Universal Studios Japan... ユニバーサル・スタジオ・ジャパン, Yunibāsaru Sutajio Japan

Location: Osaka

This is one of the few Universal Studios theme parks in the world. We came over here during our visit to Japan. We departed from Tokyo during wee hour, which if not mistaken, our bullet train started at about 6.30 am. This means we really woke up very early during that day just to reach our destination.

Once we came here, we went to check-in to our hotel. We made a mistakes, we queue up for a long time in a wrong hotel and when it was our turn to check-in, we were told our name is not in the list. Further checking shown that we book the hotel next to it. What a embarassing moment. Without delaying more time, we quickly went to check in and proceed to USJ.

Weather is not at our side. It was raining that day. By the time we reach USJ, the rain slow down but still dizzling. We went to ET Adventure where we we shown how the movie was made and the character involved. One can see the interview with Steven Spielberg on the set.

Luckily, my brother-in-law bring us around in the park. He has pre-determine the route in the park, and that really save us a lot of time. From one place to another, it will taking the shortest time. We are allowed to take photo in some of the theme park, and some is not allowed.

We went to Spiderman, and have a ride on it. There is a story, and we were sit on a car. It bring us to a story and it is 3D. Whenever a character come out, it just like the character is in front of you. After we came out, the small kid wants to have a ride on it again. So while waiting there, we manage to take more photos around the area.

Next, we moved to Back To Future ride. This is really taxing for me. The car keep shaking and moving around, plus the screen is too near for me. I really feels dizzy and at one point, feels like throw out. Luckily the ride stop at the right time, and I manage to get back my momentum. Of course the younger kids enjoyed the ride, but not for me.

It was street party time by then. All characters from Sesame Street came out and have parade. It was about half an hour show, and really it is amazing. Firstly of course we manage to take lots of photo with the colorful character. The most important is the dancer danced so well. Kids was amazed by the show. Later, we went to Jurassic Park.

We later rushing for our last show of Water World. This is really a show that one can't miss whenever visiting USJ. The effect of the show is marvelous. You will see and hear the thunderous sound of the bombing. The stunt pull up the show. And there is a plane fly out from nowhere during the ending. The sound effect and the performer really did a great job.

At night, before we leaving, there is another parade. It is called Magical Starlight Parade where lot of characters will come out in full force. Not only that, some of the character is lit up with light. Most of the visitors will wait for the show before going back to their resort.

For the visit to USJ, it must be a least one full day to spend. There are few rides that I dare not to take. The only setback is most of the show is in Japanese. If one doesn't understand, then one will not able to laugh together with other tourist. It is also good that it will help to push one to learn Japanese.

The only regret for me in USJ is the weather. It would be nicer if it was sunny day.

One can get more information from: http://www.usj.co.jp/e/