Universal Studios Japan will launch the special event “Universal Cool Japan 2026,” where you can fully immerse yourself in the ultra-realistic worlds of globally popular Japanese entertainment works, starting Friday, January 30, 2026! Here’s a detailed summary of the must-see highlights.
*If you purchase or reserve products introduced in this article, a portion of the sales may be returned to FUN! JAPAN.
Five Major Japanese Works Gather! “Universal Cool Japan 2026”
Event Period: From Friday, January 30, 2026 (End dates vary by attraction)
The ever-popular “Universal Cool Japan 2026” will kick off on January 30, 2026. This time, five titles with overwhelming recognition across Asia will come together.
Detective Conan World
An experience offering the highest level of tension ever will debut, linked to the latest movie “Detective Conan: The Angel Fallen on the Highway.”
Detective Conan: The Escape ~Prologue to the Highway~
This year, all participants become “hostages” in a shocking real escape game. Chisato Hagiwara and Jugo Yokomizo also appear, taking on the challenge of stopping a bombing.
- Event Period: Friday, January 30, 2026 – Tuesday, June 30, 2026
- Location: Stage 18
- Attraction Type: Real Escape Game
Detective Conan Mystery Restaurant
The ever-popular restaurant is powered up with live singing! A new “Mystery × Food × Music” experience! This year, Shinichi Kudo and Ran Mouri, before the birth of Conan Edogawa, appear, and you’ll work together with them to solve a case in this unique restaurant.
- Event Period: Friday, January 30, 2026 – Sunday, May 31, 2026
- Location: Lombard’s Landing
- Attraction Type: Entertainment Restaurant
- Duration: About 80 minutes per session, with timed seating
Detective Conan × Story Ride
This thrilling new story ride lets you experience Heiji Hattori’s motorcycle action through both story and speed.
- Event Period: Friday, January 30, 2026 – Tuesday, June 30, 2026
- Location: Hollywood Dream – The Ride
- Attraction Type: Story Ride
JUJUTSU KAISEN: The Real 4-D ~The Spinning Clock Tower~
The highly anticipated second collaboration features a completely new original story. With 3D visuals and special effects, you’ll be thrown right into the heart of the sorcerers’ battles. Not only Yuji Itadori, Megumi Fushiguro, and Nobara Kugisaki, but also Gojo Satoru and Suguru Geto in their Jujutsu High days will appear in intense battle scenes right before your eyes.
JUJUTSU KAISEN: The Real 4-D
- Event Period: Friday, January 30, 2026 – Tuesday, August 18, 2026
- Location: Cinema 4-D Theater
- Attraction Type: Theater Show
JUJUTSU KAISEN × Story Ride
- Event Period: Friday, January 30, 2026 – Tuesday, August 18, 2026
- Location: Hollywood Dream – The Ride
- Attraction Type: Story Ride
Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End (First Appearance at USJ!)
The worldwide hit “Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End” will finally make its park debut in early summer 2026! Anticipation is high for how the journey of Frieren, the mage who has lived for over 1,000 years, will be recreated.
- Event Period: Scheduled for early summer 2026
Other Lineups
Keigo Higashino’s “Masquerade” Series: “The Targeted Masquerade Ball”
A real mystery show in buffet style set at Hotel Cortesia. The menu will be renewed with Venetian-inspired dishes.
- Event Period: Friday, January 30, 2026 – Tuesday, June 30, 2026
- Venue: Peacock Theater
- Attraction Type: Interactive Real Mystery Show
- Number of Shows: 1–3 times per day (varies by day / some non-operating days)
- Duration: Approximately 130 minutes (including buffet time)
Monster Hunter Wilds ~Moribā’s Banquet~
The first-ever themed restaurant based on the world of the smash-hit game “Monster Hunter Wilds,” which has sold over 10 million copies worldwide, is now open. In a restaurant recreating “Moribā’s Hideout” in the lush Scarlet Forest, guests can enjoy campfire-style cuisine while feeling like a true Hunter.
- Event Period: Now Open – Sunday, May 17, 2026
- Venue: Lost World Restaurant (inside Jurassic Park)
- Event Type: Theme Restaurant
“Universal Cool Japan 2026” Calendar (Planned)
| Event Name | Event Period |
| Universal Cool Japan 2026 | Friday, January 30, 2026 – onwards |
| └ Detective Conan World | January 30 (Fri) – June 30 (Tue) |
| └ JUJUTSU KAISEN: The Real 4-D | January 30 (Fri) – August 18 (Tue) |
| └ Keigo Higashino “Masquerade” Series | January 30 (Fri) – June 30 (Tue) |
| └ Monster Hunter Wilds | Now Open – May 17 (Sun) |
| └ Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End | Early Summer 2026– |
Ticket Purchase Guide: How to Enjoy the Park Smartly
To enjoy USJ smoothly, it’s essential to understand the types of tickets and make reservations online in advance.
① 1-Day Studio Pass (Admission Ticket)
This is the basic ticket that allows entry to the park and use of attractions (excluding some paid events).
- Price: Adults (12 and up) ¥8,900 and up, Children (4–11) ¥5,700 and up, Seniors (65 and up) ¥8,000 and up (all tax included)
- How to Purchase: Available on the official website, or through authorized travel booking sites such as Klook and KKday
② Universal Express Pass (Shorten Wait Times)
This ticket allows you to significantly reduce wait times for popular attractions.
- Benefits: Priority access to popular attractions.
- Note: Must be purchased separately from the admission ticket. Since Universal Express Passes that include popular attractions sell out quickly, early purchase is recommended.
③ “Universal Cool Japan 2026” Exclusive Tickets
Special tickets will also be available to ensure you can enjoy all the “Universal Cool Japan 2026” content.
- Detective Conan: The Escape (Advance reservation required, paid)
- Detective Conan Mystery Restaurant (Advance reservation required, paid)
- Cool Japan Express Pass: A pass that includes limited-time attractions
Detective Conan Mystery Restaurant Ticket Information
- Ticket Price: Adults (12 years and older) ¥7,000, Children (ages 4–11) ¥2,600
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Where to Purchase: Universal Studios Japan WEB Ticket Store
Official Website 👉 Click here
*For details on event dates, tickets, and menu, please check the official website (information will be released sequentially).
*Studio Pass (admission ticket) price is not included.
④ JTB Tours
JTB is a Japanese travel agency and an official travel partner of Universal Studios Japan. They offer a variety of plans that allow you to enjoy popular areas and attractions.
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Benefits: Accommodation plans include an "Area Admission Guarantee Ticket" that allows you to enter popular areas such as "SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™" at a designated time in advance. This is ideal for those who want to enjoy the park in a well-planned way without worrying about crowds on the day.
JTB Official Website 👉 Click here (Japanese only)
💡Advice: For international visitors, it is very convenient to use official partner travel sites (such as Klook, KKday, Trip.com, etc.) where you can enter the park directly with a QR code and pay in your own language and currency. Especially after the 25th Anniversary Parade begins in March, be sure to make your reservation at least one month in advance!
Especially for tickets to "Detective Conan Mystery Restaurant" and the escape game, advance reservation is expected to be required. If you are planning a trip to Japan, we recommend checking the official website's sales schedule frequently and securing your tickets as early as possible.
“Universal Cool Japan 2026” is now underway from Friday, January 30!
Calligraphy: Shishu
Original Work by Gosho Aoyama, "Detective Conan" (currently serialized in Shogakukan's "Weekly Shonen Sunday")
© 2026 Gosho Aoyama / Detective Conan Production Committee
© Gege Akutami / Shueisha, JUJUTSU KAISEN Production Committee
© Kanehito Yamada, Tsukasa Abe / Shogakukan / "Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End" Production Committee
© Keigo Higashino / Shueisha
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Source: PR TIMES (Issued November 26, 2025; December 4, 2025; December 10, 2025)
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