I found the process of visiting Super Nintendo World at Japan quite confusing. I understand why it’s good to have the rules there but they don’t explain it very well. So I made an explainer video which goes through all the 4 different ways to see the world and help anyone thinking of visiting.

How does it compare in California? It feels like quite a Japanese way of doing things (which in general is pretty detailed with lots of rules) so wondering if the USA does a better job at explaining?

https://youtu.be/zYWVNDCuVis?si=nI-Izy--4rfzqELz

Last Fall it was Quantum Leap, but with that cancelled am curious what set you get to visit now in Hollywood.

I would just as soon prefer to arrive after the masses have already entered the gates.

Hello everyone! So my girlfriends first ever butterbeer mug she got when she was a child has gotten ruined with paint. I've tried my best to get the paint off but the stickers are ruined. It is one of her favorite mementos from her childhood so I'm looking for someone or a company to be able to do a restoration for me. Can anyone lead me in the right direction?

Hi! I am meant to be going to Universal Orlando and Islands of Adventure tomorrow with my family, however plans fell through and I'm the only one who's going. I've been wanting to go for years now as I was a pretty big (still am if I'm being honest) Harry Potter and Jurassic park fan when I was in middle school. But now that I'm going alone I have a pretty big amount of anxiety and am debating not going, I have an anxiety disorder and I struggle going to places alone and I'm not sure if it would be fun going by myself. So I wanted to ask here I'd people have gone alone and if you'd recommend it?? If I do go alone is there something I should do? Is it even worth going alone? Any advice/help is super helpful, thanks!

Edit: I am here alone and having a great time!! Thanks everyone for your help and encouragement!

Hi,

I will be going to USJ July 3rd and would like to get an express pass. This is a Wednesday, but it is also the first day of the one piece summer celebration and debut of the summer parade so I am expecting it to be quite busy and want an express pass.

I have looked at both klook and the official site and noticed that I can buy tickets at midnight Japan time 2 months out on klook but cannot buy tickets on the official site until midnight in my local time 2 months out.

This is a difference of over 12 hours and I’m worried express passes for my date will sell out by then. However Klook does not let you select your entry time for Nintendo land and the main site does.

Should I buy on klook and deal with the random express entry time to ensure I can get the express tickets, or will it be ok to wait until I can get them on the official site (which I think will be 4 PM Japan time)?

I know the express passes sell out, but I don’t know how quick and what my best bet is. Any advice is appreciated.

Thanks!

Hi everyone!

I'm sure many of us have at least one or more takes that would get us quickly sent to downvote Hell that we keep inside for that specific reason. I think it'd be fun to air some of that laundry out, so that's why I wanted to try posting this, to see if we can loosen up as a community a little bit.

Lately, I've noticed this sub being incredibly quick to downvote opinions that go against the grain even if they're written respectfully, and it rubs me the wrong way a little bit. When a community is quick to jump on outsiders in the way ours has been lately, it can dissuade people from wanting to join the community, and I think that's harmful in the long run.

We should aim to grow the community when possible since it allows us all to share experiences and gain further insight into how the wider theme park community both inside and outside the core visitors view the park. Perspectives can still be valid even if disagreeable. As long as they're written in a way to not offend or harm specific people, other takes should at least be respected or countered respectfully.

I would like to encourage more positivity (or at least respectful understanding) regarding takes that don't pick on TMs/other people or break community guidelines.

And with that goal in mind, feel free to lay down a spicy take here and read some of the heinous stuff other people have written down for fun (and again, please don't pick on TMs or other guests, and don't break community guidelines). Stay loose and have fun. :)

I know I myself can be a bit prickly when replying to things, but I'm working on changing that.

I'll be writing my own opinion in the comments once I get a bit more time since I have a pretty fat one I want to get off my chest. :)

Does anyone have any idea why Universal has kept this show around for as long as it has? Wikipedia has this show debuting on October 21, 1995, which is almost 29 years ago! I get that this show cost a lot to make, and I also get that lots of people continue to go to it and if it ain't broke don't fix it, but at some point you think they would want to try something new. Do any of you continue to go this show over and over?

Hi everyone,

I’ve been trying to purchase 2 tickets to USJ but I’ve been getting payment errors. Everyone says to use Apple Pay, but I don’t see that option appear at checkout on any of my devices (only credit card and alipay). Any advice?

Heading to China in the summer and I know the Beijing park is one of the things I want to do, aside from the Kung Fu Panda land is it super notable or good compared to the rest?

The title really says it all, but my family cannot decide what is going to be best. A longer trip with no express pass & staying 5 nights at Cabana Bay (06-02-06/07) or staying at Royal Pacific (06/02-06/03 or 06/04) and having the express pass from our stay at the premier resort? If we stay at Royal Pacific we are considering extending our stay at the nearby Hilton Orlando as we are diamond member and have points to use on the hotel.

We are a party of 4. 2 adults and 2 children aged 9 & 14. The 14 year old is a huge Harry Potter fan & the 9 year old loves Jurassic Park/World. They both love riding roller coasters. The 9 year old is 53” so he will be able to ride all or most of the rides by time we take our trip.

We are most excited for Volcano Bay & Islands of Adventure but will be getting the 3 park to park tickets and exploring some attractions at Universal Studios. We LOVE water parks and are very excited for Volcano Bay and the resort pools which is what initially attracted us to Cabana Bay (and obviously the price) but we are now a little concerned about the crowd level during the time of our trip.

Considering the time of year we are going what would be the best option for us? The longer stay and taking advantage of early entry and potentially lower wait times in the evenings and lots of trips to Volcano Bay and the pool? Is the first week of June an ok time to visit without express pass? We are going the first week of June which is supposed to be slower than the rest of the month but will it really be much better?

Or should we go with the shorter stay and express passes at Royal Pacific and potentially consider extending our stay at the Hilton Orlando that is a partner hotel of universal?

I’m an employee of the park and during my morning jog around the studio lot, I passed by the War of the Worlds set to see the new look after the refurb and notice this nice, new Easter egg added to the area where a toy plane crashes to a toy house. Apparently, this isn’t the only Easter egg in the area and the debris is filled with a bunch of Easter eggs of Universal Hollywood’s past. Be sure to be on the lookout when passing by on the studio tour!

I'm not planning a trip or anything. I'm just curious. :)

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I’ve searched the threads for this answer but haven’t found it- does anyone know if the Costco AP has the same blackout dates as the ones purchased directly from US website?

We filed for the card well ahead of the 48 hour requirement. It has been approved for several days now. On the Universal Studios website, it states:

“Once all requirements for IBCCES Individual Accessibility Card are met, a Universal Studios Hollywood Team Member will contact the cardholder to discuss their request for an attraction queue accommodation.”

How will US be able to contact us? IBCCES is completely separate from US and US doesn’t have any of our contact info. We don’t even have our tickets yet. Very confusing process.

Does anyone know if the pokemon no limit merch is still available at Universal Japan? If so what location?

Ah, what a beautiful sunny day in the early 2000s. I was probably 8 years old when my dad took me to Universal for the first time. I was in awe and it we had the greatest time! We are both interested in special effects so of course we had to take a break from all the action to sit down and see the show.

I walked in there an innocent child and I left a completely different person. “Fluffy” scared the absolute daylights out of me and every now and then I think of him. I’ve brought him up a few times in conversations over the years but I’ve yet to meet someone who remembers him. Does anyone have any memories of our terrifying, furry friend?? Tell me I’m not alone!

Just finished the studio tour for pass holders and noticed they didn’t go through the picture cars/jurassic park part. Did they close it off due to the accident that happened on Saturday? Or was it just for our time slot that it was closed?

Does anyone know where I could find a mask similar to Batricia from Halloween Horror Nights last year? Thanks!

Front gate told me it quietly expired last week for new passes 😭

I’m not entirely sure if this allowed, but here’s to hoping that it is.

I have created a Discord server dedicated entirely to Super Nintendo World. I’m hoping it will be a place to chat with other fans, see the latest news about the different parks around the world, and ask any questions about the park.

If you’re interested in joining, use this link:

https://discord.gg/jPjWXHuh2P

My annual pass expires in mid-May and I’d like to see the projections again if possible, but can’t seem to find any info on the schedule. Thanks!

Hey guys,

I'm about to purchase 2 Universal Studios Hollywood Season Passes from Costco so I can visit the park this Saturday, April 27th, 2024.

However, the fine print says:

'First visit is valid only on your registered date. Advance registration of the first visit date is required. Registration may close within seven (7) days prior to (and inclusive of) any visit date. Register for your first visit in advance at www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com/Visit.'"

Does it mean I cannot register because I have less than 7 days left to register?
Has anyone succeeded in registering their season pass a few days prior?

I don't want to commit to spending $300+ on something I'm not sure of.

Please let me know if anyone has insights.

Thanks!