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on Osaka, Japan. In this video we'll show you Universal Studios, Japan located in
Osaka. We'll show you how to get there
what to do, and offer tips from our own experience to make your visit easier to
Universal Studios Japan. Universal Studios Japan is located in Konohana ward
Osaka, Japan. There are several ways to get to Universal using the trains and
subways and even by boat. We're only offering a few ways which have the least
amount of transfers. Rrom Osaka station take the JR osaka loop line to Nishikujo
Nishikujo station. At Nishikujo station transfer to the JR Yumesakiline
to Universal City station If you're near Nara station then take
the JR now Yamatoji line and alight at Nishikujo station and at Nishikujo
Nishikujo station take the JR Yumesaki line to Universal City station. From
Osaka Namba station take the Hanshin-Namba line to Nishikujo station and at
Nishikujo station transfer to the JR Yumesaki line to Universal City station
and alight at Universal City station. Follow the signs to Universal
Studios. You'll go up the escalators to Universal Walk where there are many
restaurants, shops, and a few hotels. Once you through the city walk, you'll walk to
the ticket booth and the entry gates. You can also get to the Universal Studios
Japan by ferry if you are by the osaka aquarium Kaiyukan
there is a ferry you can take to the Universal City port called the captain
line. There's also a free Tempozan ferry. Please check on the Tempozan
ferry terminal website. Whichever mode of transportation you
choose, arrived early!@ We went on a weekday around 9 a.m. and it was already
crowded on the subway train and at Universal Studios. Universal Studios Japan is one
of two Universal theme parks in Asia; the other one is in Singapore. Travel guides
for Singapore Universal is on hipfig.com Universal Studios Japan is
generally open from 8:30 a.m. to about 9 p.m. depending on the season. Ticket fees
will differ depending on the number of days and the options you choose. You can
buy tickets at the ticket booth when you arrive but we recommend buying them
ahead of time at an approved travel agent or at major hotels. This is one of
the busiest amusement parks I've ever been to
I suggest buying tickets ahead of time or the day of at your hotel if available
otherwise arrive at least a half hour before the park opens to buy your ticket
Even fast passes are sold out quickly. The free single rider line is
available on most popular rides but if you arrive at peak times you can wait up
to two or more hours even in the single rider line for the popular rides
Universal Studios Japan is divided up into seven areas: the Wizarding World of
Harry Potter, Minion Park, Universal Wonderland, Hollywood, New York, San
Francisco, Jurassic Park, and Amityville Village The first area you'll walk through is
the Hollywood area. One of the most popular rides is Hollywood Dream. What
makes this roller coaster so popular is not the drops going forward but the
drops going backward that make it such an exciting ride. The most popular ride
in my opinion was the flying dinosaur and for good reason. This is probably the
best roller coaster ride at Universal Studios Japan. You are face down twisting
turning, looping, and dropping on this exciting roller-coaster. Ride on this
first as the wait can be over two or more hours even on with a Fastpass
Minion Park is relatively new and so crowded at peak times
hardly any room to walk. There's a new ride called freeze ray sliders. Minion
Park is cute and is great for children and fans of the minions. Near minion Park
is the Amityville village. The Jaws ride is unique to Universal Park, Japan as it
is no longer in Universal Studios Hollywood. The lines for the Jaws ride
are often short so save this ride for later. It's an entertaining ride and an
opportunity to get off your feet. You can take a picture with the giant shark in
front of the entrance of the ride. Here are a few tips: make sure to bring a
reusable water bottle, and please wear sunscreen and comfortable shoes. If you
continue up the park, you'll get into a section called Universal Wonderland. This
area is good for families with young children. You can meet Hello Kitty and
Snoopy which is unique to Universal Studios, Japan. There are lots of cute
rides and characters walking around to keep your children entertained for hours
Be aware it can get really crowded at times. One of the most popular areas is
the Wizarding World of Harry Potter There's a tree-lined pathway to get to
the Wizarding World of Harry Potter which has some points of interest like
the blue car and the soundtrack playing. As you get closer and closer to the
entrance of Hogsmeade. The line for the Harry Potter and The Forbidden Journey
was over two hours so we opted for the Hogswort castle walk tour. I highly
recommend this overlooked walking tour especially if you're a fan of the Harry
Potter books. There are lots of special effects in the Hogwarts castle. Please be
aware that it gets so crowded at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter that
there are even timed entry into this section of the park. After a long day at
the park we're ready to leave. Be aware that same day entry does not allow
for re-entry privileges. Once you leave you'll have to purchase a ticket to
re-enter. Come early, ride the popular rides first, and relax and enjoy the rest
of the park at your leisure. If you plan it right, Universal Studios is a fun time
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