6 Best Rides at Universal Studios Japan

It’s no secret that Universal Studios Japan is one of the coolest places in Japan. Jam-packed with over 60 rip-roaring, heart-racing, movie-themed attractions, this iconic theme park in Osaka can’t be missed if you’re heading to Japan. Since it’s one of Osaka's most popular tourist spots, you can expect heaps of fun, thrilling rides…and long lines. 

But don’t stress! We’ll help you make the most of your visit with these six best rides in Universal Studios Japan that are worth lining up for—scroll down.

Ba-ba-ba-ba-ba-na-nana, we’re going bananas over at Minion Park! The Despicable Me: Minion Mayhem is among the newest rides in Universal Studios Japan that’ll have you blasting off to outer space. The 25-minute 3D simulator ride starts off at Gru’s Lab, where you’ll meet Gru himself, Margo, Edith, and Agnes. Then, dash through the air and go round and round in space, so save the snacks after the ride!

Who else fancied playing Mario Kart on their Nintendo DS (or Switch) before? We know we did, and Universal Studios Japan’s Mario Kart: Koopa’s Challenge offers a sweet taste of that childhood nostalgia! By bringing to life this Nintendo classic, you’ll step inside Bowser’s Castle and race against your best mates in a real-life Mario Kart obstacle course.

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Thrill hunters, look no further! Space Fantasy - The Ride will embark you on an intergalactic expedition to save the sun. This indoor rollercoaster ride in Universal Studios Japan is a crowd fave, combining VR experience with high-spinning rollercoaster action. In this four-minute-long adventure, you’ll spot the brightly-coloured planets while dodging asteroids on the way!

Did you know dinosaurs ruled not only the land but also the skies? Some of these ferocious reptiles, such as the Pteranodon, come with wings to easily hunt their prey—and, lucky you, you get to ride one in Universal Studios Japan! Inside Jurassic Park, you’ll climb aboard the world’s longest flying coaster, the Flying Dinosaur, where you’ll soar and spin 360 degrees above the park’s skyline. 

When it comes to classics, you can never go wrong with the Hollywood Dream - The Ride, a smooth, non-inverting rollercoaster ride packed with vertical drops and adrenaline-inducing backward motions that’ll make you scream and hurl! Though the best thing yet, you can groove through music while zooming at top speeds. Whether it’s Taylor Swift’s Shake it Off or the One Piece soundtrack, this Universal Studios Japan ride puts a fun twist! 

After a day of thrilling rides in Universal Studios Japan, wind down with Yoshi’s Adventure. This relaxing attraction is one that the entire fam can enjoy as it takes you on a spectacular egg hunt with Yoshi around the Mushroom Kingdom. During this whimsical ride, you’ll also spot some of your fave Super Mario characters — from Captain Toad to Princess Peach! 

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You can grab your 1-day Studio Pass from Klook and enjoy instant confirmation on your booking! If you wish to spend more time in Universal Studios Japan, 1.5-day and 2-day Studios Passes are also available.