USJ Crowd Forecast for November 2026
Halloween Horror Nights runs through Sunday, November 8, 2026. Very heavy to extreme crowds are expected.
After Horror Nights ends, there is about a two-week gap before the Christmas event. However, in 2026 the BIOHAZARD horror attraction “BIOHAZARD REQUIEM: The Dive” runs through Sunday, December 27, so the park is unlikely to become extremely quiet.
| Visit date | Crowd forecast |
Park hours |
Opening forecast |
Adult price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov. 1 (Sun) |
Extreme crowds | 8:00-22:00 | 7:15-7:30 | ¥11,900 |
| Nov. 2 (Mon) |
Very crowded | 8:00-22:00 | 7:15-7:30 | – |
| Nov. 3 (Tue) |
Extreme crowds | 8:30-21:30 | 7:15-7:45 | – |
| Nov. 4 (Wed) |
Very crowded | 8:00-22:00 | 7:15-7:30 | – |
| Nov. 5 (Thu) |
Very crowded | 8:00-22:00 | 7:15-7:30 | – |
| Nov. 6 (Fri) |
Extreme crowds | 8:00-22:00 | 7:15-7:30 | – |
| Nov. 7 (Sat) |
Extreme crowds | 8:00-22:00 | 7:15-7:30 | – |
| Nov. 8 (Sun) |
Extreme crowds | 8:00-22:00 | 7:15-7:30 | – |
| Nov. 9 (Mon) |
Average | 8:30-21:30 | 8:00-8:30 | – |
| Nov. 10 (Tue) |
Light crowds | 9:00-21:00 | 8:15-9:00 | – |
| Nov. 11 (Wed) |
Light crowds | 9:00-21:00 | 8:15-9:00 | – |
| Nov. 12 (Thu) |
Average | 9:00-21:00 | 8:15-9:00 | – |
| Nov. 13 (Fri) |
Average | 8:00-20:00 | 7:30-8:00 | – |
| Nov. 14 (Sat) |
Crowd | 8:00-22:00 | 7:30-8:00 | – |
| Nov. 15 (Sun) |
Crowd | 8:30-21:30 | 8:00-8:30 | – |
| Nov. 16 (Mon) |
Average | 9:00-21:00 | 8:15-9:00 | – |
| Nov. 17 (Tue) |
Light crowds | 9:00-20:00 | 8:15-9:00 | – |
| Nov. 18 (Wed) |
Light crowds | 9:00-21:00 | 8:15-9:00 | – |
| Nov. 19 (Thu) |
Average | 9:00-20:00 | 8:15-9:00 | – |
| Nov. 20 (Fri) |
Average | 8:30-19:00 | 8:00-8:30 | – |
| Nov. 21 (Sat) |
Crowd | 9:00-21:00 | 8:15-9:00 | – |
| Nov. 22 (Sun) |
Crowd | 8:30-21:30 | 8:00-8:30 | – |
| Nov. 23 (Mon) |
Average | 9:00-20:00 | 8:15-9:00 | – |
| Nov. 24 (Tue) |
Light crowds | 9:00-20:00 | 8:15-9:00 | – |
| Nov. 25 (Wed) |
Light crowds | 9:00-21:00 | 8:15-9:00 | – |
| Nov. 26 (Thu) |
Average | 8:30-21:30 | 8:00-8:30 | – |
| Nov. 27 (Fri) |
Average | 8:30-19:00 | 8:00-8:30 | – |
| Nov. 28 (Sat) |
Crowd | 8:30-21:30 | 7:45-8:15 | – |
| Nov. 29 (Sun) |
Crowd | 8:30-21:30 | 7:45-8:15 | – |
| Nov. 30 (Mon) |
Average | 9:00-20:30 | 8:15-9:00 | – |
Annual Pass blackout dates
November 1–3, 7–8, and 21–23
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SUPER NINTENDO WORLD timed-entry ticket availability and crowds
To enter SUPER NINTENDO WORLD, a free Area Timed Entry Ticket or an Express Pass, or a guaranteed-entry ticket included with a JTB hotel package is required.
The timed-entry ticket specifies when you may pass through the area entrance. On crowded days, your assigned time may be several hours later.
Enter the park as early as possible in the morning and get a timed-entry ticket right after you enter.
Once timed-entry tickets run out, distribution switches to lottery tickets.
The odds of winning a lottery ticket are very low.
See here for how to get a timed-entry ticket and when they tend to run out.
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Attractions with shorter waits even on crowded days
Here are attractions that tend to stay less crowded or have shorter waits even on busy days.
Hello Kitty’s Cupcake Dream
Even on extremely crowded days, waits rarely exceed 30 minutes.
Castle Walk
This attraction lets you walk through Hogwarts Castle and enjoy the world of Harry Potter.
WaterWorld
This show attraction features movie stunts right in front of you in a venue that holds more than 3,000 guests.
Because showtimes are scheduled, you may be able to enter shortly before the show starts if admission has not been restricted.
On crowded days, we recommend arriving more than 30 minutes early.
Attractions eligible for Yoyakunori
For Universal Wonderland attractions such as Flying Snoopy, Elmo’s Go-Go Skateboard, and Moppy’s Balloon Trip, you can get a free timed ticket called “Yoyakunori.”
On crowded days, Yoyakunori distribution may end early. After entering the park, get one early from the Yoyakunori ticket machine near the attraction you want to experience.
Recommended restaurants for crowded days at USJ
On crowded days, lines form at restaurants and food carts too.
When attraction waits are already long, you will probably want to avoid a long wait for lunch as well.
Here are our recommended restaurants for crowded days.
Use restaurant priority seating
Three USJ restaurants let you reserve a preferred dining time in advance.
You can also order an anniversary cake as an option.
This is not a reserved seat. When you arrive during your booked time slot, you receive priority seating as soon as a table becomes available.
On some busy days, you can also register at the restaurant entrance and receive an automated phone call when your turn is approaching, then be seated after a short wait.
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Park Side Grille
A restaurant where you can enjoy authentic aged beef and beer.
Beyond lunch, you can relax in a comfortable setting with desserts such as parfaits.
Recommended restaurants without reservations
Want a quick meal at a less crowded restaurant?
Here are some restaurants that may suit you.
Discovery Restaurant
Because it is located toward the back of the park, it is a relatively lesser-known option.
Mel’s Drive-In
This restaurant is near Hollywood Dream – The Ride, and the stage in front also hosts the singer show Power of Pop.
Because it serves hamburgers, food comes out quickly. Even if indoor seating is full, you can eat on the terrace or in the nearby mask-free zone (the lagoon bench area), making it a good choice for a quick meal.
Recommended restaurants if you can visit at quieter times
If you avoid the busiest restaurant period, around 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., it is easier to get in smoothly even on crowded days.
For popular restaurants, we recommend going during the 11 a.m. hour or after 1:30 p.m.
Happiness Cafe
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