Super Nintendo World will officially grand open on March 18 at Universal Studios Japan

Universal Studios Japan has announced that it will hold its grand opening of Super Nintendo World on March 18, 2021. The multi-layered land, with familiar landmarks such as Bowser’s Castle, Peach’s Castle, Toad’s House, and...

Inside Universal Studios Japan – Hollywood

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Checking out Cool Japan 2018 and Final Fantasy XR Ride at Universal Studios Japan

We were able to attend the Press Preview of Cool Japan 2018, which runs from January 19 until June 24, where park guests can experience FINAL FANTASY XR RIDE and Monster Hunter. During my visit,...

The Pokémon Company and Universal Studios Japan announce partnership

Universal Studios Japan and The Pokémon Company have announced they will enter a long-term partnership to explore groundbreaking entertainment that will immerse guests into the world of Pokémon with innovative technology and creativity beginning...

Universal Studios Japan – Part 2 – The Familiar

December 11, 2014 - Welcome to part two of our look at Universal Studios Japan. In the last update we took a look at simply getting into the park and buying a ticket. Today...

Universal Studios Japan cleans up after Typhoon Jebi

On September 4th, the biggest typhoon of 2018, Typhoon Jebi, hit the Kansai region of Japan. It was the strongest typhoon to hit mainland Japan in 25 years. Universal Studios Japan closed down the whole Resort to prepare...

Singapore’s Battlestar Nears Reopening and NASCAR Closes in Orlando Around The Globe

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Minion’s Freeze Ray Sliders opens at Universal Studios Japan

Universal Studios Japan officially opened Minion Freeze Ray Sliders at Minion Park on June 30, 2018. The ride sees the mischievous minions take over the pool at Minion Park, bringing out the gigantic freeze ray gun...

Super Nintendo World Construction Update at Universal Studios Japan – July 30, 2017

While most of the construction is still piles of dirt, we wanted to highlight the location of the future home of Super Nintendo World in relation to the rest of the park. Universal Studios Japan...

Universal Studios Japan kicks off 5th Anniversary of Cool Japan

Universal Studios Japan is celebrating the 5th Anniversary of Cool Japan, which runs from January 18th until August 25th. Already announced as the longest Universal Cool Japan ever, the 2019 edition will also be the...