One strategy to make good use of your time at Universal Studios Japan is to use Express Passes (Express Pass 4, Express Pass 7). This pass gives visitors exclusive access to popular attractions without waiting.
A separate ticket is required to enter Nintendo World, and major attractions such as Harry Potter Forbidden Journey, Spider-Man The Ride, and Jurassic Park’s The Flying Dinosaur typically require waiting times of at least an hour to an hour and a half.
Universal Studios Admission Ticket – What is an Express Pass?
The Express Pass gives you special early access to popular attractions at Universal Studios Japan without long wait times. This pass must be purchased separately and prices may vary depending on the date. It is divided into Express Pass 4 and Express Pass 7, and each allows priority entry and boarding at 4 or 7 attractions.
If you want to experience as many attractions as possible during your visit, the Express Pass7 may be a good option. Express tickets are almost essential for families with children. Many people purchase Express Passes to save time, so you must make a reservation at least a month before your visit.
How to reserve Universal Studios admission tickets and Express Passes
If you make a reservation using a site called Klook , you can specify the time to enter the attraction . If you would like to reserve a ticket, please use the link below to reserve and select a time.
One admission ticket is required to enter Universal Studios Japan , and you must purchase an additional ticket, either the Express 4 Pass or the Express 7 Pass. Therefore, you will not be able to enter if you purchase only the Express Pass .
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Universal Studios Express Pass 4/7 types
Universal Studios Japan offers a variety of Express Pass options, most notably Express Pass 4, which includes a confirmed ticket for Nintendo World admission and is available in several versions. The pass has five ticket options: Limited, Limited & Variety, Limited & Partial, Variety Ride, and Partial Choice, giving visitors priority access to Nintendo World and other attractions.
In addition , you can enter the Wizarding World of Harry Potter area without a separate confirmation ticket . In March 2024 , Express Pass options will change with the addition of new attractions at Universal Studios Japan : Detective Conan , My Hero Academia , and Demon Slayer XR Ride ( opening in February ).
Universal Studio Japan Express Pass 4
There are four different types of Express Passes as shown below . Compare the options for each pass carefully and make your choice. If you would like to see the simple comparison, you can check it at the link below.
1) Limited
- Mario Kart: Koopa’s Challenge, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Demon Slayer XR Ride: Infinite Train Running Through Dreams, My Hero Academia: The Real 4D
- Super Nintendo World, Wizarding World of Harry Potter Area admission ticket
2) Limited & Variety
- Yoshi Adventure, Detective Conan 4D Live Show: Jewel in the Starry Sky, Minion Mayhem, Jaws
- Super Nintendo World, Wizarding World of Harry Potter Area admission ticket
3) Limited & Flying Dinosaur
- Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, My Hero Academia: The Real 4D, Detective Conan 4D Live Show: Jewel of the Starry Sky, The Flying Dinosaur
- Wizarding World of Harry Potter area admission ticket (no Nintendo World admission ticket)
4) Limited & Edition
- Yoshi’s Adventure, My Hero Academia: The Real 4D, Detective Conan 4D Live Show: Jewel in the Starry Sky,
Jaws - Super Nintendo World Area admission ticket
5) Limited & Variety
- Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Demon Slayer XR Ride: Infinite Train Running in Dreams, My Hero Academia:
The Real 4D, Hollywood Dream-The Ride / Jaws - Wizarding World of Harry Potter area admission ticket (no Nintendo World admission ticket)
6) Variety Ride
- Mario Kart: Koopa’s Challenge, Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Demon Slayer XR Ride: Infinite Train Running Through Dreams, Hollywood Dream – Choose 1 of the Ride / Jaws / The Flying Dinosaur
- Super Nintendo World confirmation ticket, Wizarding World of Harry Potter area admission ticket
7) Backdrop
- Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey, Flight of the Hippogriff, Hollywood Dream-The-Ride-Backdrop, The Flying the Innocent
- Wizarding World of Harry Potter area admission ticket (no Nintendo World confirmation ticket)
8) Side Choice
- Yoshi’s Adventure, Flight of the Hippogriff, Minion Mayhem, Jaws
- Super Nintendo World, Wizarding World of Harry Potter Area admission ticket
Universal Studio Japan Express Pass 7
There are two types of Universal Studios Express Pass 7: Please check the link below for simple comparison.
It is divided into attractions that allow for designated times and those that do not.
1) Variety
- Mario Kart: Koopa’s Challenge / Yoshi’s Adventure / Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey / Flight of the Hippogriff
/ Minion Mayhem / The Flying Dinosaur / Hollywood Dream – Choose one of The Ride or Jaws - Super Nintendo World, Wizarding World of Harry Potter Area admission ticket
2) Standard Special
- Mario Kart: Koopa’s Challenge / Yoshi’s Adventure / Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey / Flight of the Hippog Reef
/ Minion Mayhem / My Hero Academia: The Real 4D / Hollywood Dream –
Choose either The Ride or Jaws - Super Nintendo World, Wizarding World of Harry Potter Area admission ticket
