Universal Studios Japan Express Pass
Book a Universal Studios Express Pass and watch your favorite characters come to life with state-of-the-art technology. Feel the tingle in your spine as you encounter dementors at The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, join Mario and Peach in a race to defeat enemies at Mario Kart, and sneak into Gru's lab to become a Minion with the Minion Mayhem experience!
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Universal Studios Japan is always buzzing! Skip long waits with an Express Pass, giving you front-of-the-line access to 4 or 7 rides of your choice.
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That’s not all! With your chosen pass, enjoy timed entry to Super Nintendo World™ and/or THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER. Do note that the timings are randomly assigned so make sure you plan your day accordingly!
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Zoom through the tedious lines at top rides like Minion Mayhem, Yoshi's Adventure, Hollywood Dream, and more. Check the complete list here.
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Explore 10 unique areas like Minion Park, Hollywood, and New York, packed with thrilling rides and fun adventures perfect for the whole family.
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Universal Studios Japan is always buzzing! Skip long waits with an Express Pass, giving you front-of-the-line access to 4 or 7 rides of your choice.
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That’s not all! With your chosen pass, enjoy timed entry to Super Nintendo World™ and/or THE WIZARDING WORLD OF HARRY POTTER. Do note that the timings are randomly assigned so make sure you plan your day accordingly!
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Zoom through the tedious lines at top rides like Minion Mayhem, Yoshi's Adventure, Hollywood Dream, and more. Check the complete list here.
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Explore 10 unique areas like Minion Park, Hollywood, and New York, packed with thrilling rides and fun adventures perfect for the whole family.
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You've got a full day to explore over 60 rides and attractions spread across 10 zones, all inspired by your favorite movies, shows, and games.
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Whether you're up for a 4-D detective adventure, chilling on milder rides, catching a live show, or shopping, there’s plenty to keep you entertained all day.
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Choose the right Express Pass — family, thrill, or popular rides — and book your timed entry for Harry Potter and Nintendo World.
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The express pass gives you access to quicker queues on 4 to 7 attractions including options like the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™ 3D ride.
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For the gamers out there, the Mario Kart: Koopa's Challenge™ ride is a must-try. It's like you're actually racing in the game!
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You've got a full day to explore over 60 rides and attractions spread across 10 zones, all inspired by your favorite movies, shows, and games.
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Whether you're up for a 4-D detective adventure, chilling on milder rides, catching a live show, or shopping, there’s plenty to keep you entertained all day.
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Choose the right Express Pass — family, thrill, or popular rides — and book your timed entry for Harry Potter and Nintendo World.
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The express pass gives you access to quicker queues on 4 to 7 attractions including options like the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™ 3D ride.
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For the gamers out there, the Mario Kart: Koopa's Challenge™ ride is a must-try. It's like you're actually racing in the game!
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You get express entry to 4 rides: Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™, Mario Kart: Koopa's Challenge, Doraemon 4D Art Adventure, and Minion Mayhem.
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Enter Gru’s lab to become a Minion and join the Minions on an out-of-the-world hyper-realistic experience.
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Take part in a race with Peach and Mario to win against the enemies on this interactive Mario Kart adventure.
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Join the Forbidden Journey and defeat the dementors and dragons with Harry Potter and his friends.
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Access Halloween-themed events like a Halloween Party to get up close and personal with Pikachu and the Minions from Sep 5 to Nov 4.
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You get express entry to 4 rides: Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™, Mario Kart: Koopa's Challenge, Doraemon 4D Art Adventure, and Minion Mayhem.
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Enter Gru’s lab to become a Minion and join the Minions on an out-of-the-world hyper-realistic experience.
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Take part in a race with Peach and Mario to win against the enemies on this interactive Mario Kart adventure.
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Join the Forbidden Journey and defeat the dementors and dragons with Harry Potter and his friends.
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Access Halloween-themed events like a Halloween Party to get up close and personal with Pikachu and the Minions from Sep 5 to Nov 4.
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Experience Japan's first flying coaster. The Flying Dinosaur suspends riders in a prone position, reaching speeds of up to 100 km/h.
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Climb backward on Hollywood Dream - The Ride - Backdrop before plummeting down its 141-foot drop at a 45-degree angle.
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Bringing the kids? The Hippogriff ride is perfect for little adventurers or if you need a breather from the big coasters.
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Guarantee your entry to the always-popular Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ with a reserved timeslot, ensuring you don't miss out on the magic.
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Access Halloween-themed events like a Halloween Party to get up close and personal with Pikachu and the Minions from Sep 5 to Nov 4.
More details
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Experience Japan's first flying coaster. The Flying Dinosaur suspends riders in a prone position, reaching speeds of up to 100 km/h.
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Climb backward on Hollywood Dream - The Ride - Backdrop before plummeting down its 141-foot drop at a 45-degree angle.
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Bringing the kids? The Hippogriff ride is perfect for little adventurers or if you need a breather from the big coasters.
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Guarantee your entry to the always-popular Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ with a reserved timeslot, ensuring you don't miss out on the magic.
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Access Halloween-themed events like a Halloween Party to get up close and personal with Pikachu and the Minions from Sep 5 to Nov 4.
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With your Express Pass, brace for wild drops, hunt for treasure, soar with a Pteranodon, escape a T. rex or shark, and dive into Minion mayhem.
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Get priority access to Mario Kart: Koopa’s Challenge, Yoshi’s Adventure, Mine Cart Madness, and your choice of JAWS™ or Jurassic Park – The Ride™, and The Flying Dinosaur or Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.
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No need to stress about entry—your Express Pass guarantees a timed slot to Super Nintendo World™ & The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
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Heads up! The Express Pass doesn’t include park entry, so be sure to grab your Universal Studios Japan tickets here.
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With your Express Pass, brace for wild drops, hunt for treasure, soar with a Pteranodon, escape a T. rex or shark, and dive into Minion mayhem.
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Get priority access to Mario Kart: Koopa’s Challenge, Yoshi’s Adventure, Mine Cart Madness, and your choice of JAWS™ or Jurassic Park – The Ride™, and The Flying Dinosaur or Despicable Me Minion Mayhem.
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No need to stress about entry—your Express Pass guarantees a timed slot to Super Nintendo World™ & The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™.
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Heads up! The Express Pass doesn’t include park entry, so be sure to grab your Universal Studios Japan tickets here.
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Skip hours of waiting with the Universal Express Pass 4, an optional upgrade that lets you fast-track your way to some of the park’s most in-demand rides
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Get express entry to fan-favorites like Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™, The Flying Dinosaur, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, JAWS™, and Doraemon 4-D Art Adventure.
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Whether you’re after big thrills, immersive storytelling, or fun for all ages, this pass covers a well-balanced mix of USJ’s most popular attractions. Ideal if you want to see more and wait less.
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Avoid the area-entry rush and step straight into Hogwarts with guaranteed timed access—no lottery, no stress.
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This pass is a smart pick if you're short on time or visiting during peak season. You’ll skip lines, avoid fatigue, and squeeze more fun out of every hour in the park.
More details
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Skip hours of waiting with the Universal Express Pass 4, an optional upgrade that lets you fast-track your way to some of the park’s most in-demand rides
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Get express entry to fan-favorites like Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™, The Flying Dinosaur, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, JAWS™, and Doraemon 4-D Art Adventure.
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Whether you’re after big thrills, immersive storytelling, or fun for all ages, this pass covers a well-balanced mix of USJ’s most popular attractions. Ideal if you want to see more and wait less.
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Avoid the area-entry rush and step straight into Hogwarts with guaranteed timed access—no lottery, no stress.
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This pass is a smart pick if you're short on time or visiting during peak season. You’ll skip lines, avoid fatigue, and squeeze more fun out of every hour in the park.
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No more waiting for hours! Hop onto a mix of 4 adrenaline pumping and family-friendly rides with this Express Pass.
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Earn priority access to Yoshi's Adventure, Minecart Madness, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem JAWS™ (or) Jurassic Park - The Ride™.
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Make all your Super Mario video game adventures come to life with guaranteed timed entry to Super Nintendo World™.
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This pass does not include entry to Universal Studios. Entry tickets have to be purchased separately and you can get yours here.
More details
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No more waiting for hours! Hop onto a mix of 4 adrenaline pumping and family-friendly rides with this Express Pass.
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Earn priority access to Yoshi's Adventure, Minecart Madness, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem JAWS™ (or) Jurassic Park - The Ride™.
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Make all your Super Mario video game adventures come to life with guaranteed timed entry to Super Nintendo World™.
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This pass does not include entry to Universal Studios. Entry tickets have to be purchased separately and you can get yours here.
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Hop onto 4 rides that will unleash your inner gaming enthusiast with a wait time of not more than 20 minutes with the Express Pass 4!
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Get priority boarding to Yoshi's Adventure, Detective Conan 4-D Live Show: Jewel Under the Starry Sky, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, and JAWS™ (or) Jurassic Park - The Ride™.
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Enjoy scheduled entry to Super Nintendo World™ and watch visuals and characters from the video game come to life!
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Note that this Express Pass does not include park entry. You can buy entry tickets to Universal Studios separately here.
More details
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Hop onto 4 rides that will unleash your inner gaming enthusiast with a wait time of not more than 20 minutes with the Express Pass 4!
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Get priority boarding to Yoshi's Adventure, Detective Conan 4-D Live Show: Jewel Under the Starry Sky, Despicable Me Minion Mayhem, and JAWS™ (or) Jurassic Park - The Ride™.
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Enjoy scheduled entry to Super Nintendo World™ and watch visuals and characters from the video game come to life!
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Note that this Express Pass does not include park entry. You can buy entry tickets to Universal Studios separately here.
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Wait less and ride more. With access to 4 attractions in 15-20 minutes, you can breeze past lines that often take hours.
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Enjoy faster access to Space Fantasy – The Ride; Hollywood Dream – The Ride or The Flying Dinosaur; and JAWS™ or Jurassic Park – The Ride™.
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Timed entry to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ lets you enjoy the magic stress-free and at your scheduled time.
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This Express Pass enhances your visit but doesn’t include park admission. Don’t forget to grab your Universal Studios Japan entry ticket.
More details
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Wait less and ride more. With access to 4 attractions in 15-20 minutes, you can breeze past lines that often take hours.
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Enjoy faster access to Space Fantasy – The Ride; Hollywood Dream – The Ride or The Flying Dinosaur; and JAWS™ or Jurassic Park – The Ride™.
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Timed entry to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ lets you enjoy the magic stress-free and at your scheduled time.
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This Express Pass enhances your visit but doesn’t include park admission. Don’t forget to grab your Universal Studios Japan entry ticket.
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About Universal Studios Osaka
Explore the famous Universal Studios Japan, where each attraction tells a story. From high-speed coasters to immersive 4D experiences, USJ showcases a wide range of entertainment. Marvel at the meticulous details in the Wizarding World, or face the thrill in Jurassic Park. Our page offers a glimpse into the myriad of adventures waiting for you in this cinematic paradise.
The Universal Studios Osaka Express Pass at Universal Studios Japan can reduce wait times for popular rides by up to 90%, transforming a potentially hour-long wait into just a few minutes.
Exclusive to the Japanese park, the Universal Studios Osaka Express Pass includes unique attractions like "The Flying Dinosaur," the world’s longest flying coaster, offering a thrilling experience not available with regular admission.
During special events like Halloween Horror Nights, the Express Pass offers access to limited-time haunted houses and attractions, some of which are uniquely designed for the Osaka location.
The number of Express Passes sold each day is limited, ensuring that the pass retains its value and effectiveness in reducing wait times, a strategy not commonly disclosed to the general public.
The Universal Studios Osaka Express Pass often includes timed entry to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, providing a more intimate experience of this popular area, especially during the magical evening hours.
Why visit Universal Studios Osaka?
Highlights
The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
Experience the magic without the long waits. The Universal Studios Osaka Express Pass grants quicker access to attractions like Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey and Flight of the Hippogriff. Wander through Hogsmeade, visit Ollivanders, and enjoy a Butterbeer, all with more time to soak in the magical atmosphere.
The Flying Dinosaur
Hold on tight for this unique roller coaster experience. The Express Pass allows you to skip the regular lines for this ride, which suspends you face-down and sweeps you through the air, mimicking the flight of a Pteranodon.
The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man - The Ride 4K3D
Utilize the Universal Studios Osaka Express Pass to join Spider-Man in an immersive 4D experience. This attraction combines state-of-the-art 4K3D technology with stunning effects, making you feel like you're right in the middle of the action.
Plan your visit
Main entrance
- The Main Entrance is the primary access point for all visitors, including those with the Universal Studios Osaka Express Pass. It's equipped with multiple gates to manage the flow of guests. Visitors with an Express Pass can proceed through the regular entry process at this entrance. Look out for signage indicating Express Pass usage to streamline your entry.
Express Pass entry points at attractions
- While not separate entrances to the park itself, it's important to note that most major attractions have dedicated Express Pass entry points. These are specifically for visitors who hold a Universal Studios Osaka Express Pass, allowing them to bypass standard queues.
- Each Express Pass entry point at attractions is clearly marked with signage. These points often have their own accessibility arrangements, such as ramps or staff assistance, to accommodate visitors with mobility challenges.
Group admission gate
- For visitors arriving in groups and holding Express Passes, the Group Admission Gate can provide a more streamlined entry experience. This is particularly beneficial for organized tours or large family groups.
- This gate is designed to handle larger numbers of visitors efficiently and is equipped with accessibility features like ramps and wide turnstiles for easy access.
Lockers are available for guests to store personal items, especially large bags or items not allowed on rides. They come in various sizes and are strategically located throughout the park for convenience.
Equipped first aid stations are present in the park, staffed with medical professionals for any health-related emergencies or needs. This ensures a safe experience for all guests.
The park offers baby care centers equipped with diaper changing stations, nursing rooms, and facilities for preparing baby food, making it family-friendly and convenient for visitors with infants.
ATMs and currency exchange booths are available for guests' financial needs, ensuring convenience for international visitors.
Numerous souvenir shops are scattered throughout the park, offering a range of merchandise from popular franchises, exclusive park memorabilia, and unique gifts.
Universal Studios Japan houses a variety of dining options, from quick-service counters to themed restaurants, catering to a wide range of tastes and dietary preferences.
For assistance, inquiries, or special accommodations, information desks are available. They offer services like lost and found, park information, and assistance for guests with disabilities.
The park is equipped with wheelchair-accessible ramps, elevators, and restrooms to ensure visitors with mobility challenges can navigate comfortably. Many attractions are also wheelchair-accessible, with staff available for assistance.
Wheelchairs are available for rent at the park entrance, providing convenience for guests who require mobility assistance during their visit.
Service animals are permitted in most areas of the park. Guests should have proper documentation for their service animals to facilitate a smooth entry and experience.
Strollers can be rented, making the park more navigable for families with young children. This service ensures a comfortable visit for both parents and kids.
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