th Tue, Nov. 27 , 2018 UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN ANNOUNCES “HOGWARTS MAGICAL CELEBRATION” Coinciding with the 5th Anniversary of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Universal Studios Japan will launch a new Hogwarts castle projection show in Spring 2019 Almost five years ago, Universal Studios Japan delighted fans when it introduced the magic and wonder of the Wizarding World to Osaka with the opening of The Wizarding World of Harry Potter – Hogsmeade. Universal Studios Japan will celebrate this special anniversary as they launch a new projection mapping show at Hogwarts castle that will captivate guests of all ages. Fans of the beloved Wizarding World will be amazed as the Hogwarts castle is transformed into a dazzling display of lights, special effects and music. Gryffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff will all be represented, each house showcasing its house pride in its own unique way. Further announcements regarding the new Hogwarts castle show in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and other celebrations for the anniversary year will be coming soon. About Wizarding World: More than two decades ago, a young Harry Potter was whisked onto Platform 93⁄4 at King’s Cross Station, and readers everywhere were swept along with him into a magical universe, created by J.K. Rowling. In the years since, the seven Harry Potter bestsellers have inspired eight blockbuster movies, an award-winning stage play, and, more recently, the start of the Fantastic Beasts five-film series. People of all ages have been enthralled by these extraordinary adventures, set within an expanding universe, inspired by the vision of J.K. Rowling. For today’s growing worldwide fan community, and for generations to come, the Wizarding World welcomes everyone to explore more of this magical universe — past, present and future. The Wizarding World also provides fans with an instant, trusted kite-mark of quality and authenticity. About Universal Studios Japan Universal Studios Japan is wholly owned by Comcast NBCUniversal. Universal Studios Japan located in Osaka, Japan, has succeeded in establishing its position as a prominent entertainment and leisure landmark drawing many guests from distant areas in Japan as well as overseas. "Bringing You the Best of the World" - a theme park where its guests can have the world’s best experiences and create the world’s best memories, Universal Studios Japan offers world-class entertainment such as authentic attractions and shows, based not only on Hollywood blockbusters but also popular entertainment brands, and a variety of seasonal events entertaining its guests to the fullest. Universal Studios Japan has continued to evolve since its opening and has recently accelerated its growth with the launch of world-class entertainment experiences such as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter, The Flying Dinosaur and Minion Park and Despicable Me Minion Mayhem Ride. Universal Studios Japan recently broke ground on Super Nintendo World – what will become a Nintendo-themed, expansive entertainment areas featuring Nintendo's legendary worlds and characters. HARRY POTTER characters, names and related indicia are © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. WB SHIELD: © & ™ WBEI. WIZARDING WORLD trademark and logo © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR. (s18) * * * Inquiries regarding Universal Studios Japan (general) Information Center Tel: 0570-20-0606 Universal Studios Japan official website http://www.usj.co.jp You can access this website from a computer, mobile phone, or smartphone. Please include this contact information in your medium. Universal Studios Japan on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/UniversalStudiosJapan Universal Studios Japan on Twitter (@USJ_official) https://twitter.com/USJ_Official .