Universal Studios Japan Tips for First-Timers in 2024 | Buying Tickets & Super Nintendo World

[@tdrexplorer]

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[@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.

[@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

[@non-stickderich7112]

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

[@non-stickderich7112]

@@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.

[@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?

[@SasuCosplay]

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?

[@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

[@geoffreybaker9751]

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

[@tdrexplorer]

I'm glad someone saw that hahaah!

[@DressedRunner]

Why is going to USJ so stressful

[@samm7322]

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

[@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

[@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 :)

[@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!

[@XDproductionsXD]

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

[@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!

[@ShiggityShwa86]

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

[@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!!

[@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

[@clanofthecord]

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

[@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!

[@allaccessentertainment4755]

I'm about to fly to Universal Studios Japan this Saturday, July 15 2023. What a coincidence that your video was just uploaded 😃!

[@tdrexplorer]

Have fun!

[@allaccessentertainment4755]

@@tdrexplorer I'm sure I will! Thank you so much 🥰!

[@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

[@westfield90]

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

[@janesisco]

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

[@tdrexplorer]

Have fun!

[@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!

[@man-gaming]

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

[@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. 🇨🇦😊

[@svetlanavalero922]

Wow! Your video is so helpful. Thank you.

[@vanesashikinami3071]

Gracias! Muchas gracias por los subtitulos en español! El video muy informativo y explicado muy bien! Muchísimas gracias!!!

[@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.

[@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?

[@loreanneparedes207]

THANK YOU CHRIS!!!!❤ we love you

[@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?

[@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!!!

[@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!

[@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

[@defencemechanism]

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

[@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)

[@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!

[@Jcoronado9093]

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

[@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

[@zoewhiting1776]

Funny seeing @ordinaryadventures in the background!

[@tdrexplorer]

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

[@FrijolesYQuesito]

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

[@katrinapoon1986]

Thank you Chris, We got our tickets on Klook as well. Your discount codes didn't work tho. We were over $100 CAD.

[@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

[@MakeupbyAliciaE]

Best family hotel for a reasonable price hotel porta vita

[@MauroMoose]

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

[@emmettweinstein1521]

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

[@KevinAndCatTravel]

Thanks Chris you are the best!

[@tdrexplorer]

Awww, shucks. Thank you!

[@jessicaward5642]

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

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you!

[@Jackson-d5s]

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

[@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 😀

[@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!

[@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.

[@BauhausCure]

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

[@tdrexplorer]

Have fun!

[@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?

[@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!

[@losvlogsdemariana]

Great video! I'm planning my first trip to Japan this year and I have a couple of question, if anyone could help me, that would be awesome. Is early september a good time to visit Japan? I saw onlyne that it's typhoon season and I'm afraid that Universal might be closed (and Super Nintendo World is one of the highlights of my trip). Should I went later this year? Like early october? Thank you so much!

[@tianasmall4063]

Hey Chris Love your videos! I purchased 2 express passes (1 for me 1 for my daughter) Unfortunately we have different timed entries for Nintendo world and Harry Potter. Do they make a big deal if you're going with someone and you have different times?

[@bespinoza66]

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

[@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.

[@nannegraaff2948]

I love your videos so much

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you!

[@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!

[@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

[@anifreakXD]

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

[@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?

[@luigicuau22]

Thanks for the video, please a video to the Jaws and Jurassic Park Merch 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@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!

[@mariussantos94]

Hi could you also please do Tokyo Disneyland and Disney sea tips for first timers ❤

[@tdrexplorer]

It's in my plans!

[@mariussantos94]

@@tdrexplorer thank you so much!! I’m planning to visit Tokyo 🥺 Also, I’ve always thought you’re Australian. Been watching your videos since idk when. But thank you for covering Disney and Universal Studios. Are you going to HK Disneyland again for Frozen / Arendelle land?

[@megumisofficial]

Very informative!! Thanks for sharing

[@JordChase999]

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

[@eshibells]

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

[@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??

[@anamartin2550]

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

[@XxJusTChaoSxX]

Cool guide for USJ but I have to say after watching this video i feel a bit overwhelmed. If this are the masses on a normal weekday i dont know if i still want to go there alone on my first trip to Japan in October.

[@mauriciolavarda]

Amazing tips. Thanks from Brazil!

[@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

[@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?

[@stacyscooby8488]

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

[@aliqq._.n]

Do you need time entry ticket to enter Harry Potter?

[@Ruby-xk8kn]

Im guessing the tickets are set up this way to avoid crowd crushes but gawd damn its so confusing 😂

[@Kirainy]

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

[@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?

[@kayojeda3622]

Wait, so you have to print your ticket to scan it and get the time slot for Nintendo?

[@Mandriletta]

Do you think going late Feb/2025 it is ok? The only day i could make in a weekday would be Feb 25th (Tuesday) and i know you talked about that, however if i am not mistake it is the day after an Emperor holliday (Emperor's Birthday). So do you have some thoughts on that? Thank you in advance and really nice content.

[@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!

[@hutyrareeder244]

Do I understand correctly that to get into Super Nintendo World, we need to have an Express Pass Timed Entry Ticket? On the USJ website, they sell those as packages of either 7 or 4 attractions. So I need to buy one that has either the Mario Kart or Yoshi attraction on it. Once I have that ticket, I can load it into the App to get an "Area timed entry ticket" (which is different than an "Attraction timed entry ticket"). That way people in my group that aren't interested in any "attractions" can still gain access to the "area", is that right?

[@deanwongzy]

Anyone skipped the express pass and just went mainly on the single-rider queue? Would that work?

[@fairybro]

Ty for this video! Super useful! Do you know if you can upgrade a 2-day pass to annual pass at USJ? & How do u go about upgrading it?

[@diamonddoom1538]

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

[@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?

[@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!

[@morpholochic8167]

How does 1.5 days work? Is it the first day the 0 5 day?

[@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!

[@maccchiatooo]

If ever I don't get the Express Pass Variety 7, what is the next/best express pass to purchase? Thanks! It's going to be my first time.

[@ddc163264]

Chris, you said in your video that Universal doesn't allow you to leave and come back in unless you have an annual pass. But another American family is currently visiting and they do a KZbin channel, they said this n response to my inquiry with them about what you said: Provost Park Pass replied: "They allow you to leave. You have to get your hand stamped". So was your video older and now incorrect?

[@tdrexplorer]

It's USJ policy to not allow re-entry. I asked them directly last week and was told there's no re-entry and an announcement in English. I don't know the abovementioned situation, but I wouldn't go to the park expecting re-entry, as they can tell you no. www.usj.co.jp/web/en/us/service-guide/rules-manners

[@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！

[@DergonTails]

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.

[@KoreanNerdJJOO]

Great video! I can't wait to go back to USJ :)

[@tdrexplorer]

Thank you!

[@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 ?