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Universal Studios Japan

2-1-33 Sakurajima, Konohana-ku, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture 554-0031, Japan
+81 6-6465-3000
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As featured in Osaka for young kids and 1 other guide
Ranked #9 of 187 attractions in Osaka
Type: Amusement/ Theme Parks
Fee: Yes
Recommended length of visit: More than 3 hours
Owner description: This extremely popular theme park is equivalent to the Universal Studios in Hollywood and Orlando, and features shows, rides and restaurants based on... more » Owner description: This extremely popular theme park is equivalent to the Universal Studios in Hollywood and Orlando, and features shows, rides and restaurants based on famous movie themes, like Jaws, Back to the Future and Terminator. « less
Useful Information: Activities for older children, Activities for young children
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Singapore, Singapore
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

The crew working here are super duper friendly. We received so many surprises from them. One of them even wrote a personalised note to my child on the back of a sticker. Apart from that, this is the ONLY Universal Studios in the world where you can find the little cute, pink Sesame Street monster, Moppy.

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Phuket, Thailand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2013 NEW

With a little more money, it is worth to get the fast-pass tickets to avoid long queues. Nice place for children and adults who enjoy thrills. Be prepared to spend the whole day so go early.

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Seoul, South Korea
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013

Would have been better if the Spiderman and Jaws ride were not under maintenence. Spiderman will be reopened in mid July or end of July (not sure). I would prefer Korea's Everland, one T-Express ride in Everland wins all the rides in USJ. But overall it was quite enjoyable.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 June 2013 via mobile

It's a much smaller than the US's one but it's definitely bigger than Singapore's! Especially there's a section which is Hello Kitty, Elmo and Snoopy! No roller coasters/thrilling rides are included in this section though. Totally cute and worth to visit!

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Singapore, Singapore
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

I went there last april and i was so lucky the weather was just perfect at that day. It's huge but i dont mind walking a lot coz i enjoyed the beautiful view of the place by taking a lot of pictures and i enjoyed all the rides..

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Ipoh, Malaysia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 June 2013

My son (1 yr old) & I really enjoyed our trip to USJ. We spend 1 whole day since morning till close. It a must go place. You feel young and happy when you are in USJ ...

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Singapore, Singapore
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 June 2013

Universal studio Japan is wonderful place . I like the cartoon characters. Mainly from Seamestreet ... Pink Panter and woodpeckers. I do not know where is the spiderman and super- friend Heros ? May they work at night times!! Ha! Ha! Personally, I prefer Movie world in Austrlia?

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Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

Arrived there early morning on a weekday, so was lucky to avoid competition with the locals. The park was not that heavily populated and managed to get on all the rides that we wanted. Queing was not that bad with waiting times about 15-20 minutes for most of the rides. However, the rollercoaster rides were different with waiting time around... More

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Manila, Philippines
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

The Hollywood Dream ride and Backrop are such a thrill! A must try! 3D and 4D theatres are presented in Japanese language, didn't understand a word when everyone's laughing out loud.

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Manila, Philippines
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

We rented an electric cart for $30 and we go priority entrance to all the sights and rides including those walking with you. You don't get tired from walking too much. Eat at the Diner...they have great burgers.

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