Universal Studios Japan Tips for First-Timers in 2025 | Buying Tickets & Super Nintendo World

[@tdrexplorer]

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[@CDNintendo]

I'm doing my first trip to Super Nintendo World here in early November.. Not going to lie, the whole ticket system USJ has to enter seems so... complicated

[@Uglyidiot86]

Cooincidentally so am I. Managed to buy my ticket today.

[@pantstresbien]

So am i! I've been debating on early entry or not so i can have a better chance at nintendo world

[@Uglyidiot86]

@@pantstresbien I did buy one. Had to use Kleek but like you said I want the best chance to go.

[@ghadeer3368]

Me also 😅 so confusing

[@ernielb1743]

How was your trip planning on going in july any tips?

[@chibikradark]

Thank you for such an informative video for everyone who wants to go to USJ. Your videos has been very helpful especially on our last USJ trip. We took your food recommendations seriously as to not waste time lining up and end up not liking the food. Also the USJ app tips are definitely a hack, not everyone (especially foreigners) use the app for the timed entry tickets.

[@maebu]

i planning on going in February maybe, so excited & also nervous as i've never been to japan before. love your videos!

[@tdrexplorer]

It'll be cold but you'll have a great time! The tips in the video will help make things easier for you. Thank you for watching!

[@onehorseopensleigh]

Of course I prioritized DisneySea on my first trip to Japan, but I also spent a few days in Osaka and decided to go to Universal Japan for a day. It was amazing! Plus they have JAWS! I blew more money on Snoopy and Nintendo merch than I spent in all of Tokyo Disney and the city of Tokyo combined. 🤣 This was easily the best “movie studio” theme park I’ve ever visited.

[@t0ny716]

Did you buy the tickets on the spot? If you did how long did you need to wait?

[@gater6090]

WOuld you recommend to visit both? Or which one was better: Universal Studios or DisneySea?

[@Toyce13]

Thank you for all your videos. Very helpful as I am the travel planner for my family. The pressure is big but your videos are a blessing. Thank you again and looking forward to more of your videos.

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you!! I try

[@gustavoangel1360]

This video is so helpful, on a side note this vid made me plan a trip next year with my buddy here TY SM

[@Ock_Small]

Thank you so much for your video! My boyfriend and I just got home from our Japan trip and we booked the Art Hotel Osaka Bay Tower at your recommendation and we ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT! We had a room on the 43rd floor. Incredible view and beautiful, comfy room and a really good price. Thanks again 😊

[@XDproductionsXD]

Nice job! Thank you so much. So informative and fun to watch. You like the cool uncle that knows everything.

[@trc0o0az]

Thank you! I love you! 😂❤ Everybody keeps talking about Universal but they never mention the logistics. I’m planning my trip on my own. So thank

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you! You definitely need to plan to know what’s going on. I just released my updated 2024 guidebook for USJ too! So if you need more help, my guidebook has a ton more information for you! tdrexplorer.com/books

[@Toshikochan0]

omg yay. I'm so happy you made a video on this. :) Your channel always makes me so happy and I love rewatching videos. Hope you are doing well.

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you so much!!

[@asraidersoaktown]

Thank you for your advice. My wife and I had the hardest time getting Disney tickets, and used Klook and it went so amooth and we had no problem.

[@tdrexplorer]

Awesome! That make me happy to hear!

[@lukeguccii]

Thanks for the video Chris! I'm wondering if you could please do a video on the rides at universal studios where you talk about each ride and describe the type of ride it is and the intensity. I'm going in October but am worried about certain rides because I get motion sickness so would love to know more about the rides themselves!

[@TheCobruhAlienat0r]

You can look on KZbin and find POV videos. If there is no video for it then chances are it is too intense to allow people to film.

[@tdrexplorer]

I don't have any plans for a video but in our guidebook we do list the intensity of each ride! tdrexplorer.com/books

[@MauroMoose]

Thanks for the tips! Before your video, I was uneasy about Timed Entry eTickets

[@janesisco]

I'm literally going to be there next week! I'm so excited! Thank you so much for your videos!

[@tdrexplorer]

Have fun!

[@taylor-tot3877]

Thank you Chris! You can tell you put soooo much love into your videos!

[@tdrexplorer]

I appreciate that! Thank you!

[@brycewilson2386]

Thanks for the helpful tips Chris was just wondering do any of the rides have metal detectors or just the entrance of park I have a metal implant

[@luiscolinrivas2015]

Helpful video! A concern I have is, if I have an express pass with a timed entry for Super Nintendo World, can I also get a timed entry on the app to explore the land two different hours of the day?

[@eliaforame6609]

Di di get an answer to that? Did u manage to get in twice?

[@miyoshifw27]

Thank you Chris! I just went to DisneySea Tokyo 2 days ago and thanks to your tips I could get as many rides as possible I also plan to go to Disneyland this Saturday (thanks to 3 days JPN holiday) Then during Obon holiday between August 11 - 20th I plan to go to Osaka & Kyoto and definitely visit Universal Studio So great to see you've just uploaded this video Peace from Tochigi

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you for watching and great timing, haha. Have fun!

[@fufu5068]

For Muslims ladies, if you wear scarf, USJ staff will provide clips at ride entrance so that your scart won't fly off on roller coasters.

[@jonathansakura]

It's my second time but first with my wife 😊 Thanks for the info 😊😊😊 Greetings from Korea 🇰🇷 😊❤

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you for watching! Have a great time you two :)

[@JL_2046]

Just for clarity - if you buy an Express Pass for one of the Nintendo rides, are you all set for the timed entry? Or do you still need to scan your ticket to get your designated time?

[@tdrexplorer]

Once you have your Express Pass that includes the timed entry, that's all you need to do (the time is on the Express Pass). The part with the app is if you want additional timed entries.

[@JL_2046]

@@tdrexplorer Awesome, thanks! Planning a trip for 2024, and your videos have helped a lot! I'm from BC, by the way. 🇨🇦😊

[@tristananthonyortiz]

@@tdrexplorer was looking for this answer lol thanks for the clarification, I go next week and have my timed entry express pass!

[@KenshoQuest]

Love that snack box! We just went to USJ and we got sun burnt, it was so hot! Next time we're bringing sun hats and parasols. 🌺Heidi

[@tdrexplorer]

Besides the sunburn, I hope you had fun!

[@PortofCuriosityProductions]

Just wondering, can you do a video showing the accessibility for these parks? The US has disability access passes to help disabled guests and guests with disabilities access the parks easier, I’m wondering how it works in Japan?

[@ShiggityShwa86]

This is probably the best video in terms of simplifying the ticketing system!

[@samm7322]

Heading down dontuburi street in a few hours, gonna be hitting up those gyozas! Great vid 👍

[@tiyanoriverra7874]

Hey Chris! Love ur videos, everytime I watch one it leaves a smile on my face and makes my day! One day my dream vacation is to go to Japan hopefully soon! Keep up da awesome videos!!😎

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you!

[@alliekuma4234]

Seeing Usopp and Nami on the boats made me freak out a little. Lol One Piece is my favorite anime❤ Thanks for these tips!!!

[@sabin77781]

How do you get the physical ticket if you’re buying it from online? Do you just print it out? Or would I just be able to upload a digital copy and get my time entry pass for Mario world

[@svetlanavalero922]

Wow! Your video is so helpful. Thank you.

[@jessicaward5642]

Thank you Chris for your amazing videos and all your great tip!! 😊😊

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you!

[@geoffreybaker9751]

Well somebody is fancy, needing Google to ask for some Grey Poupon. 😂

[@tdrexplorer]

I'm glad someone saw that hahaah!

[@Jackson-d5s]

Our favourite Japan KZbinr. Any tips / help for us non Japan residing folk in purchasing One Piece show tickets? Thanks

[@JordChase999]

Wow, your USJ video is so informative and helpful for beginners! Can't wait to return for the Donkey Kong expansion in 2024 🤣😂

[@defencemechanism]

Pretty sure I saw you at the park last week when my family and I visited. 😊

[@kellyj.azania4371]

Love it! Your videos are so comprehensive. When I make my way to the theme parks I'll be well prepared?

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you, Kelly! I try my best to give the best tips to make things easier. You're gonna be so well prepared!

[@Endyderg]

oh dear, i'll be going in march XD luckily can make use of the single rider's line as i'm going on my own.

[@jelly9020]

Thanks so much for the video! So useful, I'm Planning my trip for October and I'm so excited for Halloween nights!

[@tdrexplorer]

Have fun!

[@sidqi2106]

Do we need power-up band to ride the rides? Like Mario Kart, Donkey Kong Coaster. Or is it just for collecting points and stuff?

[@SNORKYMEDIA]

just for points

[@chipsboy7360]

I am going to Japan on the 28th of July I am so excited because I am waking up at 5a.m for my 8a.m flight and I am going to universal studios too and eating a lot of sushi!:D and btw I am from Macau

[@Kirainy]

Thank you for this video 🎉❤ are you going to film about this year's one piece?

[@luigicuau22]

Friend, I have a question, how can I choose the schedules if I buy an express pass through Klook? I did not get the option to choose the schedules as in the official tickets

[@romychar]

You can’t choose via klook, you’ll get a timeslot assigned randomly

[@luigicuau22]

@@romychar 😯 thanks bro

[@LopaSHott]

Love your videos! Planning on taking that family in April 2025. Looked at your tracker, do you think the middle two weeks of April are crowded for spring break?

[@ojyochan]

I'm so grateful for videos like this in part because I'm a vegetarian so I feel like I can experience the non- vegetarian foods lol

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you for watching!

[@kimberlyvuong6396]

​@@tdrexploreravoid golden week ? It's a missinformation

[@soitsmelaura]

That’s so amazing that universal offers all those cool down methods … I luv the summer merch and the water guns how fun … as far as the foodie stuff I had my eye on the strawberry soda 😀

[@arwen999]

I was excited to go. But the more I watched these videos it seems so complicated. I dont know if I want to go anymore

[@FrijolesYQuesito]

My favorite Disneyland attraction is guardians of the galaxy mission breakout. It’s such a fun ride!

[@BauhausCure]

Thank you so much! We got our tickets and express passes on Klook! So excited to go!

[@tdrexplorer]

Have fun!

[@anifreakXD]

I stayed at the Singulari Hotel & SkySpa, very convenient location for both the train and Universal 😁

[@Jcoronado9093]

Love your video thanks for the hotel tips! Planning on going back this summer !

[@danielegglord]

Thank you so much! My family shall be heading to Japan in November! We are thinking about going here for Nintendo World!

[@tdrexplorer]

Super Nintendo World is great!

[@CharlesKincaid_]

Is there any secondary markets other then Klook? the express pass is sold out on the dates that I'm going in March

[@MegaKruns]

@@CharlesKincaid_ which one did you use to buy then?

[@joaomagalhaes3851]

Im traveling to japan next month. One thing Im not getting....if you buy the express pass do you need to buy the entry ticket on top of that ? or does the express pass acts as an entry ticket ?

[@mauriciolavarda]

Amazing tips. Thanks from Brazil!

[@WhenAdventureKnox]

Hi, I'm going to Universal on a Wednesday... but in the summer. I can't arrive before 11.30am, do you think this would be too late to get a timed entry into Nintendo World please? Not looking for a 'for sure' answer, but more what your gut thinks. Thank you if you can advise!

[@loreanneparedes207]

THANK YOU CHRIS!!!!❤ we love you

[@j_jungy]

This was so helpful! Thank you!! If I were to buy an express pass, which one would you recommend?

[@tdrexplorer]

It depends on how many rides you want to do because there are so many to choose from. Most people go with the 4

[@j_jungy]

@@tdrexplorer Thank you!

[@Bizitzabidaiatzen]

Hi! We are thinking on going to USJ in July. When do the holidays in Japan start in July? Becasue we prefer to go when they still have school.

[@HaohmaruHL]

Summer vacation covers the 40-odd days from July 20 to August 31. Be it school or vacation season you will end up with 2-3 hour lines regardless because Japan. July and August are probably the worst months to visit Japan in general. Good luck surviving in line during that heat. Be sure to buy the maximum Express Pass in advance or you will end up having a very bad day. Express Pass Is pretty much essential. The lines are insane and are for everything, rides, food, toilet, just walking around the park. Don't underestimate them. Bring a 500ml water bottle. There are several places to refill it at water stations.

[@sabirrathee6815]

Hi there, How long it take to cover the whole Universal studio? Many thanks

[@رجلمنالناس-ذ4ت]

Thank you. Do you know about the 3-hour VIP experience? What are the differences between it and the 8-hour one, other than the tour period?

[@Missxeesorrr]

Hello! Ty for your video. I tried to purchase an express ticket w/ a studio pass but the option were grayed out. Does that mean its sold out? Do you know if they’ll release the tickets in the future? Looking to go at the end of March 🥲

[@megumisofficial]

Very informative!! Thanks for sharing

[@matthewcheung5136]

Which rides or attractions are suitable for my 2 year old?

[@bustabuddha]

hi Chris! This is so informative ty. I 2as wondering if you had any insights into the VIP tours at Universal?

[@bespinoza66]

Thank you so much!!! Omg you saved me a lot of stress

[@anamartin2550]

Great video! One question Do you know what No Stock means from the Express Calendar Website?

[@DressedRunner]

Why is going to USJ so stressful

[@emmettweinstein1521]

Doreamon coaster was worth the wait!!! So amazing!!

[@John-s9z4h]

I am still considering if I wanna go to USJ or not, mostly it seems like a hassle and very regulated for your time. I wanna visit when I want. If I were to go, I would go for perhaps 5-6 from 2-3 pm. But in that case, it doesn't seem possible to go to Super Nintendo World at all. Then again the biggest attraction for me would be WW.

[@westfield90]

Everything looks so clean. I envy a nation that is so clean

[@RedWinterHero]

I aas thinking of going in March, how do I know if itll be overcrowded?

[@clanofthecord]

halloween horror nights being free is such a major plus of this park!

[@KevinAndCatTravel]

Thanks Chris you are the best!

[@tdrexplorer]

Awww, shucks. Thank you!

[@MsDarouny]

Is it simple to sync the wrist bands from Universal Studios Hollywood to Japan? Can you make a video of that?

[@tdrexplorer]

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[@ryokophreak]

Thank you! I'll be going early January. This will help :)

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you for watching!

[@ryokophreak]

My first time going to a park like this. So very excited!

[@crush_override]

I am a bit confused. With an express pass does it already have time entry assigned or you have to do it via app? In your video you did not mention that as two different ways to get a time ticket but as a one way.

[@eshibells]

Thank you for this! I will be there on November!!

[@AgustiawanAbadi]

Hi, may I ask : If I'm only interested in going to Harry Potter World (not even necessarily to ride any rides, just get in and see the view) and not Super Nintendo World, do I need to buy Express Pass? Thanks in advance!!

[@jamesrgamesoffical]

When I went I didn't need timed entry tickets, you should be fine unless it's a completly filled area (almost impossible)

[@kaneelias]

Hi @tdrexplorer, thanks for the video.planning my forst trip to USJ on the 4th of April. i can get entry tickets now but Exptess Pass 4 thrills is only available up til the 29th of Feb. Do you know from your experience when dates after the 29th of feb might be made available? The "Fun" express pass seems to be the only one available post Feb 29. Thank you

[@MakeupbyAliciaE]

Thanks Chris love your videos so much info. We went at the beginning of April this year and went to USJ on a Tuesday like you suggested with an 8&9 yr old. My opinion is you don’t need an express pass it’s not worth the price. Just get there early and go to Nintendo world first, be prepared for a long day. We did it all in one day

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you for watching!

[@Cookieanddough]

what time did you get there to be early enough to get in!

[@MakeupbyAliciaE]

@@Cookieanddough 8am

[@patricetan]

@@MakeupbyAliciaEWhat time did you leave? I'm planning to visit USJ on the 3rd of April, really torn if I should buy the express pass or not. How many rides did you get? Did you manage to ride the Harry Potter forbidden world?

[@Somnus.]

This was such a great guide! I am only able to go in July. Does anyone have any tips for how to survive the terrible heat/humidity??

[@kristinhaase8874]

Good Evening! We will be at USJ in July and have a very specific question: Say we have a times entry ticket to Super Nintendo World and want to dine at Kinopio's Cafe. We get a ticket for the cafe in the morning, but our time to dine is later in the afternoon. Can we leave Super Nintendo World to do other things in the park and be allowed back in when it is our time to dine? Thanks for all you do!

[@robyndunn3679]

Thanks for the tips! I booked my tickets and express pass today. Had some issues with credit cards but got there in the end. 😅

[@romychar]

On the website itself? Did you have to fill in a address? I could only fill in a japanese one

[@robyndunn3679]

@@romychar yeah I used the USJ website and changed it to English. All fine with UK address. Tried with iPad and Apple Pay as recommended on some blogs etc but that didn’t work. Laptop and click pay by credit card worked in the end.

[@romychar]

@@robyndunn3679thanks i got it to work!

[@toffeeee_17]

What if you got a ticket for the Mario Restaurant but when it’s your time to enter the restaurant you don’t have a timed entry ticket anymore? Can you just go there early in the morning and get synced restaurant tickets and timed entry tickets for Nintendo world?

[@tdrexplorer]

To go back into Super Nintendo World after you left, you will need another timed entry to get back in. You don't get to choose your return time, it's first-come first-served.

[@moe161]

is the expresspass e-card or a physical card?

[@hutchbee]

ライトブルーのパッケージのポテトチップスは私もお勧めします！めちゃめちゃ美味しい！

[@zoewhiting1776]

Funny seeing @ordinaryadventures in the background!

[@tdrexplorer]

Haha it's from my Super Nintendo World Hollywood video!

[@tawdood]

Thank you Chris for your videos! We just came back from Japan last week. Spent 2 days at Tokyo Disneyland 2 days at Disneysea and 2 days at USJ. We were wondering that we might bump into you in some park and lucky enough My partner did! He said he met you around Jurassic Park area while I went the restroom. After I came back we tried to look for you but couldn’t find you anymore. Btw Love your videos and pls keep up the great work. 😊

[@tdrexplorer]

Oh no! I'm sorry you couldn't find me again. I hope you had a wonderful time!

[@somethinelse0930]

What’s the difference between Disneyland and Disney sea

[@alvolio]

Thanks for the info! Do I need to load my express pass bought from Klook, into the USJ app as well? Or just the stupio pass? Thanks!

[@diamonddoom1538]

As an American tourist, should i purchase the 7 entry pass in order to get the most of my time at USJ???

[@devilsadvocate2656]

I'm heading to Osaka shortly & plan to visit USJ & specifically Mario World. I have no experience with US parks so have a few questions... - As I understand it, you need a ticket for park entry which allows you to queue for rides. You can bypass these by having an Express Pass (of various types)... correct? - Many rides have a single rider line. Do you need an Express Pass to use this or does the Express Pass allow you to bypass this as well? - As far as I can tell, most rides are rollercoasters. Given that I don't enjoy these, it's difficult to work out which rides are not rollercoasters. The rest of it I understood clearly... timed entry, power bands, etc etc. BTW thanx for the vid.

[@pstorm1523]

This video is of great help. I was just wondering should I get an express pass for my 3 yr old? Since on the USJ website it says that he should get a free entry ticket since he is less than 4 yrs old but express pass says “all ages”..

[@koichan7457]

Would anyone know if the 30,000 yen vip tour is still available for 2024? Chris, thanks for the sharing hotel info we booked front of the park! Will your guide have info on the cup tour?

[@jasminepearce2395]

When I go on the USJ app, I notice that Harry Potter World usually has “no timed entry tickets.” Does this mean no timed entry ticket is required? Or that they are already sold out?

[@journey99999]

Hello.....thank you for your information about USJ. can i registered park pass first before i go to USJ? And for reserve a Timed Entry e ticket to enter the Super Mario....can i do that before go to USJ too? i would reserve a Timed Entry eTicket from app USJ....🥰😃🥰

[@stacyscooby8488]

Yes My family and i are going to Japan it's our first time . we are going soon .

[@mini_cms]

Hi thanks for the guidance on USJ. You mentioned Tuesday to Friday is not busy. What about Monday? We are planning to go in September on a Monday. If we get the express tix does that mean we can visit Nintendo park at anytime?

[@Mooshimoca]

can i use my ticket on my phone or do i need to print it out? And that drone shot at the start with the massive lines, are some of those lines ones for buying tickets, and some of those are just for scanning? Im guessing the scanning line will move much faster if so cause that looks super busy!

[@imsh9205]

How do you avail the new years countdown? I am so confused, I read the website many times, but my brain can't catch up 😿

[@kitinanboonyuen4564]

Do you have a vdo for disney sea 1st time visit tip? Thank you. new fan from Thailand.

[@man-gaming]

omg. For a muslim, 18:04 is really really helpful. Thank you