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USJ Limited-Time Events & Anime Collaborations.

Seasonal programs come and go quickly. Check the event dates carefully before planning your trip around one.

SEASONAL EXPERIENCES & ANIME COLLABORATIONS

Only here for a little while.

USJ goes beyond movie rides with unique Japanese anime experiences, Halloween scares and anniversary shows. Pick your must-sees while they last.

Hollywood-themed street in Universal Studios Japan
The Hollywood area at USJ (park scenery, not a photograph of the events listed below).Photo: Christophe95 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · display cropped
DON’T MISS THE MOMENT.

Dates, park areas, and planning tips are below. The people indicators show our editorial estimate of interest—not actual queue lengths. Event availability can change with little notice.

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HALLOWEEN / HORROR

Halloween Horror Nights 2026

Sep 11, 2026 — Nov 8, 2026
LOCATION MULTIPLE PARK AREASBASED ON Universal Halloween · horror originals and movie monsters

A night-time celebration filled with roaming zombies, frightening encounters and specially designed horror experiences. The atmosphere after dark is completely different from the family-friendly daytime park.

BEFORE YOU GO

Some experiences have age restrictions and may require a separate process or ticket. Check individual entries.

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ANIME / 4-D THEATER

Chainsaw Man: The Chaos 4-D

Sep 11, 2026 — Nov 8, 2026
LOCATION CINEMA 4-D THEATERBASED ON Chainsaw Man · manga and anime

Denji, Power and the devil-hunting team collide with terrifying enemies in a 4-D theater adventure made for USJ’s Halloween season. Screens, sounds and physical effects bring the action right up to your seat.

BEFORE YOU GO

Halloween horror content; parental consent is required for guests 12 or under.

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LIVE ACTION / SPECIAL TICKET

ONE PIECE PREMIER SHOW 2026

Jul 30, 2026 — Nov 19, 2026
LOCATION WATERWORLD THEATERBASED ON ONE PIECE · Japanese manga and anime

The world of Luffy and the Straw Hat crew comes to life in a spectacular evening performance with actors, action and special effects. It is a major event for anime fans rather than a standard anytime attraction.

BEFORE YOU GO

Requires a separate reserved show ticket. Check actual performance dates; there is not a show every night.

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ANIME / WALK-THROUGH

Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End — Story Walk

May 30, 2026 — Jan 11, 2027
LOCATION UNIVERSAL COOL JAPAN EVENT AREABASED ON Frieren · manga and anime

Travel into Frieren’s quiet fantasy world and experience moments inspired by the story of Frieren, Fern and Stark. Unlike the loud coasters, this collaboration is about stepping inside an emotional anime adventure.

BEFORE YOU GO

Check the official event page for the exact location and any timed-entry rules.

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ANIME / COASTER AUDIO

Frieren × Hollywood Dream — Story Ride

May 30, 2026 — Jan 11, 2027
LOCATION HOLLYWOOD · HOLLYWOOD DREAM TRACK 3BASED ON Frieren · anime audio story

Join Frieren, Fern and Stark on a dramatic fantasy journey told through your coaster seat’s built-in audio. The ride itself is Hollywood Dream, but the storyline turns the music coaster into an anime adventure.

BEFORE YOU GO

Select Track 3 on the forward-facing Hollywood Dream. This story is not available on Backdrop.

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ANNIVERSARY / SPECIAL EXPERIENCES

SUPER NINTENDO WORLD 5th Anniversary

Mar 18, 2026 — Jan 11, 2027
LOCATION SUPER NINTENDO WORLDBASED ON Nintendo · Mario / Donkey Kong games

Celebrate five years of Super Nintendo World with limited anniversary moments and playful experiences inside the park’s most in-demand themed area.

BEFORE YOU GO

Special anniversary programming can rotate. Confirm the day’s actual activities in the app.

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ANNIVERSARY / PARADE

USJ 25th Anniversary — Discover U!!!

Mar 4, 2026 — Mar 30, 2027
LOCATION MULTIPLE PARK AREASBASED ON Universal Studios Japan 25th anniversary

USJ celebrates a milestone year with anniversary entertainment, special music and extra reasons to stop for park atmosphere between attractions.

BEFORE YOU GO

Parade times and specific celebrations vary by date and may be canceled due to weather.

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ANIME / 4-D THEATER

JUJUTSU KAISEN: The Real 4-D

Jan 30, 2026 — Aug 18, 2026
LOCATION CINEMA 4-D THEATERBASED ON Jujutsu Kaisen · manga and anime

This 2026 collaboration brought the world of Jujutsu Kaisen into a special 4-D theatrical experience. Its run has ended, but it shows why fans watch USJ’s rotating anime lineup closely.

BEFORE YOU GO

Ended August 18, 2026. Included for historical reference—do not plan around it.

Status labels use the current date in Japan, not live ride availability. Editorial popularity is not official or measured wait time. Verify event dates, tickets and show times on the official USJ schedule ↗. Some activities are no longer running.