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Universal Studios Japan
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Universal Studios Japan entrance
Location Konohana-ku, Osaka, Japan
Coordinates 34°39′53″N 135°25′59″ECoordinates: 34°39′53″N 135°25′59″E
Theme Show business and Universal entertainment
Owner USJ Co., Ltd. (wholly owned by NBCUniversal, a division of Comcast)[1]
Operated by USJ Co., Ltd.
Opened 31 March 2001; 18 years ago
Visitors per annum 14.9 million (2017)[2]
Area 54 ha (108 acres)
Attractions
Roller coasters 5
Website www.usj.co.jp/e
Status Operating
Universal Studios Japan (ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン Yunibāsaru Sutajio Japan), located in Osaka, is one of six Universal Studios theme parks, owned and operated by USJ Co., Ltd., which is wholly owned by NBCUniversal (as of 2017). The park is similar to the Universal Orlando Resort since it also contains selected attractions from Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood.

The park opened on 31 March 2001. Over 11 million guests visited the park in its opening year, making it the world's fastest amusement park to have achieved the 10 million milestone at the time. Since then, Universal Studios Japan has had approximately 8 million visitors every year. Most visitors are Japanese tourists and tourists from other Asian countries such as South Korea and China. It is also very popular among Western tourists and expatriates. In 2005, Goldman Sachs became the largest shareholder in Universal Studios Japan.

Various events were held in the year 2011 to celebrate the park's tenth anniversary, by which time a total of 88 million guests had cumulatively attended the park. There were 700,000 annual passport holders in June 2012 and in the 2012 fiscal year, 9.75 million guests visited the park. During the 2013 fiscal year, Universal Studios Japan received 10.5 million guests. Various factors contributed to this growth in 2013, including the opening of the backwards roller coaster "Hollywood Dream – The Ride: Backdrop" in March, and the "New Amazing Adventure of Spider-Man - The Ride 4K3D" in July, which installed new 4KHD technology, which proved to be popular among the younger generation. The family area "Universal Wonderland" which opened in March 2012 also attracted many families.

Recent installments include limited-time attractions such as "Biohazard - The Real" and "Monster Hunter - The Real", both based on popular video game franchises, and "One Piece Premier Show", which is based on the popular anime series, providing attractions based on entertainment worldwide.[3] On 15 July 2014, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, a themed area based on the blockbuster Harry Potter film series, opened to the public.[4] The popular ride The Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, located in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, was revamped to play in 3D only 10 months after its opening as the first ride of its kind in the world.[5] With a total investment of 45 billion yen, the addition of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter to the park is projected to have an economic ripple effect of 5 trillion 60 million yen over the next 10 years in Japan, and anticipates many visitors from both Japan and overseas.[4]

On Monday, 29 October 2012, Universal Studios Japan greeted its 100 millionth visitor since its opening in 2001.[6] According to the 2014 Theme Index Global Attraction Attendance Report, Universal Studios Japan is ranked fifth among the top 25 amusement/theme parks worldwide, attracting 11.8 million visitors in 2014, 16.8% more than in the previous year.[7]


Contents
1 Studio Ticket Prices
2 Licensed properties included at Universal Studios Japan
3 Lands and attractions
3.1 Hollywood
3.2 New York City
3.3 San Francisco
3.4 Jurassic Park
3.5 Minion Park
3.6 Universal Wonderland
3.6.1 Snoopy Studio
3.6.2 Hello Kitty's Fashion Avenue
3.6.3 Sesame Street Fun Zone
3.7 WaterWorld
3.8 Amity Island
3.9 The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
3.10 Super Nintendo World
4 Former attractions
4.1 Western
4.2 Land of Oz (closed in 2011)
5 Characters
5.1 Current Characters
5.1.1 Peanuts
5.1.2 Sesame Street
5.1.3 Sanrio
5.1.4 Other
5.2 Former Characters
6 Awards
7 Attendance
8 Official hotels
9 Universal CityWalk Osaka
10 Incidents
11 See also
12 References
13 External links
Studio Ticket Prices
Studio one day passes start at ￥6,852 (￥7,400 with tax) for adults and ￥4,723 (￥5,100 with tax) for children. Seniors (65 years or over) start at ￥6,204 (￥6,700 with tax).

Studio two day passes start at ￥13,612 (￥14,700 with tax) for adults and ￥9,260 (￥10,000 with tax) for children.[8]

Licensed properties included at Universal Studios Japan
Like other Universal parks, Universal Studios Japan does not limit itself to attractions based on Universal's owned-library. It has licensed other franchises from different studios for some attractions. Some examples include:

Spider-Man (Sony Pictures Entertainment)
Peanuts (Peanuts Worldwide, LLC.)
Hello Kitty (Sanrio)
Sesame Street (Sesame Workshop)
Terminator (The Halcyon Company)
Nintendo properties
Beetlejuice and Harry Potter (Warner Bros.)
Fullmetal Alchemist (Square Enix, Bones)
Yo-kai Watch (Level-5)
One Piece and Dragon Ball (Shueisha, Toei Animation)
Resident Evil and Monster Hunter (Capcom)
Detective Conan (Shogakukan, TMS Entertainment)
Attack on Titan (Kodansha, Wit Studio)
Neon Genesis Evangelion (Khara)
Final Fantasy (Square Enix)
Godzilla (Toho)
Sailor Moon (Kodansha, Toei Animation)
Death Note (Shueisha, Madhouse)
Gin Tama (Shueisha, Sunrise)
JoJo's Bizarre Adventure (Shueisha, David Production)
My Hero Academia (Shueisha, Bones)
Lupin the Third (Futabasha, TMS Entertainment)
Lands and attractions
The park is 54 hectares (130 acres) large.[9]

The attractions are arranged in nine areas of the park.[10] A tenth area, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, opened on 15 July 2014 with its flagship attraction, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey. The area was modeled on the areas of the same names at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood.[11] There are also attractions that are not in the U.S. and are unique to Universal Studios Japan, such as Black Lake and Hogwarts Express Photo Op.

Hollywood
Themed to Hollywood.


Cinema 4-D Theater

The former E.T. Adventure
Shrek 4-D
Sesame Street 4-D Movie Magic
Universal Monsters Live Rock and Roll Show
Playing with Curious George
Hollywood Dream – The Ride
Space Fantasy – The Ride
New York City
Based on the city of New York City, New York.

The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man
T2-3D: Battle Across Time
San Francisco
Based on the city of San Francisco, California.

Backdraft
Jurassic Park
Inspired by Steven Spielberg's blockbuster film franchise of the same name.

Jurassic Park: The Ride
The Flying Dinosaur[12]
Minion Park
Inspired by Illumination's Despicable Me franchise.

Despicable Me Minion Mayhem[13]
Freeze Ray Sliders
Universal Wonderland
Universal Wonderland is a section aimed at children and families. Opened in March 2012, it contains three themed sub-zones including Snoopy Studios, Hello Kitty's Fashion Avenue, and Sesame Street Fun Zone.

Snoopy Studio
Based on the Peanuts comic strip.

Snoopy's Great Race
The Flying Snoopy
Hello Kitty's Fashion Avenue
Themed to Sanrio's Hello Kitty franchise.

Hello Kitty's Cupcake Dream
Hello Kitty's Ribbon Collection
Sesame Street Fun Zone
Based on children's television series Sesame Street.

Elmo's Bubble Bubble
Abby's Magical Party
Moppy's Lucky Dance Party
Big Bird's Big Nest
Grover's Construction Company
Bert and Ernie's Wonder-The Sea
Sesame's Big Drive
Big Bird's Climbing Nest
Abby's Magical Tree
Abby's Magical Garden
Water Garden
Cookie Monster Slide
Ernie's Rubber Duckie Race
Elmo's Little Drive
Big Bird's Big Top Circus
Moppy's Balloon Trip
Elmo's Go Go Skateboard
WaterWorld
Based on Universal's 1995 film of the same name.

Waterworld: A Live Sea War Spectacular
Amity Island
Inspired by the Jaws series.

Jaws
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Based on J.K. Rowling's original Harry Potter books and as well as Warner Bros.' hit film franchise.

Flight of the Hippogriff
Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey
Ollivanders
Super Nintendo World
Main article: Super Nintendo World
Universal Parks & Resorts announced a partnership with Nintendo in May 2015 to build new Nintendo-themed attractions.[14] In March 2016, Universal Studios Japan and Nintendo announced that a new Nintendo-themed area is coming to the park in 2020, in time for the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics.[15] ¥40 billion is being invested for the project (funded by Universal) and the area will feature many attractions themed on Mario, as well as other Nintendo characters. An eastern area of the park currently used for events was confirmed as being the new development's location.[16]

Former attractions
Motion Picture Magic - When the park first opened in 2001, the attraction 'Motion Picture Magic,' hosted by director Steven Spielberg, occupied the building that currently houses the attraction Sesame Street 4-D Movie Magic. The attraction, originally designed by experience designer Bob Rogers and the design team BRC Imagination Arts,[17] provided a tribute to the Universal Studios brand of motion pictures. During the show, the theater transformed into a multi-screen presentation and when the show ended, the main screen raised to present a real motion picture set in which the audience would cross through as they continued through the attraction show building.[18]
E.T. Adventure has been replaced by Space Fantasy – The Ride.
Monster Make-Up has been closed.
Back to the Future - The Ride has been replaced by Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.
Animation Celebration[19] has been closed to make way for Playing with Curious George.
Western
The Western Area, and with it The Wild Wild Wild West Stunt Show and the Animal Actors show, were revamped to become Land of Oz in 2006. This involved completely re-theming two live shows, one restaurant and a number of retail facilities.

The Wild Wild Wild West Stunt Show was a live stunt show based upon a wide variety of Universal's Western films. Opening on 31 March 2001, in the Western Town section of the park, the show featured several cowboy-themed actors surviving death-defying stunts, shootings and explosions.[20][21] The show closed in 2006 and has since been replaced by Wicked.
Land of Oz (closed in 2011)
A former section at Universal Studios Japan, which was based on L. Frank Baum's Wizard of Oz book series. It was later replaced by Universal Wonderland section.

Wicked - This was an abbreviated one-act version of the musical, presented in Japanese.
Toto & Friends - This was an animal trick show, featuring dogs, birds and other trained animals.
Magical Oz-Go-Round
Characters
Much like with the previous Universal parks, USJ has characters both from Universal and third party companies. USJ has the Japanese license to use the Sesame Street, Peanuts and Sanrio characters, and alongside many others.

Current Characters
Peanuts
Snoopy
Charlie Brown
Linus van Pelt
Lucy van Pelt
Schroeder
Sally Brown
Sesame Street
Elmo
Zoe
Cookie Monster
Bert
Ernie
Grover (Rare)
Big Bird (Rare)
Count von Count
Abby Cadabby
Moppy (A Sesame Street character especially created for USJ)
Sanrio
Hello Kitty, Mimmy, her Family and Dear Daniel
Other
Woody and Winnie Woodpecker
Fievel from An American Tail
Beetlejuice
The Pink Panther
Shrek, Donkey and Princess Fiona
Minions
Gru, Dru, Margo, Edith, Agnes and Vector from Despicable Me
Spider-Man
Emmett "Doc" Brown and Marty McFly
Former Characters
Crash Bandicoot
Pinocchio, Gingy, Three Blind Mice and The Big Bad Wolf
Awards
In 2011, USJ's Christmas tree was recognized by the Guinness World Records as the most illuminated Christmas tree in the world having 260,498 lights.[22]

The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man - The Ride
2001 Screamscape Ultimate No.1 Favorite Overall Non-Coaster Thrill Ride[23]
2002 Theme Park Insider World Best Theme Park Attraction[24]
Animation Celebration
2002 THEA Award (presented by TEA) WINNER in Attraction[25]
Peter Pan's Neverland
2007 THEA Award (presented by TEA) WINNER in Event Spectacular[26]
The Gift of Angels
2009 Big E Award, Best Overall Production, (presented by IIAPA) WINNER in the category "Best Overall Production, More Than $2 Million"[27]
Magical Starlight Parade
2009 Big E Award (presented by IIAPA): Honorable Mention in the category "Best Overall Production, More Than $2 Million"[28]
Space Fantasy – The Ride
2011 THEA Award (presented by TEA) winner in Outstanding Achievement[25]
Attendance
2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 Worldwide rank
8,300,000[29] 8,000,000[30] 8,160,000[31] 8,500,000[32] 9,700,000[33] 10,100,000[34] 11,800,000 [7] 13,900,000[35] 14,500,000[36] 14,935,000[37] 14,300,000[38] 5[38]
Official hotels

Hotel Kintetsu Universal City (left) and Hotel Keihan Universal Tower (right)
There are five official hotels at or near the park:

Hotel Keihan Universal City
Hotel Kintetsu Universal City
Hotel Keihan Universal Tower
Hotel Universal Port
Park Front Hotel at Universal Studios Japan
Universal CityWalk Osaka

Universal CityWalk Osaka
Universal CityWalk Osaka links Universal City Station with the park entrance. It is a 3-floor shopping mall filled with numerous shops and restaurants and a 10-Screen Movie Theater Cinema Complex, including a takoyaki museum.[39]

Incidents
In November 2004, a 35-year-old woman from Osaka Prefecture suffered nerve damage in her right wrist, affecting the use of two of her fingers. This occurred when her hand got stuck in a safety bar of the E.T. attraction as an employee pulled it down to secure it.[40]

See also
Amusement parks portal
Incidents at Universal parks
Tourism in Japan
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External links

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SERVICE GUIDE
General
Services
Family
Services
Barrier-Free
Guide
Convenient
Services
Other
Services
General Services
Guest Services
The following services are available at Guest Services.
・Studio Guides for non-Japanese speakers (English, Chinese, and Korean)
・Lost & found ・Message service ・Currency exchange (US dollar cash and Japanese yen travelers’ checks only)
・Postal service (ordinary mail only) ・Transportation information (bus, train, ferry) ・Information for guests with disabilities ・Other information

■ Location
To the left of the entrance

First Aid
Located inside the entrance on the right. First aid treatment by a healthcare professional is available.

■ Location
To the right of the entrance

Smoking Area
To ensure the safe enjoyment of all guests, the park (including the areas in front of the main gates and parking lot) has separate smoking and non-smoking areas. Please smoke (including electronic cigarette) only in designated areas where there are ashtrays. Note that ashtrays may be temporarily removed or moved for guest safety when the park is crowded.

Studio Information
Check studio information boards for current show times and attraction waiting times.
■ Location
In front of Mel's Drive-in
Near the bridge connecting the Jurassic Park™ and San Francisco zones
Sponsored by TOSHIBA CORPORATION

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Family Services
Family Services
Facilities for breastfeeding, baby feeding and diaper changing are available. Also equipped with hot water dispensers and microwaves for preparing baby formula or baby food.

■ Location
Located next to Guest Services/Inside Universal Wonderland

Diaper Changing Tables
Total of 37 units installed. Disposable diapers can be disposed of here.
■ Location
One unit installed in each of 16 men's / ladies' restrooms inside the park (except in the restaurant restrooms).

Baby Food
Baby food for babies aged between 7 and 12 months old is sold here.

■ Location
- Snoopy's™ Backlot Café
- Studio Stars Restaurant

Missing Children Center
Meeting point for lost children (under 12 years) and their parents or guardians.

■ Location
Located in Guest Services

Baby Carriage Rental
Located at the counter inside the entrance on the right.
¥1,000 each (single seater, tax included)
* Rental strollers are for children up to three years old (under four years old).
* Rental strollers are not for children above the age of 4.
* Availability is limited.
* Handling details and rental fees are subject to change without notice.
*Photos are for illustrative purposes only.
■ Location
Counter to the right of the entrance

Sponsored by ART CORPORATION

For Expectant Mothers
Some attractions have specific requirements regarding expectant mothers. Please read the Attraction Requirements on the next page (right).

Child Switch
The Child Switch system enables guests with children/companions who do not meet an attraction’s height or other requirements to take turns and enjoy the attraction without waiting in line again.
For details, please ask a crew member at the attraction.

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Barrier-Free Guide
Restrooms
All restrooms are wheelchair-accessible.
Some are equipped with extra space for guests with special requirements.
■ Location
Provided throughout each area.

Wheelchair Rental
Wheelchair Rental
Located at the counter inside the entrance on the right. (Wheelchair)
¥500 each (tax exempt)
Stainless steel with handbrake
Size (approx.): Back 100 cm, height (floor to seat) 44 cm, width 64 cm
* Availability is limited.
* Handling details and rental fees are subject to change without notice.
*Photos are for illustrative purposes only.
■ Location
Counter to the right of the entrance

Sponsored by ART CORPORATION

Support Sticker
For guests with disabilitiesFor guests with hearing disabilities Our crew will approach and help guests who have this sticker on their chests or other visible location.
When approached by a member of the crew, please let them know about any questions or difficulties you may have. Support Stickers are available at Guest Services for anyone who wishes to use them.
* Support Stickers do not provide any privileges such as priority admission to attractions.
We appreciate your understanding.
Guest Support Pass
Information on changes to the criteria for issuing Guest Support Passes
The issuing criteria for the Guest Support Pass changed on May 15, 2019.

If you have a disability that prevents you from being able to wait in line and you possess a Disability Certificate, you can use a Guest Support Pass.
You can spend the attraction waiting time in places other than the waiting line. Please speak to a crew member if you wish to acquire a Guest Support Pass. Please be aware that these passes are for reserving an admission time, not for priority admission.
Eligibility
Guests with a disability that prevents them from being able to wait in line who possess a Disability Certificate
* The name of the applicant and the number of people in the applicant's party (up to 6) are printed on the ticket.
Please arrive with all members of your party when getting a Guest Support Pass issued and when using attractions with the pass.
Items Required for Issuing a Guest Support Pass
Disability Certificate: A document to verify a disability that is considered valid by Universal Studios Japan
A Studio Pass for each member of your group that is valid for the same day the Guest Support Pass is issued
Issuing Locations
Guest Services and the entrance to each attraction
* Please arrive at the issuing area with your entire group.
Other Conditions for Issuance
1 Guest Support Pass can be used for a maximum of 6 people (including the applicant)
Please present your Disability Certificate at the issuing location
A Guest Support Pass will not be issued if we are unable to verify your Disability Certificate
If you have a disability that makes it difficult for you to wait in line for long periods of time but are not in possession of a Disability Certificate, consult the crew at the attraction you wish to use
Making Reservations at Attractions After Receiving the Pass
To make a reservation, arrive at the attraction entrance and show your Guest Support Pass to a member of the attraction's crew with all the members of your group present. A crew member will explain the features and usage requirements of the attraction.
* If you would like to cancel your reservation or change the number of people in your party, please notify the crew of the attraction for which you have reserved.
Please note:
When you have a reservation for an attraction, you will be treated as if you were waiting in line for the attraction for which you reserved. You may not use other attractions during the waiting period.
Usage requirements have been established for the attractions. Even if guests have obtained a Guest Support Pass, they must meet all attraction requirements to use an attraction.
For safety reasons, we ask that guests requiring support and accompanying guests use the attractions in pairs (of 1 guest requiring support and 1 accompanying guest). If there are fewer accompanying guests than guests requiring support, we may ask that 1 pair uses the attraction while the other guests wait for their turn. Please be aware that there are no crew members stationed in the waiting area.
Please be aware that we may limit admission to attractions depending on waiting time or capacity.
Ride Restrictions Card
The Ride Restrictions Card is given to guests who have items such as headwear or wigs that cannot be removed due to physical or religious reasons, and who wish to use attractions where there are restrictions on wearing accessories or other such items.
If you wish to receive a Ride Restrictions Card, or if you have any questions about how to use the card, please consult with the attraction crew members below.

Issuing Locations
Hollywood Dream -The Ride -Backdrop-/Hollywood Dream –The Ride/Space Fantasy –The Ride /The Flying Dinosaur/Jurassic Park – The Ride /Snoopy's Great Race™/Flight of the Hippogriff™
For guests using baby strollers or buggies as wheelchairs
We distribute identification tags to allow baby strollers or buggies to be handled in the same way as wheelchairs at viewing areas, etc. for attractions and shows.
Distribution Areas
Attraction entrances/Guest Services lobby/Wheelchair and stroller rental
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Convenient Services
Pet Care Facility
We look after your pets while you enjoy the park. However, please note that we do not feed them for you.
Identification (driver's license or insurance card, etc.) is required when registering.
■ Location
Outside of the main gate (to parking lot)

Express Mail Service (EMS) / Home Delivery
Deliver items purchased at Universal Studios Japan to the address you specify within Japan. EMS service is also available for delivery to some overseas areas. For details, please ask a crew member. (Charged parcel delivery service)

Sponsored by Japan Post Co., Ltd.

Coin Lockers
Large-sized lockers are only located outside the Park.
Please use them before you enter the Park. Stored items will be removed and kept for the prescribed period after the Park is closed.
(Please note that the excess storage fee will be charged.)
Please pick up your stored items at Guest Services on or after the following day. 2 locations in the Park
(1 location: 1 time use MAP, 1 location: can be used multiple times a day MAP)
2 locations outside the Park (1 time use MAP)
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Medium (357×453×533)
Large (357×453×802)
Multiple Time Use (360×425×300)
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Other Services
Tax-free shopping

Universal Studios Japan offers tax-free services to visitors from overseas.
Our Tax Refund Counter is located in Studio Gift West.

Applies to foreign tourists staying in Japan for less than six months
Tourists are required to present a valid passport.
Confectionary and other consumable goods: total amount: 5,000 yen to 500,000 yen (without tax)
Souvenirs (not including confectionary): total amount: 5,000 yen and higher (without tax)
The total tax refund is 6.9%. We receive 1.1% of the total purchasing price of duty-free products as a handling charge (starting July 20, 2017)
* The following items are not included: Studio Pass, Express Pass, foods, souvenir items such as popcorn buckets, photo service, postage stamps, and home delivery service.
* The product(s) purchased along with their receipts (tax free service will only be offered if both item and receipt are presented)
* Products cannot be returned or exchanged after filling out tax free paperwork.
* Tax free service will end at the planned park closing time for the day, so please visit the tax free counter as soon as possible. Ask a nearby crew member regarding the planned closing time for the day. Please note that procedures may take longer after 4 pm.

Single Rider
Guests can use this service to shorten waiting time by taking separate seats on the ride. This service is not available on certain days or at certain hours during the day.
For availability and other requirements, please ask a crew member at the attraction.

ATM Machines
There are two ATMs located within the park (Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ and AEON Bank).

■ Location
The AEON Bank ATM is located in The Darkroom (within the park), and the Bank of Tokyo-Mitsubishi UFJ ATM is located on the left-hand side after going through the entrance (also within the park).

Credit Card / Cash Card
VISA, JCB, MasterCard and AEON Card credit cards and China UnionPay cash card are accepted at selected facilities within the park.

■ Location
Each facility inside the park (Please note that some facilities do not accept credit cards.)

Currency Exchange
An Automatic exchanger is located outside the entrance on the left.
US dollar and 4 other currencies can be exchanged.
Exchangeable currencies are displayed on the machine.

Electronic Money
Electronic money “WAON” “iD” “QUICPay” are accepted. (Please note that some facilities do not accept electronic money.)

Picnic Area
Rest area, free for all to use

■ Location
Outside of the main gate (near the parking lot)

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Taking photos or videos of areas under construction or remodeling is not allowed.

Sharing areas that are under construction or remodeling (behind the fencing) with the public by taking photos or videos, through social media, or by other means is not allowed.
Thank you for understanding.
Re-entry to the Park
Admission tickets, except for Annual Studio Passes, do not grant re-entry to the park after exiting.
* Guests using the Parking, Picnic Area, Kennel, or other facilities outside the park are asked to take the re-entry policy into account.
Food and beverages
Bringing food and beverages from outside the park is prohibited. If you want to bring your own food and beverages, they must be taken to the Picnic Area outside of the Main Gate (near the parking area).
Smoking Area
To ensure the safe enjoyment of all guests, the park (including the areas in front of the main gates and parking lot) has separate smoking and non-smoking areas. Please smoke (including electronic cigarette) only in designated areas where there are ashtrays. Note that ashtrays may be temporarily removed or moved for guest safety when the park is crowded.
Regarding Photography in the Park
To ensure that all guests can enjoy the park comfortably, photography is prohibited in the following cases.

- For safety reasons, photography while riding an attraction is prohibited.
- To prevent spoilers, photography of quiz content and answers is prohibited.
- For safety and technical concerns, flash photography in restricted locations is prohibited.
- Photography in non-public areas such as areas under construction or renovation is prohibited.
- To prevent possible copyright infringement, photography for commercial purposes is prohibited.
- Live streaming or similar filming is prohibited.
- Photography using telephoto lenses or tripods that may disrupt other guests is prohibited.
- Photography and filming that involves calling out to other guests are prohibited, as this may disrupt other guests.

The above are examples.
If the crew determines that your behavior is bothering other guests, risks damage to facilities, or compromises the safety of the crew and/or entertainers, we may ask you to stop.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

About Posting/Publicization of Images

Please be aware that we will not be held responsible for any trouble that arises from making any photos and videos in which unrelated guests appear public.

The following items are not permitted in the Studios.
- Dangerous items
- Wireless transmitters
- Pet animals such as dogs, cats, etc., with the exception of licensed assistance dogs (guide dogs, service dogs, hearing dogs, etc.).
(Please place your pets in the Kennel.)
- Any items that resemble weapons (including toys and handmade items) cannot be brought in the park (except for toys and other items that are sold in the park.)
- Please refrain from bringing wheel carts, large bags with wheels or handles, or skateboards.
* Please refrain from carrying people on wheel carts or other similar equipment throughout the park.

The following items are not to be used in the park.
- Flags and armhands(including use for guidance)
- Hand microphone,whistles,etc.
Regarding costumes
The park welcomes guests who want to enjoy wearing various types of costumes and attire.
If, however, any of the following rules and restrictions are not followed, guests may be asked to leave or be prevented from entering the park.
For the safety of guests, they may be asked to remove part(s) of their attire or accessories before riding certain attractions. Also, depending on the type of costumes worn, they may not be admitted to certain attractions.
- Guests may not be admitted to the park if wearing costumes that may offend public order and morals, or violate public decency laws (such as tattoos and excessive skin exposure deemed unfit for the park).
- Any items that resemble weapons (including toys and handmade items) cannot be brought in the park (except for toys and other items that are sold in the park.)

- Guests with costumes that obscure the entirety of the face may not be admitted to the park or on attractions (toys and services, etc., sold within the park are excepted).
- You may not wear make-up that could stick to other guests, members of the crew, or park facilities.
- Attire and accessories that may pose a danger to other guests and crew members are not allowed.
- For the purpose of crime prevention within the park, attire that have the possibility of inciting trouble are not allowed.
- Please refrain from impersonating park crew members or entertainers through words or actions.
- Please refrain from dangerous actions that may hinder the operation of attractions and shows, as well as troublesome behavior that may frighten other guests.
- Please refrain from any photography or filming that may be bothersome to other guests, any activity requiring you to occupy a space for a long period of time thereby causing a hindrance to park operation, changing costumes inside bathrooms, or occupying mirror spaces for applying makeup.
- Because Universal Wonderland is a family area, please refrain from wearing zombie, ghost, or other horror-themed costumes or makeup that may scare other guests (especially children) in the area.

Unmanned aerial vehicles (drones, remote control vehicles, etc.) are prohibited.
Unmanned aerial vehicles (drones, remote control vehicles, etc.) cannot be used inside the park. Flying them inside the park may be punishable by the Aviation Law.
* A breach of the Aviation Law concerning unmanned aerial vehicles requires payment of a fine of up to 500,000 yen.
Roller blades
To ensure guests' safety, Universal Studios Japan is prohibiting the use of roller shoes.
We ask the guests entering the park in roller shoes to take them off or retract the wheels.
Please note that we shall not be held responsible for any accident caused by the use of roller shoes in the park.
The following are prohibited inside the park.
- Entry to the park of anyone who may become a nuisance to other guests.
- Behavior that may endanger or disturb other guests, such as cutting in line for attractions.
- Attempt to hold places in line when waiting for attractions. All members of your party are requested to wait together.
- Eating or drinking inside any attraction.
- Use of bags, leisure mats, or other belongings to hold places to view shows. Unattended items may be removed.
Prohibited conducts
- Please refrain from feeding the birds in the park.
- Holding places with luggages, mats or other items while waiting for shows and events. Your items may be removed if left unattended.
- Sharing areas that are under construction or remodeling (behind the fencing) with the public by taking photos or videos, through social media, or by other means is not allowed.
About sales of alcohol and cigarettes
Smoking and alcohol drinking by minors are prohibited by law. Guests may be asked for proof of age when ordering. Also, please do not drink and drive.
Member or associate member of gangs and organized crime groups is not allowed to enter the park.
Please supervise your children at all times.
You may be on Camera Today
Filming or still photo shooting for media programs is always going on at Universal Studios Japan. You may encounter filming of such programs and be photographed. Please note that your presence in the vicinity of the production of such programs automatically constitutes your expressed consent to use of your photographed images in connection with such filming, in media programs, or advertisements on the web or other media worldwide.
Guests who are unwilling to comply with these requests may be asked to leave the park.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
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Amity Village
Hotels
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