Japan is one of the most popular tourist destinations in East Asia. In addition to business trips, Singapore is a great place for family trips and honeymoons. For a family trip or honeymoon, don't miss out on a visit to Universal Studios Japan.

Universal Studios Japan is an amusement park located in Osaka, Japan. The Theme Park opened on March 31, 2001, and became one of six Universal Studios theme parks worldwide. Here you can watch shows, rides, fancy restaurants, and more. You can do many things at Universal Studios. Where are we going to start? Well, here is Singapore's guide to Universal Studios Japan.

There are so many Universal Studio Japan rides you can try. With your family or partner, you can try some of these rides.

The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man is a 3D and 4D ride – the No. 1 ride for seven consecutive years. Attractions features of this ride are full of screams and thrills. You must be at least 122 cm in size to ride this ride. If the visitor measures under 122 cm, it must be accompanied by someone taller than him.

In addition, this ride has a capacity of up to 12 people with three rows of 4. Some other regulations that support this are WIGS Available, Single Rider Line, wheelchair access, and child switch.

Another Universal Studio Japan ride is Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey. For Potter Head, this is a golden opportunity. You can enter the magical world in real life with real atmospheres, costumes, and equipment. You can also see dragons, feel the coldness of dementors, and fight against Voldemort.

The capacity per car on this ride is four people, so make sure you and your family are the right amount, or you can join other visitors. The maximum height of visitors is 122 cm, with a height below that must be accompanied by an adult or taller than them.

Want a more exciting ride? Try The Flying Dinosaur. It is a long flying coaster with adrenaline-pumping ascent and descent. In addition, Pteranodon will try to catch you from behind and take you away. Here you will feel the sensation of a 360-degree adventure in Jurassic Park.

The maximum height for this ride is 132 cm to 198 cm. Someone of appropriate height must accompany shorter visitors. You are not allowed to bring any luggage.

A Singaporean's guide to Universal Studios Japan next is to try the Hollywood Dream of The Ride – Backdrop. This ride will take you to plunge from a height of 43 meters. A challenging path will stimulate your adrenaline. What's different is that it's a backward roller coaster that will keep you challenged.

You can also attend a water ride at Waterworld. You will witness interesting acrobatics directly from the movie Waterworld. More than 3,000 seats are available for all visitors. There is no maximum height on this ride, and there is wheelchair access, which pregnant women can follow.

In addition to thrilling rides, you can pamper yourself by watching various performances at Universal Studios Japan. Here are the best shows you can watch.

The other thing to do in Osaka is watch a Universal Spectacle Night Parade. Here you will witness a parade of magical acts from the world of Harry Potter. You can also watch Transformers, Jurassic World, Minion Mayhem, and many more. Equipped with lighting, music, unique costumes, to dance performances.

Watch the Waterworld Stunt Show at Universal Studios Japan. Here you will watch the action of the players playing in the water and feel the actual splashes of water. There are over 3,000 seats for all visitors, including wheelchair access.

Who doesn't love a little yellow creature named Minions? Here's your chance to watch Despicable Me Minion Mayhem. With a large screen and hyper-realistic projection system, you'll get your adrenaline pumping with the minions and Gru. You will be taken into Gru's laboratory and start a crime action with the Minions.

For Potterhead, watch the wizarding world of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade. You can wear a witch's robe, use a magic wand, and even have an owl. Enjoy the life of the wizarding world with Harry Potter only at Universal Studios Japan.

Enjoy the fun in the Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man – Live. You can watch 4D performances of the cast in Spider-Man costumes. Additionally, this Spider-Man action is ending in 2024, so watch this immediately!

Universal Studio Japan also has the best place to eat. One of them is The Bakery in Hogsmeade. This is one of Hogsmeade's best bakeries and pastries – a love of Potter Head.

Mel's Drive-In is a Western restaurant serving burgers, french fries, bacon, and American choc brownies. The atmosphere in this restaurant is the same as an American Diner. There are also special meals for children at this restaurant.

The next restaurant is Hollywood Dream, Backdrop. This Western restaurant serves Western and European food ranging from steak, and pasta, to burgers. Remember to take a photo in front of the restaurant board.

Also, visit Jurassic Park Restaurant. There are Lost World Restaurant, Fossil Fuels, and Discovery Restaurant. This is a fast-food restaurant located in the Jurassic World Ride area. Feel the sensation of lunch and dinner surrounded by ancient animals.

For minion lovers, come to Minion Cafe. You can taste ice cream, cookies, cake, and coffee with minion-themed packaging. You also have the opportunity to get minion drink packaging to take home.

The first is Universal Studios Japan Official Store. This store sells many Disney trinkets and cartoon characters ranging from t-shirts, hair accessories, bags, and dolls, to cushions. You can buy all the items that start from SGD 15.

For Potter Head, don’t miss Harry Potter’s Magical Wand Shop. You can buy robes, wands, spell books, and other Harry Potter trinkets. The price of each product also varies from SGD 30 to SGD 100.

As the name implies, this store provides many Marvel comics and trinkets. You will find a variety of Marvel comics from the first series. Also, get the chance to own a Marvel miniature in this store.

Minion Park is one of the stores in the Minion area at Universal Studios Japan. Here you can buy miniature minions, magazines, t-shirts, and accessories. The price of each product here varies from SGD 10 to SGD 50.

Studio Ghibli Store is a store that serves a variety of Studio Ghibli trinkets. You can find comics, miniatures, t-shirts, and accessories identical to the Studio Ghibli series. Some snacks and cakes are identical to this series. Try them all and take advantage of them.

To pass the time at Singapore School Holidays 2023, you can go to Japan and visit Universal Studios Japan. Universal Studios Japan is open from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm. In addition, this theme park is not open seven days a week. However, the park will close early during the off-season. So, make sure you prepare your trip carefully before visiting.

The price of admission to Universal Studios is quite varied. Adults aged 12 and above will pay around SGD 80, children aged 4 to 11 will pay around SGD 52, and senior citizens aged 65 and above will pay around SGD 71. Ticket purchases can be made online via Traveloka App with refund and free rescheduling guarantees.

Universal Studios Japan is located in the area/city Osaka, Japan, and precisely at Osaka 2-1-33 Sakurajima, Japan. To get there, you can use the fast train. From Osaka Kansai, you will take about 1 hour to Universal Studios Japan. The location of this theme park is also close to Universal City Station on the Osaka Loop Line.

With a Singaporean's guide to Universal Studios Japan, you can have fun easily and safely. You can watch Harry Potter, Spider-Man, Minions, Jurassic Park, and Transformers. Enjoy this fun with your family by using Traveloka. You can plan all your vacations, from plane tickets, train tickets, and hotel reservations to tourist tickets.

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