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Universal Studios Japan, celebrating its 25th anniversary, will be holding its winter seasonal event, “Universal Holiday Wonders ~Discover U!!!~,” from Friday, November 13, 2026, to Sunday, January 17, 2027. This winter, the park will offer a special holiday experience that brings families even closer together and wraps up the year with “super happiness.” In this NEWS, we’re introducing special merchandise to help you create unforgettable winter memories.
There will be goods featuring your favorite park friends dressed in Christmas outfits, as well as warm items perfect for the cold season that families can enjoy coordinating together. In addition, there’s a full lineup of merchandise themed around the beloved “Mario Kart,” loved by all generations, so both adults and children can have fun together. Whether you wear matching items with your family or pick out your favorite goods, you can enjoy a winter at the park where your time with loved ones becomes even more special.
Hello Kitty and Snoopy in Christmas Costumes! Original Winter Goods to Boost the Holiday Spirit
Winter goods featuring park friends dressed in Christmas outfits, with a festive red and white color scheme, are making their debut. The must-have headband features Hello Kitty in a Christmas costume, with a fluffy, wintery design—the highlight is that when you wear it, the big bow on the back makes you look extra cute from behind. There are also mascot keychains of Snoopy and Hello Kitty in their Christmas outfits and other adorable items unique to the holiday season. Enjoy picking out your favorite items with your family and soak up the special holiday atmosphere of the 25th anniversary.
Scheduled release date: Monday, November 9, 2026
Warm Snoopy Goods Are Here! Cozy Items for the Whole Family to Enjoy Together
Winter goods featuring Snoopy in a blue and white color scheme inspired by snowy winter scenes are now available. The parkas are perfect for enjoying the park during the chilly season and are also great for winter outings. There are also charms and other items that families can match and enjoy together, making the winter park experience even more colorful. Wear your favorite Snoopy goods with your family and enjoy special moments together at the park, bringing everyone even closer this winter.
Scheduled release date: Monday, November 9, 2026
Family-Friendly Goods Themed on the Popular Attraction “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge™” Are Here!
Merchandise themed around the beloved “Mario Kart,” perfect for families to enjoy together across generations, is now available. The lineup includes T-shirts and caps featuring Mario, Bowser, and other iconic “Mario Kart” characters and motifs, as well as pen cases and mugs that are great for use at home—there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Put on your favorite items and hop on “Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge™” for an unforgettable, “super exciting” family experience that will make you feel like you’re part of Mario’s crew!
Scheduled Sales Start Date: Friday, November 6, 2026
Turn Your Family’s “Super Happy” Memories into a One-of-a-Kind Work of Art: Portrait Art
We invite you to experience a special way to preserve your unforgettable day at the park as a unique portrait artwork. Not only can you capture memories with your family and friends, but if you have a favorite photo, you can also create art featuring family members or pets who live far away. While you wait for your portrait to be completed, you can look forward to seeing the smiles and excitement from your day at the park captured in a special piece. Enjoy making winter memories that bring you and your loved ones even closer together!
Event Period: Thursday, November 12, 2026 – Sunday, January 17, 2027, 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Inside Parkside Grill
* Excludes Thursday, December 31, 2026 and Friday, January 1, 2027
* May close without prior notice
* Depending on the situation on the day, we may not be able to accept your request.
* Please consult with us on the day regarding your portrait request. Depending on the content, we may not be able to accommodate your request.
* We may not be able to accept photos depending on their condition or how the subject appears.
* As a rule, we cannot make corrections during production or after completion.
* Please pick up your portrait on the day of your request during Parkside Grill’s business hours. Delivery service is not available.
* Images are for illustrative purposes only.
Select Your Favorite Sweets! Enjoy a Special 25th Anniversary Bag Filled with Treats, Only Here!
We’re holding a special campaign where you can freely choose your favorite items from a selection of sweets featuring the park’s beloved characters, pack them into a special 25th anniversary bag designed with commemorative art, and purchase them at a great value. Pick your favorites from the eligible products and enjoy creating your own original set!
Event Period: From Friday, November 13, 2026
Location: Kids’ Store
* Ends when the maximum number of bags has been sold.
Reference Materials
Universal Studios Japan’s exclusive 25th anniversary holiday event, “Universal Holiday Wonders ~Discover U!!!~,” will be held to help families wrap up the year “super happily” and bring everyone “even closer together.”
https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000871.000005761.html
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 as well as globally beloved Japanese anime and other entertainment brands, along with 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 “super energized.”
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 over the entire Jurassic Park area, and “Minion Mayhem Ride” in the hugely popular Minion Park, where you can enjoy the Minions’ wild antics, are guest favorites. In “Super Nintendo World,” themed on Nintendo’s game universe, you can unleash your playful instincts with an all-new 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!!!,” delivering a special year where “the you you never knew comes alive” through 25 years’ worth of thrilling entertainment.
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