Osaka, Japan, where Universal Studios Japan is located, is very hot in summer and cold in winter, so you need to take measures depending on the season you visit!
Summer in Osaka is hot!
There are few sunshades in the parks, and the asphalt is highly reflective, so it is essential to take precautions against heat stroke, especially for family visitors. Wear a hat while in the parks. Be especially careful in the Harry Potter area, where there are few places to avoid the sun. Japanese women often use parasols as well as protection during the summer. While the use of parasols is not prohibited at Universal Studios Japan, you may be asked by staff to refrain from using them when viewing shows. It is important to wear a hat to avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight during the hot summer months.
In fact, Universal Studios Japan allows visitors to bring their own water bottles. As for PET bottles (about 500 ml), each person is allowed to bring one bottle, so it is a good idea to bring one for hydration.
Crews also sell cold drinks in the summer with a sales cart. In addition to drinks, frozen mangoes, strawberries, are also sold.
Bottled beverages are a bit expensive
More and more vending machines are being installed in the park. In FY2016, the price of beverages in PET bottles, which used to cost 200 yen for a 500 ml bottle, was raised to 250 yen. Although they are a little more expensive than those in the city center, your body is your capital if you want to have a good time! You might as well take advantage of it. You should actively use vending machines in the hot summer because you can easily obtain cold drinks.
Osaka is hot in summer but cold in winter
Winter in Osaka is quite cold. Although the temperature rarely drops below freezing and snowfall is rare, it does not mean that it never snows. Snow does accumulate once a year or so. After experiencing attractions such as "Jurassic Park the Ride," if you get wet and wait in line for a long time for the next attraction, you will get cold from the inside out. It is essential to wear a heat pack or bring a body warmer. Also, be sure to bring a change of clothes and other items to avoid leaving your clothes wet. If you don't want to get wet, you can prepare kappa in advance.
Where to escape the heat and cold at Universal Studios Japan
An oasis in Universal Studios Japan during the summer is the indoor playland in Universal Wonderland. The air-conditioned playground is a great place to cool off. Since this is an area for small children to play, it is designed so that children do not suffer from summer heat exhaustion.
Shops and restaurants on "Hollywood Boulevard" are also good places to take a break if you are tired from the heat.
In winter, the "Universal Monster Live Rock 'n' Roll Show" are popular.
The Live Rock 'n' Roll Show is air-conditioned in the summer and heated in the winter, so you can relax and enjoy the show without worrying about the heat or cold.
