Inescapable, Despair-Inducing Terror Draws Near! This Year, Experience Horror on an Unprecedented Scale!
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Universal Studios Japan, celebrating its 25th anniversary, has announced that it will hold its autumn seasonal event, “Universal Extreme Autumn ~Discover U!!!~,” from Thursday, September 10 to Sunday, November 8, 2026.
This autumn, marking the park’s 25th anniversary, also sees the 15th anniversary of “Halloween Horror Nights” [starting Friday, September 11, 2026], an event that has evolved in quality and scale every year since its debut in 2011. With its overwhelming worlds and innovative entertainment, it has established “horror” as a new theme for autumn leisure in Japan. In this milestone year of 2026, the event will evolve into a horror experience where inescapable, despair-inducing terror surges forth, pushing everything to unprecedented extremes.
A new season of “despair-inducing terror” is about to begin.
Everything is Unprecedented, Everything is Unexplored. Evolving into the Ultimate Horror Experience. “Halloween Horror Nights” [Event Period: Friday, September 11 – Sunday, November 8, 2026]
This year marks the 15th anniversary of “Halloween Horror Nights.” The event will feature a lineup of otherworldly terror, from street experiences that unfold throughout the park, to collaborations with globally popular survival horror games and hit anime series from Japan and abroad, all coming together at once.
The 15th anniversary of “Halloween Horror Nights” will elevate autumn leisure in Japan to a new dimension, achieving further evolution through the ultimate horror experience.
“Street Zombies”
This year, the largest number of zombies in history will appear, unfolding in a new story packed with 15 years’ worth of terror. The familiar park scenery will be ravaged by hordes of zombies, transforming everything in sight into a landscape of fear on an unprecedented scale.
“Zombie de Dance” / Special Show
At “Zombie de Dance,” you can get hyped to King Gnu’s hit song “SO BAD,” and at the end of each day, a special medley will revive popular collaboration tracks from past years, including Ado’s “Show” and “Rat-tat-tat” by Sandaime J SOUL BROTHERS. In addition, zombies and horror legends who have plunged guests into terror throughout the history of “Halloween Horror Nights” will gather for the special show “Halloween Horror Night Academy ~15 Years of Screams~,” a performance packed with 15 years’ worth of terror and madness.
New Attraction: “Resident Evil Requiem: The Dive”
A brand-new horror attraction will debut in collaboration with “Resident Evil Requiem,” the latest installment in the world-renowned survival horror game series, which celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. Set in the memorable abandoned “Renwood Hotel” and sanatorium scenes from the original game, guests will be attacked from all directions by terrifying creatures. The relentless, unpredictable terror never lets up, pushing you to the very limits of fear.
*This attraction will be available from Friday, September 11 to Sunday, December 27, 2026.
Other Diverse Horror Attractions at “Halloween Horror Nights”
Returning this year is the scream-inducing ride “Sadako’s Curse: Dark Horror Ride,” which debuted in 2023. Also featured are the chilling zombie factory “Factory of Fear: Despair Zombie Tour,” the innovative “KATE PRESENTS: The Witch of Block 18 ~The Witch’s Mansion of Emotions~,” created in collaboration with the global makeup brand KATE and offering a new way to unleash your emotions, and the popular anime collaboration “Chainsaw Man: The Chaos 4-D.” There’s also “Smilies’ Happy Halloween Greeting,” where characters leap from the 4-D attraction onto the streets, and the backward coaster “Hollywood Dream – The Ride: Backdrop,” now featuring “IRIS OUT” by Kenshi Yonezu, the theme song from the Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc movie. In addition, “Zombie de Dance × Hollywood Dream – The Ride” brings back classic tracks for a thrilling ride experience. A wide variety of horror content unique to this anniversary year will be on offer.
Details about “Universal Extreme Autumn ~Discover U!!!~” and “Halloween Horror Nights” will be announced at a later date on the official Universal Studios Japan website.
“Universal Extreme Autumn ~Discover U!!!~” Program List [Event Period: Thursday, September 10 – Sunday, November 8]
“Halloween Horror Nights” Details Event Period: Friday, September 11 – Sunday, November 8
*Excluding some attractions
Street Zombies ＜POWER UP!＞
Everyone infected. An unprecedented hell swarming with zombies appears
＜Location＞Park-wide (excluding some areas)
＜Time＞18:00 – Park Close
Sponsored by: NTT DOCOMO, INC.
Resident Evil: Requiem – The Dive ＜NEW!＞
Creatures attack from all directions! Scream in terror at the unpredictable horror
＜Location＞Stage 18
＜Time＞10:00 – Park Close
＜Event Period＞Friday, September 11 – Sunday, December 27
*Event period may change
Zombie de Dance
Join the 15th anniversary zombie party of Halloween Horror Nights. Lose yourself and dance wildly.
＜Location＞Park-wide (excluding some areas)
＜Time＞18:00 – Park Close
Sponsored by: NTT DOCOMO, INC.
Playback Zombie de Dance ~Halloween Horror Nights 15th Anniversary~ ＜NEW!＞
Legendary nostalgic numbers appear exclusively in the final show of the day! ＜Location＞Park-wide (excluding some areas)
＜Time＞Final show on days when “Zombie de Dance” is held
*Start time varies by day
Halloween Horror Nights Academy ~15 Years of Screams~ ＜NEW!＞
Dance together! Scream your heart out! 15 years of terror, all in one place.
＜Location＞Gramercy Park
＜Time＞Start time varies by day
Factory of Fear ~Despair Zombie Tour~
Ultimate terror with no escape! Step into the chilling zombie factory
＜Location＞Stage 22
＜Time＞10:00 – Park Close
Sadako’s Curse ~Dark Horror Ride~
Flee from Sadako’s curse. The terrifying ride that plunges you into darkness returns.
*Event dates are subject to change
KATE PRESENTS “The Witch of 18th Avenue: The Mansion Where Emotions Play”
Unleash the “me I’ve never seen before.”
*Start times vary by day
Chainsaw Man: The Chaos 4-D
Overcome your fear and face the devils. The ultimate experience that plunges you into the world of “Chainsaw Man” is here.
Smilies’ Happy Halloween Greeting
Meet the stars of Halloween Horror Nights!
Chainsaw Man × Hollywood Dream – The Ride: IRIS OUT ＜NEW!＞
The theme song “IRIS OUT” by Kenshi Yonezu from the Chainsaw Man: Reze Arc movie appears on the thrilling backward coaster!
Zombie de Dance × Hollywood Dream – The Ride ＜NEW!＞
Past Zombie de Dance songs are now featured on this exhilarating ride. Experience the ultimate thrill!
Universal Extreme Autumn: Discover U!!! Event Details Event Period: Thursday, September 10 – Sunday, November 8
Minion “Belloween” Greeting
Meet Minions in their special Halloween costumes, only available now!
Trick-or-Treat Throughout the Park
Say "Trick or Treat!" to the crew! You'll get some adorable candy!
*Excluding Super Nintendo World and The Wizarding World of Harry Potter
25th Anniversary "Discover U!!!" Special Autumn Programs and Other Events
The ever-popular attraction "Jaws" gets a limited-time upgrade after sunset
Shrouded in deeper darkness and thick fog, the moment the giant shark appears, everything around you turns bright red! Experience a boat tour with maximum tension, available for a limited time only!
Jaws ~Red Alert~
Jurassic Park – The Ride: In the Dark
Now, descend into the pitch-black abyss—an unpredictable boat tour awaits.
"Hogwarts™ Castle Walk" is back!
Put on your favorite house robe or scarf and gather at Hogwarts™ Castle with everyone!
Hogwarts™ Castle Walk
Super Nintendo World 5th Anniversary: New Programs Starting This Fall
Colorful Yoshis make their first appearance at the greeting event!
At the festive "Super Nintendo World" celebrating its 5th anniversary, a special limited-time greeting event will make the celebration even more exciting! Pink Yoshi and Light Blue Yoshi will make their park debut, welcoming guests with their adorable presence. Plus, "Bowser Jr. Final Battle" will be powered up for the 5th anniversary, making it even easier to take on the challenge!
Meet & Greet
Meet Mario, Donkey Kong, and friends! For the 5th anniversary, you can meet colorful Yoshis and their friends for a limited time!
Power-Up Band™ Key Challenge: 5th Anniversary Invincible Version
Powered up for the 5th anniversary! Take on the ever-popular battle in invincible mode!
Various Tickets and Express Passes to “Definitely” Enjoy a Horror Experience Where Everything Is Off the Charts
Special viewing area tickets are now on sale, allowing you to get up close to the special event “Halloween Horror Night Academy: 15 Years of Screams,” where 15 years’ worth of nightmares gather for an extraordinary celebration!
- Ticket Name: “Halloween Horror Night Academy: 15 Years of Screams” Special Viewing Area Ticket
- Viewing Location: Gramercy Park
- Sales Period: Sales start from July 14, 2026 (Tue) around 12:00
- Sales Location: Official website
- Sales Price: 2,100 yen (tax included) and up *Prices vary depending on the admission date
Exclusive Benefits for Universal Prime Annual Pass Standard Start Now!
One of the benefits of the Universal Prime Annual Pass Standard, the “Blackout Date Discount,” is now even better in celebration of the 25th anniversary! On blackout dates for the Annual Pass Standard, you can purchase a “1-Day Studio Pass” at 50% off (limited-time offer). Don’t give up even on blackout dates! This is a special benefit that allows you to enter at a great price.
- Sales Period: July 15, 2026 (Wed) around 12:00 – December 31, 2026 (Thu)
- Eligible Admission Dates: Blackout dates for Universal Prime Annual Pass Standard from September 12, 2026 (Sat) to December 31, 2026 (Thu)
- Benefit: Purchase a “1-Day Studio Pass” (on blackout dates) at half price
Students Get 1,000 Yen Off for a Limited Time! Scream Together with Friends for the Ultimate Horror Experience at the End of Summer Vacation!
A special student-only pass is now available, offering a 1,000 yen discount off the regular price of the “1-Day Studio Pass”!
At the most terrifying 15th anniversary “Halloween Horror Night,” where the largest number of ultra-violent zombies ever roam, scream with your friends and make the most of the end of summer vacation!
- Ticket Name: [Autumn Limited] 1-Day Student Discount Pass
- Sales Period: Sales start from July 10, 2026 (Fri) around 12:00
- Eligible Admission Period: September 10, 2026 (Thu) – September 30, 2026 (Wed)
- Eligible Persons: University students (including graduate students), junior college students, vocational school students, high school students, junior high school students
*Must present a valid student ID or school ID - Sales Locations: Official website, JTB stores
- Sales Price: 1,000 yen off the regular price of the “1-Day Studio Pass”
*Limited quantities available. Prices, details, and sales periods are subject to change without notice.
Cut Down Your Wait Time! Limited-Time Express Passes Now Available!
Shorten your wait time and enjoy four attractions smoothly, including limited-time attractions for “Halloween Horror Night.”
- Sales Period: Sales start from July 14, 2026 (Tue) around 15:00
- Sales Locations: Official website, Lawson Ticket (website)
- *For details, please check the official website
- Sales Price: 11,800 yen (tax included) and up *Prices vary depending on the admission date
Ticket Information: Universal Express Pass 4
– Halloween Set “Resident Evil: Requiem” The Dive –
Ticket Information: Universal Express Pass 4
~Halloween Set Chainsaw Man: The Chaos 4-D~
Ticket Information: Universal Express Pass 4
~Halloween Set Factory of Fear: Despair Zombie Tour~
Additional ticket types for the limited-time Halloween event Express Pass are scheduled to go on sale. Details will be announced later on the official Universal Studios Japan website.
A special “Universal VIP Experience” tour, guided by a dedicated host and offering a smooth attraction experience, now features a limited “Halloween Horror Nights” tour!
For a limited time this autumn, the special 25th Anniversary VIP Tour includes a guided tour of “Halloween Horror Nights” attractions and exclusive Hamikuma merchandise!
Tour Name: Universal VIP Experience Group Tour ~ 25th Anniversary Special “Halloween Horror Nights” ~
Sales Period: Sales begin around 12:00 PM on Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Sales Location: Official website
*For details, please check the official website
Price: 24,000 yen~ (tax included)
About Universal Studios Japan
Universal Studios Japan is part of the Comcast NBCUniversal Group. Universal Studios Japan has established itself as a major landmark in the world of entertainment and leisure, attracting guests not only from Japan but from around the world. The park offers world-class entertainment, including authentic attractions and shows themed on popular Hollywood movies and globally renowned entertainment brands such as Japanese anime, as well as seasonal events that guests can fully enjoy. Through unforgettable experiences of “super excitement and super emotion” found only here, every guest can break out of their shell and feel truly energized in this special place.
Since opening in 2001, the park has continued to innovate. “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” has achieved immense popularity, while “The Flying Dinosaur,” a groundbreaking flying coaster that soars through the entire Jurassic Park area, and “Minion Park,” where guests can enjoy the unpredictable chaos of the Minions in “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem,” are also major draws. In “Super Nintendo World,” themed on Nintendo’s game universe, guests can unleash their playful instincts with an unprecedented interactive experience. Universal Studios Japan continues to deliver the world’s best entertainment and is constantly evolving and growing. In 2026, the park’s 25th anniversary theme is “Discover U!!!” and we will deliver a special year where “a new you you’ve never known comes alive” through 25 years’ worth of thrilling entertainment.
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MINIONS TM & (C) 2026 Universal Studios.
(C) Nintendo
TM & (C) Universal Studios & Amblin Entertainment
JAWS TM & (C) 2026 Universal Studios
(C)Sony Music Labels Inc.
(C)rhythm zone
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(C)CAPCOM
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(C) 2025 MAPPA/Chainsaw Man Project (C)Tatsuki Fujimoto/Shueisha
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(C)KADOKAWA
KATE
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