{"id":56544,"date":"2026-07-11T02:26:13","date_gmt":"2026-07-11T02:26:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/56544\/"},"modified":"2026-07-11T02:26:13","modified_gmt":"2026-07-11T02:26:13","slug":"autumn-events-at-universal-studios-japan-including-15th-annual-halloween-horror-nights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/56544\/","title":{"rendered":"Autumn Events at Universal Studios Japan, Including 15th Annual Halloween Horror Nights"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Universal Studios Japan, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, is unleashing all kinds of autumnal events, including its 15th annual Halloween Horror Nights.<\/p>\n<p>Universal Extreme Autumn ~Discover U!!!~\u00a0<a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/usj-halloween-2026-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/usj-halloween-2026-1.webp\" alt=\"From September 10 to November 8, Universal Extreme: Autumn will be taking place at Universal Studios Japan. It gives the park a special kind of spooky autumnal overlay and overlaps with the after-hours Halloween Horror Nights Event. \" class=\"wp-image-1455515\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>From September 10 to November 8, Universal Extreme: Autumn will be taking place at Universal Studios Japan. It gives the park a special kind of spooky autumnal overlay and overlaps with the after-hours Halloween Horror Nights Event. <\/p>\n<p>Some of the attractions in the Halloween Horror Nights section below are part of daytime park hours at Universal Studios Japan, while others are night-time only and are noted below. <\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-87ff628315e65e1ad810c349dc1dd55b-1200x800-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-87ff628315e65e1ad810c349dc1dd55b-1200x800-1.webp\" alt=\"Minion Beloween Greeting: Meet the Minions in their celebratory \" beloween=\"\" costumes.=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455549\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nMinion Beloween Greeting: Meet the Minions in their celebratory \u201cBeloween\u201d costumes. <\/p>\n<p>Times vary<\/p>\n<p>Venue: Hollywood Area\/In front of Minion Park<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-e85016299d74ed15f9c9220994877e61-1278x1278-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1278\" height=\"1278\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-e85016299d74ed15f9c9220994877e61-1278x1278-1.webp\" alt=\"Trick or Treat: Say \" treat=\"\" or=\"\" and=\"\" lou=\"\" you.=\"\" might=\"\" get=\"\" some=\"\" candy=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455550\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nTrick or Treat: Say \u201cTreat or treat!\u201d to Lou, and you might get some candy!<\/p>\n<p>Park open to 5 p.m. <\/p>\n<p>Venue: Park-Wide<\/p>\n<p>Except Super Nintendo World and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-3027cf319d146f14613f1a42783b5279-3900x2762-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1906\" height=\"1350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-3027cf319d146f14613f1a42783b5279-3900x2762-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455551\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nJaws ~Red Alert~: The Jaws attraction turns bright red, and guests are sent into a deeper, darker abyss full of fog to experience the attraction anew. This attraction overlay goes from September 11, 2026 to January 31, 2027.<\/p>\n<p>After sunset until park close<\/p>\n<p>Venue: Jaws<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-3c9545fa05032491100ecbc35b598369-1460x1032-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1460\" height=\"1032\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-3c9545fa05032491100ecbc35b598369-1460x1032-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455554\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nJurassic Park: The Ride \u2013 In the Dark: Similar to the Jaws attraction overlay, this one sends guests into a pitch-black version of Jurassic Park: The Ride. It runs September 11 through November 8.<\/p>\n<p>After sunset until park close<\/p>\n<p>Venue: Jurassic Park \u2013 The Ride<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-546928edeec35f73267e3f0bc788670a-1200x800-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-546928edeec35f73267e3f0bc788670a-1200x800-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455556\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nHogwarts Castle Walk: The Hogwarts Castle Walk attraction will reopen for the season, allowing guests to wander the halls of Hogwarts. It runs September 1, 2026 through January 17, 2027.<\/p>\n<p>10 a.m. to 6 p.m. <\/p>\n<p>Venue: The Wizarding World of Harry Potter<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-aaec4f3a8d16bef9256f43d0efd4e926-1200x800-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-aaec4f3a8d16bef9256f43d0efd4e926-1200x800-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455558\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nSuper Nintendo World Meet and Greets (September 10, 2026 \u2013 January 11, 2027)<\/p>\n<p>Colorful Yoshi will make his first appearance to celebrate the 5th anniversary of Super Nintendo World. <\/p>\n<p>Meet Mario, Donkey Kong, and other friends. <\/p>\n<p>Hours vary<\/p>\n<p>Venue: Super Nintendo World<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-ab3351fb39763974b80d22809afdbf37-1200x800-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-ab3351fb39763974b80d22809afdbf37-1200x800-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455560\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nPower-Up Band TM Key Challenge ~Invincible 5th Anniversary Version for Everyone~: Celebrate the 5th anniversary of Super Nintendo World with a special power-up version of Bowser Jr.\u2019s Final Battle from September 10, 2026 to January 11, 2027. <\/p>\n<p>Venue: Bowser Jr. Final Battle<\/p>\n<p>Halloween Horror Nights<a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/usj-15th-hhn.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/usj-15th-hhn.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455522\"\/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Starting September 11, Halloween Horror Nights is back at Universal Studios Japan. It is being billed as \u201can unprecedented, extreme horror experience\u201d with street experiences and events inspired by horror games and anime series.<\/p>\n<p>Some of the events that guests can look forward to include:<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-d044ddf60b2a6c50c9f14479026cae82-1200x800-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-d044ddf60b2a6c50c9f14479026cae82-1200x800-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455537\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nStreet Zombies: The largest number of zombies ever will appear in the streets. Guests will encounter hordes of zombies throughout the park.<\/p>\n<p>6 p.m. to park close<\/p>\n<p>Venue: Park-wide<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-baaed94414f79b2203ee39f07cfc29bc-1200x800-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-baaed94414f79b2203ee39f07cfc29bc-1200x800-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455539\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nZombie de Dance\/Special Show: This show will include songs like King Gnu\u2019s \u201cSO BAD\u201d and a medley including Ado\u2019s \u201cUta\u201d and Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS\u2019 \u201cRat-tat-tat.\u201d The final performance of the day includes \u201clegendary songs from the past.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>6 p.m. to park close<\/p>\n<p>Venue: Park-wide<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-8506923517d8720ce9f6023678074fc8-1200x800-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-8506923517d8720ce9f6023678074fc8-1200x800-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455541\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nHalloween Horror Night Academy ~ 15 Years of Screams:  Will showcase 15 years\u2019 worth of the event\u2019s terrors.<\/p>\n<p>Times vary<\/p>\n<p>Venue: Gramercy Park<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-249409813b9f7cfd4a71feb15b06b9dc-1200x800-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-249409813b9f7cfd4a71feb15b06b9dc-1200x800-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455538\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nBiohazard Requim The Dive: This new horror attraction is inspired by Resident Evil: Requim and the series, which began 30 years ago. It is set in the abandoned Renwood Hotel, where guests will encounter creatures from the original game. It will be open from September 11 to December 27. <\/p>\n<p>10 a.m. to park close<\/p>\n<p>Venue: Stage 18<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-3fd2b6b57f3c1b5db0d7595bbbc20c93-1200x800-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-3fd2b6b57f3c1b5db0d7595bbbc20c93-1200x800-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455544\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nSadako\u2019s Curse ~Dark Horror Ride ~: After debuting in 2023, this attraction is making a return. Per the 2023 announcement, this attraction sets guests off in pitch darkness to escape a laboratory which has been plagued by Sadako\u2019s curse. This attraction is open September 11, 2026 through January 4, 2027.<\/p>\n<p>Park open to park close<\/p>\n<p>Venue: Space Fantasy \u2013 The Ride<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-0a330592cc820a04dc9d191aa9bca8fb-1200x800-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-0a330592cc820a04dc9d191aa9bca8fb-1200x800-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455543\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nFactory of Fear ~Zombie Tour of Despair~: Another returning attraction in which guests must escape from a factory that produces zombies. Check out <a href=\"https:\/\/wdwnt.com\/2025\/09\/factory-of-fear-zombie-tour-haunted-house-reaction\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" aria-describedby=\"external-link-warning\">our POV from last year\u2019s event here<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p>10 a.m. to park close<\/p>\n<p>Venue: Stage 22<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-47143386db70630b159d2f405279a03f-3900x2757-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1910\" height=\"1350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-47143386db70630b159d2f405279a03f-3900x2757-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455545\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nKATE PRESENTS \u201cThe Witch of No. 18 ~The Witch\u2019s House Where You Play with Emotions~: This mysterious house invites you to \u201crelease your emotions\u201d and is being done in collaboration with the makeup brand KATE. You must escape the house where four witches reside. <\/p>\n<p>9 a.m. to park close<\/p>\n<p>Venue: Stage 18<\/p>\n<p>Start times may vary by day<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-bcb3bb80b56c3642de51aa0dfd1b5ef6-1200x800-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-bcb3bb80b56c3642de51aa0dfd1b5ef6-1200x800-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455546\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nChainsaw Man The Chaos 4-D: The show takes over Cinema 4-D with an original storyline. Denji, Aki, Power, and Kobeni all appear. The four characters fight the Halloween Horror Nights Demon, who is leading an army of zombies. <a href=\"https:\/\/wdwnt.com\/2024\/09\/chainsaw-man-4d-hhn-2024-universal-studios-japan\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" aria-describedby=\"external-link-warning\">It premiered in 2024.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Park open to park close<\/p>\n<p>Venue: Cinema 4-D Theater<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-659bac1e17915e0a8ed87a5edd8d5acb-1940x2700-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"970\" height=\"1350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-659bac1e17915e0a8ed87a5edd8d5acb-1940x2700-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455547\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nSmileys Happy Halloween Greeting: This show, which premiered last year, features the mascot character Smiley whose life\u2019s purpose is to scare his guests.<\/p>\n<p>Times vary<\/p>\n<p>Near the Cinema 4-D Theater<\/p>\n<p><a data-fslightbox=\"1\" data-type=\"image\" aria-label=\"Open fullscreen lightbox with current image\" href=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-a04cc9b45286b3e34d14a8165e1ce08d-3402x2268-1.webp\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1950\" height=\"1300\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/japan\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/5761-850-a04cc9b45286b3e34d14a8165e1ce08d-3402x2268-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1455548\"\/><\/a><br \/>\nChainsaw Man \u00d7 Hollywood Dream \u2013 The Ride ~IRIS OUT~ AND Zombie de Dance \u00d7 Hollywood Dream \u2013 The Ride: Featuring \u201cIRIS OUT\u201d by Kenshi Yonezu, the theme song for the theatrical version of Chainsaw Man Reze Arc, and Zombie de Dance will have a special overlay for the event.<\/p>\n<p>Park open to park close<\/p>\n<p>Venue: Hollywood Dream \u2013 The Ride ~Backdrop~<\/p>\n<p>Special viewing area tickets and express passes will be available to purchase for Halloween Horror Nights on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.usj.co.jp\/web\/en\/us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" aria-describedby=\"external-link-warning\">Universal Studios Japan website <\/a>starting July 14. Tickets for the special viewing area for Halloween Horror Nights Academy ~15 Years of Screams~ are \u00a52,100. <\/p>\n<p>More extras will also be available, including student discounts and VIP passes. <\/p>\n<p>Will you be checking out these events? Let us know on social media. <\/p>\n<p>For more Universal Studios news from around the world, follow Universal Parks News Today on <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/UniNewsToday\" target=\"_blank\" aria-describedby=\"external-link-warning\">Twitter<\/a>, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/UniversalParksNewsToday\" target=\"_blank\" aria-describedby=\"external-link-warning\">Facebook<\/a>, and <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/uninewstoday\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-describedby=\"external-link-warning\">Instagram<\/a>. 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