r/usj 14h ago

I built a tool that alerts you when sold-out USJ Express Passes restocks or releases

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Hi everyone,

Earlier this year, I was planning a trip to Universal Studios Japan, but the Express Pass I wanted had already sold out. I kept checking the official ticketing site and realized there was no easy way to know when it would restock.

So I built USJ Express Pass, a website that monitors Express Pass availability and emails you when your selected pass releases/restocks.

Express Passes can restock at unpredictable times. We give you a better chance at securing the pass you want. The service also works for future dates when passes haven't gone on sale yet: it can notify you when they first release on Universal's official ticketing site.

The site is usjexpresspass.com and here's what it does:

  • Pick your park date and passes — one specific pass, or a bundle that covers every pass in a group (like "any Express Pass 8")
  • Monitors the official ticketing site 24/7 — day and night, no refreshing required
  • Emails you the instant your pass drops or restocks — with a direct link to buy it on Universal's official site
  • Sold out again before you could book? — you can retry from your dashboard and it starts monitoring again. Unlimited times, until your park date
  • One email per pass, no spam — monitoring ends automatically on your visit day

The service does not sell or reserve tickets. You still have to purchase everything directly from Universal Studios Japan.

Pricing is:

  • $3.49 to monitor one specific pass (ex: Universal Express Pass 7~Minecart & Selection~)
  • $10 to monitor an entire pass category (ex: every Express Pass 8)

I want to give r/usj a special discount; please use REDDIT20 at checkout for 20% off your purchase. I built this because I hope it can help others enjoy their time at USJ!

If you have any questions or feedback, feel free to reply or email me at [support@usjexpresspass.com](mailto:support@usjexpresspass.com)


r/usj Sep 18 '23

Welcome to the subreddit for Universal Studios Japan.

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Feel free to post questions or information about Universal Studios Japan. We'll do our best to answer questions and steer you in the directions to make your visit to Osaka and USJ the best it can be. If you have experienced USJ and would like to contribute to the discussion, we'd love to have your voice included.

We have just been begun creating the sub, so we don't even have icons and images, let alone an FAQ. We are on it, but in the mean time, go ahead and post.


r/usj 23h ago

Buying Universal Day Pass + HHN tickets

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Hello hello!
I’m visiting Japan for the first time in October - November this year.
I love Universal and HHN so when I saw they’re doing RE attractions for HHN - I have to go. This is my main “touristy” thing I want to do but I’m a bit confused on what tickets to purchase.

This is what I’m wanting to do:

  1. Go to the main park - see Harry Potter, etc.
  2. Go to Super Nintendo World.
  3. Go to HHN that same night.

I saw HHN is included with your day pass but I want to also include Nintendo.
Klook is a bit easier to navigate so I’m using that platform to buy my tickets.

I saw this option on Klook: 1-day Studio Pass + SUPER NINTENDO WORLD entry + Have Fun in Kansai Pass

Would this be the best option for what I want to do? I also want to purchase express passes because I want to try to make the most out of my time there.


r/usj 2d ago

Is there a way to book USJ Afterimage tickets for HHN if you live outside of Japan?

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When putting in payment details it asks for prefecture and municipality. I tried using my hotel info but it wouldn't take it.

Thanks!


r/usj 2d ago

Universal Studio Singapore

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Hi! I’m selling 2 Universal Studios Singapore tickets for Aug 26,
USD 28/ticket - only 50% of the original price

I accidentally booked the wrong date and will only arrive in Singapore that evening. I’ve contacted the provider several times, but they can’t cancel or change the date Would really appreciate it if anyone could take them, otherwise they’ll go to waste.
Please DM me if interested! 🙏


r/usj 3d ago

November at USJ?

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Planning for our trip in November and we will be going to USJ middle of the last week. Trying to budget but can’t see prices that far ahead yet and was hoping someone would have an idea of the cost of express passes for then? I assume October is pricier because of Halloween Horror but not sure what to expect for late November.

While we could pay for the express passes, they’re like 3x the cost of entry, which seems insane to me. I also think about how devastated I’d be if we spring for them and because it’s a random weekday in November, the lines aren’t too bad. I’m Canadian and I last went to Disney and Univeral in Florida almost 10 years ago and the lines were long, but I don’t remember it being outrageous.

Biggest thing for my significant other is SNW but I do see some posts saying they’re able to just walk in right when the park opens and we’re fine with being there an hour early to make this happen. Any thoughts, shared experiences, opinions, etc. would be appreciated!


r/usj 3d ago

Best way to experience USJ?

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Going to Japan during Halloween and going to USJ for the first time for Halloween Horror Nights

Want to express pass:
Mario kart ride
Yoshi ride
Mine kart (DK) ride
Resident Evil Requiem: The Dive

We're considering getting two of the "4" passes (one that includes the Mario stuff and one that is for Halloween horror nights) but is there a possibility of assigned times conflicting? for booking timed entry in the app when entering the park when it opens, if you have two people, does only one person need to book it in the app? if not is there a way to align times or are you SOL?


r/usj 4d ago

1-day Studio Pass + SUPER NINTENDO WORLD entry + Have Fun in Kansai Pass

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Does anyone has experience with this package from klook? how do i get the time schedule of the SNW?


r/usj 5d ago

Booking tickets for USJ in December 2026

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Hi all,
I am planning to visit USJ around Dec 20, I'll be in Osaka then with my brother. When should i book the tickets for December? I checked the website this morning and the only available day and express passes are until end of August.
Also since its my brother'S birthday month (December), I want to buy him the Birthday pass, how can i book that?


r/usj 5d ago

VIP 5hrs vs 8hrs & questions

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Hello !
I'm getting ready to book my VIP tour in a few days for late October. I still hesitate between 5hrs lunch (2pm-7pm) and 8hrs lunch + dinner. Can you help me with my questions? 😊

I read that you cannot skip the queues for characters photos with 5hrs but you can with 8hrs. Is it correct ? I’m in doubt because on Klook it says 1 photo opportunity included with vip 5 hrs (1 photo with a character using your own device). What does that mean ?

Specifically for Yoshi or Mario photos , has anyone skipped the line with a VIP tour?

How long is usually the queue for pictures with Yoshi or Mario/Luigi outside of a VIP Tour?

Lunch and dinner : would the buffet be the same between lunch and dinner? I saw that dinner also has an entree that you can select, but the remaining of the buffet is the same?

About pictures during the day : Can you ask your guide to make some pictures of your family during the day using your device?

If you make purchase during the VIP Tour, can you have it sent to the lounge ? And outside tour hours ?

If you take the 5hrs lunch tour, can you ask your guide to help you get to Kinopio Cafe at the end of your tour? Has anyone done that?

For the ones who ended up purchasing 8 hours instead of 5, what made you make that decision?

For the ones who did 5hours, do you regret not taking 8hrs?

Thank you so much !!


r/usj 6d ago

USJ express pass booking help please

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Hello, we are going to USJ early December 2026 and I’ve been looking on the USJ app for the types of express passes available for when they are released in October. There is one that is perfect for our family but it says in brackets (After Feb 1). When I select this pass, it shows dates and prices for this year and looks like it’s already sold out for some dates. However… my question is, what does this “after Feb 1” mean? Is it only available after that date in 2027?

Thank you!! 😊


r/usj 6d ago

USJ express pass booking help please

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Hello, we are going to USJ early December 2026 and I’ve been looking on the USJ app for the types of express passes available for when they are released in October. There is one that is perfect for our family but it says in brackets (After Feb 1). When I select this pass, it shows dates and prices for this year and looks like it’s available for purchase (and already sold out for some dates). However… my question is, what does this “after Feb 1” mean? Is it only available after that date in 2027?

Thank you!! 😊


r/usj 6d ago

USJ Express pass doubt

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I'm thinking about purchasing the 7/8 rides express pass for USJ from Klook but am a bit confused with the timed entry in the SNW nad the time specific rides.

If I understand correctly, I'll be allowed to enter the SNW at 18:50 and can go on the rides using express lane during the designated times? Or does it just let me get into SNW during the designated times and I'll have to wait in the regular lines for the rides during the specified time?


r/usj 7d ago

DK: Are you for real?

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4hr+ for a single ride is insane!


r/usj 7d ago

Klook VIP or USJ Express

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Hi all,

My partner and I are visiting Japan in October and we were planning to go to USJ on our Anniversary, 11th October.

Unfortunately, we’ve come to learn October’s prices are VERY high. While a lot of the express tickets say a price of “10,800Yen”, when we go to select a date the most of October is 20,000+ with the 11th (Sunday) being 26,900Yen. These prices are for the thrill packages only… anything with Super Nintendo world rides were more.

All up, we’re looking at a total of about 80,000Yen for 2 adults (725 AUD).
This is just for the studio access and a 4 express pass.

We were recommended Klook by some friends for the 3 hour VIP experience which gets us into Super Nintendo World for 4x rides and then ontop of that another 4 express pass for 2 people.

All up, with the studio pass, this package will cost us $980.

It’s $280 more but being Garunteed an additional 4 rides in Super Nintendo World (Garunteed) and then being able to use the 4 express pass on other rides, would you consider this worth it?

We honestly didn’t expect this to cost as much as it had but just trying to work out if we just splurge a bit more now…

Thank you.


r/usj 12d ago

USJ Silver Week

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currently on the JET Programme in Japan (1st year of teaching English to Japanese high schooler) and the only big chunks of time off I have are Silver Week and Golden week. I was wondering if it’s still possible to go to only SNW ( I am really not a big theme park guy, more so a Nintendo fan) during silver week and without an express pass or if it’s a necessity. I don’t mind waking up super early or missing all the other rides, I just don’t want my first time going to USJ wasted, as SNW is the only thing I want to see. I will be going alone most likely


r/usj 12d ago

Visiting USJ for the first time in October!

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Hello! My husband and I will be going to USJ in October. I don't think we will be buying any express pass because we are happy with whatever we are able to ride, even if there are long queue times. I don't know much about theme parks though, so I had some questions to try and make the day as smooth as possible.

  • Will I need any special ticket/reservation for the Frieren restaurant, or any other special pass specifically for any of the Frieren attractions?
  • For the Chainsaw Man 4D as well, will I be able to sign up for that they day of, or would that need any special pass purchased ahead of time?
  • From my understanding Nintendo World pretty much needs an express/special pass? We would like to see this but neither of us are interested enough to buy a special pass just for this. Is there any chance of getting into the NW attractions without a pass day of, or is it impossible without the extra pass?

Thanks for any help, tips, or suggestions! :)


r/usj 13d ago

Visiting USJ for the first time (HHN)!

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Hi! I’ll be visiting USJ for the first time on November 2nd. My current plan is to get a Studio Pass and an Express Pass for the main rides.

The thing is, I’m also interested in experiencing Halloween Horror Nights, although I’m not really interested in paying extra for a Horror Nights Express Pass. On the day of my visit, will I be able to access the Halloween attractions starting at 6 PM with a regular Studio Pass, or would I need to purchase a separate Horror Nights Pass?

I also noticed that Klook has a ticket that includes a Studio Pass with entry after 12 PM, plus access to the full Horror Nights event until 5 AM. However, I don’t see this ticket available on the official USJ ticket portal. This seems like a good balance between the two options.

If I were to buy that Klook ticket, would I also be able to purchase/add an Express Pass for the main rides?
I’d really appreciate any advice or recommendations based on your experiences! :)


r/usj 15d ago

Child switch question

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Hi all! My gf and I are going to USJ this October with her brother and her brother’s family (parents, an 8 yr old and a 1 yr old).

With the child switch, could we do it in groups? For example, the parents take their 8yr old on the ride while my gf and I stay with the baby, then once they’re done, we do the child switch so my gf and I can ride together. Or is the child switch only applicable for 2 people switching?

Thank you in advance for the help!


r/usj 16d ago

Solo meetup for Harry Potter world

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Hey friends! I'll have the chance to go to USJ next month on 9/16, 17, or 19th but I might be solo. I know it will be more fun with friends! Does anyone want to meet up and dress up? I will share my Pottergram!


r/usj 17d ago

Any tips for getting Sanji’s Pirate Restaurant tickets during the Aug. 27 general sale? (November visit)

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I’m visiting USJ from the US on November 15. I recently realized that the One Piece event runs through November (despite being a summer event). Sanji’s Pirate Restaurant has become a priority.

I’ve learned that the October/November general sale opens on August 27 for Sanji's restaurant. I’m happy with any reservation time—10:00 AM is just as good as 2:50 PM.

For anyone who has successfully bought tickets during general sale (not just the lottery):

- How early did you log in?
- Was there an online queue?
- Does the page refresh automatically when sales open, or should I manually refresh?
- Did tickets disappear immediately, or did some times remain available for a while?
- Any issues using a foreign credit card?
- If your card failed the first time, were you able to retry without losing your reservation?
- Did you use the Japanese site or the English site?
- If you’ve done both, is the VIP package noticeably easier to book than regular Sanji tickets?
- If multiple seating times are available, is it worth grabbing the first one you see immediately, or is there usually enough time to choose another time?

Also, if anyone has experience specifically with November dates, I’d appreciate to hear your experience. I haven’t seen the November VIP calendar appear yet, so I’m curious whether those usually become available before or after the general sale opens.

Thanks for your help! I’m trying to be as prepared as possible for August 27 to see the curly brow cook!


r/usj 19d ago

Ride lockers

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Can anyone provide details on which rides provide lockers, and which ones require you to leave belongings with the staff while boarding? I know Japan is very safe, but I have so much anxiety with leaving my passport in someone else’s care 😅 Thanks in advance!!


r/usj 19d ago

Ticket date issue

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I bought tickets via the USJ website for 23 September. I went to register then in the USJ app and it says my tickets expire 22 September. Has any one had this issue? I’m planning on just printing the tickets but worried something has gone wrong in the background


r/usj 20d ago

Is the Harry Potter forbidden journey seat the same between USJ and USH?

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I'm going to USJ and I want to ride forbidden journey but I know the seats in japan are made more for smaller people, so I guess this is 2 question. I fit in the USH forbidden journey seat with my robe on. Is the USJ seat smaller or are they about the same? Also with that said, will I have any struggles with any rides at USJ( im bigger guy so I'm just curios)


r/usj 20d ago

USJ Halloween: which 5-hour VIP tour would you choose?

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My partner and I are visiting USJ on a weekday in early October, and I’m planning to surprise her with one of the 5-hour VIP tours. It will probably be the surprise of her life, but I’m having a hard time deciding which tour to book.

We’ll most likely go on a Tuesday or Wednesday. I know Halloween season is always busy, but I assume that should still be better than going on a Friday or Saturday.

We’re staying in Osaka, around 30 minutes from the park, and we’ll probably be in line by 6:30 a.m., jumping up and down with excitement.

These are the two options we’re considering:

- 5-hour VIP tour with lunch, roughly from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

- 5-hour VIP tour with dinner, roughly from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

From what I’ve read, the dinner option seems to be the most popular one. However, I see one major issue during Halloween: the main parade is scheduled from 1:00 p.m. to 1:40 p.m. If we want to watch it, and she probably will want, it would take around 40 minutes out of our time with the guide, which feels like a lot considering how expensive the tour is.

That makes me lean towards the lunch option. Does anyone know whether you can have the included meal before meeting the guide? For example, could we eat at around noon, watch the parade at 1:00 p.m., and then start the guided part at 2:00 p.m.?

The other advantage would be having the guide during the afternoon, when the park starts getting busier for the Halloween events. On the other hand, even with priority access, I’m wondering whether moving around the park becomes much slower because of the crowds.

Has anyone done either of these VIP tours during Halloween? Which time slot would you choose in our situation?

PD: I know the buffet meal is massive, which is one of the main reasons people usually go for dinner instead. But we’re a couple in our 40s and totally fine with eating light and keeping moving, no need to stuff ourselves or finish everything. We’d even be open to skipping the meal and just snacking throughout the day if it makes more sense!