Mario, I'm coming!! The nanny-level guide to Universal Studios Osaka

It's probably the earliest I've gotten up in the past six months, aside from diving and skiing. Without a doubt, I came for Mario. This is the game I used to secretly play on the Subor game console as a kid, and I've beaten it countless times. The weather forecast was for a cloudy day, but luckily it cleared up in Universal Studios Osaka, which is like a real-life dreamy Super Mario World. Every moment that made me laugh until my muscles hurt, the dopamine was like the coins Mario collects on his way to victory, generously bursting forth. The staff, like NPCs in the game, made every corner full of storytelling. They cheer for everyone when they succeed and even seem more anxious than you when you fail, encouraging you from the sidelines. The simplest comforts in the world, emotions easily infected and moved. Hua told me that Japan punishes every lazy person who doesn't do their homework for fear of losing surprises. But all I remember is how cold it was that day at Universal, yet so happy. Like the parade floats, I thought they would be as ordinary and unremarkable as all Universal and Disney parades. Until we followed the parade and got hyped 3 times with no limit. No one told me that you could actually dance and party with those IPs I've been obsessed with since childhood! If the whole world brings me down, I think, no matter when, I will always be struck by simplicity, cuteness, and the emotional and infectious power of love. After all, who isn't fascinated by a beautifully constructed fantasy world? 🅘🅝🅕🅞 🎢 Tips for visiting: 📱Download the USJ App: Check the queue times for each attraction in real-time and adjust your visit accordingly. 🕒Park opening time: Try to arrive before the park opens to take advantage of the less crowded time in the morning to experience popular attractions first. For example, we rushed straight to The Wizarding World of Harry Potter and grabbed a timed entry ticket for Mario on the way. 🍄 About Mario, you must know: ▫️ Power-Up Band: You can rent a Mario Power-Up Band in advance and pick it up before entering the park. If you want to keep it as a souvenir, you can buy it after entering the park. ▫️ Timed Entry Tickets: Half the people come to Universal Studios Osaka for Mario~ The number of visitors is limited, so it's important to get a timed entry ticket on the USJ App as soon as the park opens!! If you're with a group, you can operate together on one phone. ▫️ Choose your time slot: The Mario area is a one-time entry zone; once you leave, you cannot re-enter. Make sure the time slot you choose for your timed entry ticket doesn't conflict with the park's parade. The dance party atmosphere at Universal Studios Osaka is not to be missed. 🎫 Tickets: Buy your electronic tickets online in advance to avoid queuing on-site. Regarding the 'Express Pass,' it's suitable for those who don't want to wait in long lines—although you'll still queue with an Express Pass! It's just a matter of a longer or shorter wait, Universal Studios Osaka is really too popular. 🛏️ Accommodation: ▫️ Nearby hotels: Staying in a hotel within or near the park is convenient as it's within walking distance, saving time and energy. ▫️ In Osaka city: To save on budget, staying in Osaka city (such as Namba, Umeda, etc.) is also a good choice, with the subway or JR rapid lines providing quick access to USJ. 🚉 Transportation: ▫️ From Kansai International Airport: Take the Haruka express train directly to Tennoji Station, transfer to the JR Loop Line to Nishikujo Station, and then take the Osaka monorail to Universal City Station, which takes about an hour in total. ▫️ From the city: If you're starting from Osaka city, take the JR line or subway to Nishikujo Station and transfer to the monorail. Or take a direct bus, which is convenient and fast.