“The World's Best Summer Vacation!”
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Monday, May 25, 2015 “The world’s best summer vacation!” Universal Studios Japan is about to get even more exciting this summer. Join us as we unveil all-new time-limited events and see why we were chosen as the world’s “most enjoyable group destination.” * The fun starts Friday, July 3, 2015 “Greater Magic in the 2nd year.” The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Making its 3D debut! Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey Find them here... in real-life! Yo-kai Watch: The Real Family fun with a splash! Water Surprise Party Feel the bonds of flame: One Piece Premier Summer Blast your way out of a zombie outbreak! Biohazard: The Real 3 Recently ranked the world’s “most enjoyable group destination” * in a survey of overnight guests, Universal Studios Japan is proud to announce its latest series of world-premiere, not to mention world-class, summer attractions and events. Packed with the kind of thrills and excitement you can only get at Universal Studios Japan, the “world’s best summer vacation” is waiting for you right here! Just in time for summer, we’ve transformed the world’s hottest attraction into a 3D spectacle not to be missed. Starting May 21, 2015, you can immerse yourself in Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey like never before, in the world’s first and only 3D presentation of the blockbuster ride. This summer also marks the return of two enormously popular live attractions: One Piece Premier Summer and Biohazard: The Real 3 , both updated with incredible new features to give you a cutting-edge theme park experience. It’s all about providing extraordinary entertainment for guests of all ages. The park also boasts a brand-new attraction this summer with Yo-kai Watch: The Real . And since it wouldn’t be summer without our famous Water Surprise Parties, we’ve decided to make a splash and turn them into the wettest parties in the history of the park. With our new Universal Wonderland just completed this spring, there’s truly something to make everyone’s summer unforgettable! ◆New Attractions This Summer “Greater Magic in the 2nd year.” See the world’s best attraction in a whole new dimension! Immerse yourself in the world’s first and only 3D version. 1. Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey In 3D Opening Thursday, May 21, 2015 “Find them here... in real-life!” Frightful fun with your favorite monsters. 2. Yo-kai Watch: The Real Friday, July 3, 2015 – Sunday, September 6, 2015 “Family fun with a splash!” Summer fun the whole family can enjoy. 3. Water Surprise Party Friday, July 3, 2015 – Sunday, September 6, 2015 “Feel the bonds of flame.” Last year’s audience satisfaction rate: 99.9%. Running concurrently with the One Piece Premier Show this year! 4. One Piece Premier Summer Friday, July 3, 2015 – Sunday, September 6, 2015 * Premier Show runs until Wednesday, September 30 “Blast your way out of a zombie outbreak!” The latest installment of this live-action, zombie-themed shooting attraction makes its world premiere! 5. Biohazard: The Real 3 Friday, July 3, 2015 – Sunday, November 8, 2015 Greater Magic in the 2nd year! See the world’s most popular attraction in a whole new dimension! The world’s first and only 3D version Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey The Wizarding World of Harry Potter continues to captivate visitors from around the world, bringing the magic of Harry Potter to life in astonishing detail. Now in its second year, it’s sure to make an even bigger impression, especially since we’ve transformed Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey into a full-blown 3D attraction—the world’s first and only 3D version of the blockbuster ride. Marvel as dragons leap out of the screen toward you; reach out as a Golden Snitch comes tantalizingly close, close enough to touch. It’s all there right before your eyes. The magic HARRY POTTER, characters, names and related indicia are trademarks of and © Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Harry Potter Publishing Rights © really is stronger this year—come feel it for JKR.(s15) yourself! ◆◆◆ We’ve got all-new merchandise this summer, including Quidditch robes! (Scheduled to go on sale in July) One of the most impressive 3D scenes in Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey is a Quidditch match—the most popular sport in the wizarding world. If you’ve ever wanted a robe like the ones worn by the Hogwarts students, this summer is your chance. Delve deeper into the world of magic with your own Quidditch robe—put it on and experience what it feels like to go on a broomstick ride, just like in the movies. Then stop by Ollivanders Shop for a selection of popular wands, including replicas of those used in the films. See what it’s like to walk around as your favorite character in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter —it’s even more magical the second time around. While you’re here, don’t forget to stop by the famous Honeydukes sweetshop, with its shelves upon shelves of colorful candy. Here you can find the Cauldron Cake Harry bought aboard the Hogwarts Express in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone , not to mention Drooble’s Best Blowing Gum, the bluebell-colored chewing gum whose bubbles float around the room for days. Of course, there’s also Shock-o-Choc, the incredibly spicy chocolate Harry eats in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban . If it’s strange, magical candy you want, only one shop will do. For a tasty drink, try the best-selling beverage that sold its millionth cup only 102 days after the grand opening. Of course we’re talking about Butterbeer, the strange brew that is the toast of the wizarding world. Quench your thirst this summer with the season-limited Frozen Butterbeer while you check out all the other amazing food and souvenirs we’ve brought straight from the books and movies to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter . * Source: Survey conducted by Rakuten Research, Inc. between 4/10/2015 and 4/13/2015. Number of respondents: 1,467. Survey demographic: men and women ages 18-44 from the Kanto region. Survey items: 25 major travel destinations (domestic and international) as ranked in a preliminary survey of the world’s top 60. Scope of survey: Travelers were asked to rate destinations visited from January 2014 onward that entailed overnight accommodations. Universal Studios Japan ranked number 1 for “overall enjoyment had by everyone in travel party.” Find them here... in real-life! Use an authentic Yo-Kai watch to find your favorite monsters! Now for the first time ever... Yo-Kai Watch: The Real Open for a limited time only, Yo-Kai Watch: The Real takes you inside the frightfully fun world of Yo-Kai Watch . In this all-new attraction, Yo-Kai Watch comes to life as you embark on an unforgettable adventure. Stroll the charming streets of the town featured in the hit game and anime —it’s all here, from Ōmori Mountain to Sakura New Town and Otsukai Alley. Use our realistic Yo-Kai Watch and Yo-Kai Pad to find the monsters in their hiding places as you make your way through this live-action attraction. The map on the Yo-Kai Pad helps you navigate through this familiar townscape, while the radar on the Yo-Kai Watch will alert you if there ©L5/YWP ・TX are any monsters nearby. When your trusty Yo-Kai Watch goes off, it’s time to look through the Yo-Kai Lens and see which monster is lurking there, right before your eyes! From the authentic watch to unforgettable encounters with your favorite Yo-Kai, including Jibanyan the cat spirit, Yo-Kai Watch: The Real is the ultimate chance to step into the world of the hit game and anime, brought to life as only Universal Studios Japan can. This summer, bring your children to a world-class attraction the whole family can enjoy. It’s scary good! [Attraction Overview] Dates Open Friday, July 7, 2015 – Sunday, September 6, 2015 Attraction open for a limited time only. Place New Attraction Area (Located behind Stage 18) Type of Attraction Adventure-themed walk-through attraction Length Approximately 25 minutes ↑Our Yo-Kai watches look just like the real thing! ◆◆◆With our convenient Children’s Pass, entry is a breeze (limited to guests accompanying children) Get quicker access to Yo-Kai Watch: The Real with a Children’s Pass (free for children up to elementary school age and their parents or guardians). (* Issued same-day only. Tickets are limited, available while supplies last.) For guests who want to guarantee a spot on the attraction, we recommend the Universal Express Pass (Available for purchase, no age restrictions involved.) For more information, please visit the official website. ◆◆◆Even more ways to immerse yourself in the world of Yo-Kai Watch The hunt is on for some ghostly troublemakers in an all-new pay ←Try out our replica attraction opening alongside Yo-Kai Watch: The Real . Follow clues left Yo-Kai vending machine around the park as you track down sneaky ghosts in Yo-Kai Watch: The (photo for illustrative purposes only) Rally —Hunt for the Ghostly Culprits. Find them all and score a chance to try a real-life Yo-Kai vending machine. Who knows what cool item you might get! With replica shops and food items from the world of Yo-Kai Watch , you can even taste what it’s like to be part of the hit game and anime series.