{"id":68995,"date":"2020-07-23T10:00:00","date_gmt":"2020-07-23T01:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/?p=68995"},"modified":"2024-08-25T19:35:51","modified_gmt":"2024-08-25T10:35:51","slug":"buy-ticket-universal-studios-japan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/buy-ticket-universal-studios-japan\/","title":{"rendered":"How to buy a ticket for Universal Studios Japan in Osaka"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Osaka<\/strong> is a beautiful city where you can comfortably unpack your suitcase when visiting the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/category\/kinki\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Kansai<\/a><\/strong> region. It\u2019s ideally situated in proximity to both <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/tag\/kyoto\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Kyoto<\/a><\/strong> and <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/tag\/nara\/\" class=\"ek-link\">Nara<\/a><\/strong>, while the <a class=\"ek-link ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/shinsekai-osaka\/\">vintage charm of its Shinsekai neighborhood<\/a> will immerse you in another era of Japan. Theme park fans will no doubt flock to <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usj.co.jp\/e\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"ek-link\">Universal Studios Japan<\/a><\/strong> (USJ)\u2014<strong>the country\u2019s second most-visited park<\/strong> after Tokyo Disney Resort, and the <strong>fourth most-visited park in the world<\/strong>! USJ covers 50 densely packed hectares of spectacular sets featuring Hollywood\u2019s most famous franchises. Are you itching to visit, but not sure <strong>how to go about buying a ticket<\/strong>? Read on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"648\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221619\/Banana-Hotel-Minion-USJ-1024x648.jpg\" alt=\"Minion Land at Universal Studios Japan\" class=\"wp-image-68620\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221619\/Banana-Hotel-Minion-USJ-1024x648.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221619\/Banana-Hotel-Minion-USJ-500x316.jpg 500w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221619\/Banana-Hotel-Minion-USJ.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Don\u2019t miss Minion Land, where you might be lucky enough to meet a few mascots.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Universal Studios Japan: A marvelous theme park in Osaka Bay<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The park fully lives up to its reputation, as its <strong>larger-than-life studio sets<\/strong> and musical alleyways will transport you right out of Japan\u2019s <strong>Osaka Bay<\/strong> to the beating heart of <strong>Hollywood, USA<\/strong>. Ride the <strong>magic<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" data-id=\"68626\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221648\/JurrasicPark-USJ.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68626\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221648\/JurrasicPark-USJ.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221648\/JurrasicPark-USJ-500x333.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jurassic Park attraction at Universal Studios Japan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>USJ is divided into <strong>9 distinct sections<\/strong> (that change over time, as others have been added over the years), allowing you to travel between <strong>very different worlds<\/strong> in just a few minutes. Look out for special decorations and attractions during holidays such as Halloween and Christmas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The park includes <strong>no less than 40 attractions<\/strong>, in addition to numerous restaurants and shops. But don\u2019t panic, you can easily do it all in a day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"548\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221629\/chateau-harrypotter-USJ.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68622\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221629\/chateau-harrypotter-USJ.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221629\/chateau-harrypotter-USJ-500x268.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">At night, a light show is projected onto the walls of the park castle.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the highlights?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>USJ is known for its <strong>many attractions<\/strong> based on <strong>famous franchises<\/strong>, ranging from raging roller-coasters to fun family shows. Here\u2019s a shortlist of highlights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usj.co.jp\/e\/attraction\/spm.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"ek-link\">Spider-Man<\/a><\/strong>: an award-winning, acrobatically immersive \u201c4K3D\u201d ride through the urban nightscape.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usj.co.jp\/e\/attraction\/jurassic-park-the-flying-dinosaur.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"The Flying Dinosaur (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"ek-link\">The Flying Dinosaur<\/a><\/strong>: a thrilling flying roller-coaster ride, where you\u2019ll be swooped up from behind and swung 360 degrees through Jurassic Park\u2026 by a <a aria-label=\"Pteranodon (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Pteranodon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pteranodon<\/a>.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usj.co.jp\/e\/attraction\/hdr.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"ek-link\">Hollywood Dream<\/a><\/strong>: a roller-coaster with a choice of riding forwards or backwards\u2014either way, you\u2019ll get a great view of the park.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usj.co.jp\/e\/attraction\/att_detail\/the-wizarding-world-of-harry-potter.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"ek-link\">Harry Potter<\/a><\/strong>: a rich journey through the magical world of the movies, including a legendary experience inside the Hogwarts castle.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usj.co.jp\/e\/attraction\/jurassic.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"ek-link\">Jurassic Park<\/a><\/strong>: an entire section of the park is a dinosaur reserve\u2026 with a family ride for those who don\u2019t mind getting wet.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usj.co.jp\/e\/attraction\/jaws.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"ek-link\">Jaws<\/a><\/strong>: a boat tour through Amity Village, which is prone to sudden shark attacks\u2026 (temporarily closed through September 23, 2020)<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usj.co.jp\/e\/attraction\/sfr.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"ek-link\">Space Fantasy<\/a><\/strong>: an indoor roller-coaster through outer space that occasionally includes a VR headset (temporarily closed through January 6, 2021).<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usj.co.jp\/e\/attraction\/despicable-me-minion-mayhem.html\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"ek-link\">Despicable Me Minion Mayhem<\/a><\/strong>: 4D attraction that immerses you in a massive dome screen, for young and old alike.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.usj.co.jp\/e\/nintendo\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"ek-link\">Nintendo<\/a><\/strong>: this section is opening soon, featuring an attraction based on Yoshi and another on Mario Kart!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"666\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221645\/HarryPotter-USJ-Land.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68625\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221645\/HarryPotter-USJ-Land.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221645\/HarryPotter-USJ-Land-500x325.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Harry Potter attraction at Universal Studios Japan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>One section of the park is <strong>dedicated to younger children<\/strong>, with attractions based on <strong>Snoopy<\/strong> or <strong>Hello Kitty<\/strong>. <strong>Live music shows<\/strong> are also performed throughout the day. A daily parade passes through the alleys, but you can meet characters and mascots at any time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"641\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221715\/USJ-Osaka-CoucherDeSoleil.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68633\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221715\/USJ-Osaka-CoucherDeSoleil.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221715\/USJ-Osaka-CoucherDeSoleil-500x313.jpg 500w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221715\/USJ-Osaka-CoucherDeSoleil-560x350.jpg 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buying an advance ticket for Universal Studios Japan online<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several options for <strong>purchasing your USJ ticket online<\/strong>, but beware ticket-selling websites that are not partnered with the park. We recommend <strong>official partner <a href=\"https:\/\/www.govoyagin.com\/attractions\/osaka\/universal-studios-japan-usj-osaka-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" class=\"ek-link\">Voyagin<\/a><\/strong>, although tickets sell out fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>ticket price<\/strong> varies according to peak seasons and Japanese holidays. A one-day ticket will range in price from <strong>\u00a58600 to \u00a59800 for an adult<\/strong> (aged 12+) and <strong>\u00a55600 to \u00a56800 for a child<\/strong> aged 4-11 (free for children aged 0-3).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"441\" data-id=\"68621\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221625\/Banniere-USJ.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68621\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221625\/Banniere-USJ.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221625\/Banniere-USJ-500x215.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">Advertising banner for Universal Studios Japan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to reserve the correct ticket by day<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On <a aria-label=\"Voyagin (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"ek-link ek-link\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.govoyagin.com\/activities\/japan-osaka-usj-universal-studios-japan-tickets\/9711\" target=\"_blank\">Voyagin<\/a>, you need to <strong>reserve a specific ticket type <\/strong>(A, B or C) <strong>according to the day of your visit<\/strong>. If you\u2019re unable to select your desired date, it means that you need to select a different ticket type, or else it\u2019s sold out. Once you\u2019re successful in selecting your ticket, you will be guided step-by-step until your e-ticket is issued.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.govoyagin.com\/activities\/japan-osaka-usj-universal-studios-japan-tickets\/\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.govoyagin.com\/attractions\/osaka\/universal-studios-japan-usj-osaka-tickets?q=USJ\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/08231403\/USJTicket.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-71672\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/08231403\/USJTicket.jpg 900w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/08231403\/USJTicket-500x111.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>After payment, you will receive your e-ticket, which contains a QR code. <strong>You can print out the PDF or display it on your smartphone<\/strong> directly at the entrance to the park. Once you pass through security, your QR code will be scanned (for best results, remember to increase the brightness of your screen). Either way, this will save you from standing in line at the ticket booth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"627\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221659\/Parade-USJ.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68629\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221659\/Parade-USJ.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221659\/Parade-USJ-500x306.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Universal Studio Japan musical parade with dancer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can you buy your ticket at the entrance?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also <strong>purchase your ticket in person from Japan<\/strong>, for example at the Loppi station at any <strong>Lawson convenience store<\/strong>. If you are staying at one of USJ\u2019s <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"ek-link ek-link ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.usj.co.jp\/e\/hotels\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\"><strong>partner hotels<\/strong><\/a>, you can purchase tickets on the day of check-in or the following day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"512\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221712\/USJ-Japan-Photo.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68632\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221712\/USJ-Japan-Photo.jpg 768w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221712\/USJ-Japan-Photo-500x333.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">A quaint street corner of small-town America at Universal Studios Japan.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Another option is <strong>buying your ticket on the day of your visit <\/strong>at the ticket booth inside Universal Studios Japan. This may be the simplest solution, but be sure to <strong>arrive extra early<\/strong> (up to one hour before opening), as you will need to queue twice: once to buy the ticket, then again to enter the park. We <strong>recommend purchasing in advance online<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"671\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221655\/Parade-USJ-Minion.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68628\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221655\/Parade-USJ-Minion.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221655\/Parade-USJ-Minion-500x328.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Minion dancing during a parade<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long is the wait for the rides?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On some days, USJ receives more than 50,000 visitors. On <strong>peak days<\/strong>, expect to wait a <strong>few hours for each attraction<\/strong>. As with all popular theme parks, wait times vary by day and season. We recommend this <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"ek-link ek-link\" href=\"http:\/\/www15.plala.or.jp\/gcap\/usj\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">online calendar (in Japanese only), which shows a color-coded estimate of visitor numbers<\/a> based on previous years. On a low-peak day, you may only have to wait 30-40 minutes for some attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"642\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221634\/Cinema4D-USJ.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68623\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221634\/Cinema4D-USJ.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221634\/Cinema4D-USJ-500x313.jpg 500w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221634\/Cinema4D-USJ-560x350.jpg 560w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">4D cinema at Universal Studios Japan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Unsurprisingly, the <strong>most popular attractions<\/strong> are the most <strong>spectacular or extreme rides<\/strong>, where it\u2019s not uncommon to wait several hours. There are two ways to <strong>reduce waiting times<\/strong>: use the <strong>\u201cSingle Rider\u201d line<\/strong> if you\u2019re going alone (not available on certain days or at certain hours), or <strong>buy<\/strong> <strong>Universal Express Passes<\/strong> for specific attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"654\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221704\/Rue-USJ.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221704\/Rue-USJ.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221704\/Rue-USJ-500x319.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">At dusk, you might almost believe you\u2019re in Los Angeles!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Universal Express Passes<\/strong> may be costly, but they do drastically cut wait times (and are valid only once per listed ride). There are <strong>many different types<\/strong>, according to the attractions they cover, and you can <strong>purchase them in advance online<\/strong> (for example through <a aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" class=\"ek-link ek-link ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.govoyagin.com\/attractions\/osaka\/universal-studios-japan-usj-osaka-tickets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Voyagin<\/a>) to compare the various options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221709\/Stand-HotDog-USJ.jpg\" alt=\"Food truck inside Universal Studios Japan\" class=\"wp-image-68631\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221709\/Stand-HotDog-USJ.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221709\/Stand-HotDog-USJ-500x375.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hot dog stand at Universal Studios Japan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to get to Universal Studios in Osaka<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>USJ is <strong>easily accessible<\/strong> from central Osaka, especially by <strong>public transportation<\/strong>. Take the <strong>JR Yumesaki<\/strong> (also called <strong>JR Sakurajima<\/strong>) railway line to \u201cUniversal City\u201d. This journey is covered by the <strong><a class=\"ek-link ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/voyapon.com\/japan-rail-pass-guide-worth-tips\/\">JR Pass<\/a><\/strong>. There are direct trains from Osaka station, otherwise transfer at Nishikujo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From <strong>Kansai airport<\/strong>, there are direct <strong>shuttle buses<\/strong> that will take you to USJ in about one hour for around \u00a51600.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221650\/Light-USJ-Japon.jpg\" alt=\"Neon sign at Universal Studios Japan\" class=\"wp-image-68627\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221650\/Light-USJ-Japon.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221650\/Light-USJ-Japon-500x333.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u201cParadise\u201d lights at Universal Studios Japan<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make a stop at Universal Citywalk<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Arriving by train, you will debark seamlessly at <strong>Universal Citywalk<\/strong>. It\u2019s a <strong>shopping center themed on iconic American brands<\/strong>, also full of restaurants. All the partner hotels are also here. Entry is free and worth a visit even if you don\u2019t enter the park itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"717\" data-id=\"68624\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221642\/CityWalk-USJ.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-68624\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221642\/CityWalk-USJ.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/s3.voyapon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/10221642\/CityWalk-USJ-500x350.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<figcaption class=\"blocks-gallery-caption wp-element-caption\">Universal Citywalk is a unique site that\u2019s worth a visit on its own.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Unless you have an annual pass, <strong>exiting USJ within the same day is final<\/strong>, so if you want to spend some time at Universal Citywalk, be sure to plan to do so either before entering the park or at the end of the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In short, <strong>Universal Studios Japan<\/strong> in Osaka Bay has <strong>much to offer<\/strong>! Despite the <strong>high prices<\/strong>, this theme park will truly immerse you in the worlds of your <strong>favorite movies and characters<\/strong>: Spider-Man, Jurassic Park, Harry Potter, Jaws, Snoopy\u2026 We recommend <strong>buying your tickets and passes in advance online<\/strong> to save time on site. Have fun at USJ!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Osaka is a beautiful city where you can comfortably unpack your suitcase when visiting the Kansai region. 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