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Universal Studios Japan (Osaka) | Experience with KKday

I’m sure that almost everyone who visited Osaka never missed the exhilarating Universal Studios Japan! Who doesn’t want to experience the thrilling rides, the diverse culture, the great scenery, and the Wizarding World of Harry Potter? Everyone sure does still has the little kid in their own, right?

Which is why I never missed the chance to come back here once again and experience the Universal Studios Japan with my now fiancee, Jane! universal studios japan

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Universal Studios Japan (Osaka)

Previously, when I went to Japan with my friends,  we did not look into the option of buying a ticket online for Universal Studios entry. Finding out how convenient it was, we bought a ticket via KKday , an online booking platform that offers activities at a discounted price.

How to purchase Universal Studios ticket online via KKday?

It’s one of the many things that are often asked from me, but how do I get to book such a cheap ticket?

1. Go to this page –  Universal Studios Japan Ticket. 2. Select the date of your visit. 3. Input how many people are needed to be booked for a ticket. 4. Click Book now, then sign-in and pay.  universal studios japan

With your ticket printed or scanned from your phone, you can use the barcode from your order and pass so quickly to get inside Universal Studios Japan. Yes! Just scan and enter! You don’t need to fall in line to exchange the ticket somewhere else and fall in line again for entry. That’s how convenient it was!

Universal Express Pass

One thing though that I would really like to suggest to you is to buy the USJ Express Pass that they offer. With the USJ Express Pass at hand, you can skip the long lines and head straight directly to the attraction of your choice, unlike with the regular attraction ticket where you will have to wait long hours from 1 to 2 hours, just to get a ride. Waiting is the most dreadful thing to do.

Universal Express Pass costs a little more but you get to save so much time you can probably experience all rides within the day! Check out these USJ Express Passes and enter the express pass of your choice.

Universal Studios Japan Ticket & Universal Express Pass

Remember, USJ Express Pass is the most convenient and time-saving option if you hate waiting in line!

 Here’s what we were only able to ride on using our USJ Regular ticket.

See my previous list of worth-riding attractions in Universal Studios Japan.

1. Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey in 4K3D

So in this ride, we were in line for I think one hour and a half before getting a ride. The line was actually much faster than the last time I rode in it where it took us almost two and a half hours. So yeah, if you could get the Universal Express Pass , that will really help save you a lot of time!

PS: Never forget to buy the Butterbeer!

Even though old and classic, JAWS was still one of the best shark movies ever made. They created a ride to experience the JAWS setting in a span of short time. The boatman or the guides are well-trained and they make the ride more thrilling with action and suspense. I don’t understand them though, because they speak Japanese, but nonetheless, we still enjoyed the ride.

This photo here is after we rode the JAWS and is at the souvenir shop. We weren’t able to take a photo at the giant shark section, but yeah, it was a pretty awesome experience.

3. Backdraft

Our first Backdraft experience was horrible and a complete waste of time (it was an experience on how the explosions and fire in a movie were created) but this year’s Backdraft (Halloween special) was extremely awesome!

This year’s theme was about zombies. After a few minutes of how the zombie breakout happened, it was time to really experience being in the zombie field and you have to work your way out of the maze-like area filled with zombies! It was an exhilarating and so-much-fun experience as Jane didn’t really like being hunted down by zombies or anything that scares the crap out of her. It was really fun! Kudos to the team!

We waited in line for about 30mins as well. They accommodate large groups so the line doesn’t stay that long.

4. Despicable Me Minion Mayhem

I know most of you are a fan of the cute little yellow minions, but I am not. I just wanted to try it out for the ‘fear of missing out’ but honestly, this is not worth our time. Kids may have enjoyed this but will eventually get dreaded by the amount of time you would expend just to experience a ride.

Don’t get me wrong, the ride was okay but not my type and for me, it’s not worth the long wait which we could have used for other and more thrilling rides.

For this particular ride, we waited for more than 3 hours! I really suggest that if you’d like to experience this ride, prepare yourself with a lot of patience or avail the USJ Express Pass .

5. The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man – The Ride 4K3D

Ah! My favorite superhero, Spider-Man! This is a classic Spiderman setup with the new 4K3D technology. Voted as one of the best rides for how many consecutive years. On our visit, I was finally able to catch a ride in it and believe me, it was awesome! A great ride, unlike Despicable Me Minion Mayhem. Lol!

I’m sure you would enjoy riding this especially if you are a Marvel fan or if you know the old story of Spiderman.

We waited for about 30 minutes in here. The line was surprisingly fast.

6. Terminator 2: 3D

The last ride or attraction we were able to hop on was Terminator 2: 3D. This year though is not about terminator. It was about Sadako (of The Ring) for their Halloween Special. It’s quite good for my taste and I also enjoyed it. I am really enjoying when Jane is getting the fright, lol. Maybe that’s just the way the boyfriends are? 🙂

We waited for only about 20 mins as this attraction is like a cinema that can accommodate large groups.

So yeah, there you go! One whole day of fun for six (6) attractions! I really wished we availed the USJ Express Pass !

Note: I really wanted to ride the extreme ones like  The Flying Dinosaur and  Hollywood Dream – The Ride and Jurassic Park – The Ride but Jane didn’t like extreme rides like this. As much as I wanted to go by myself, I don’t want to leave her out just for the sake of me having fun while she’s waiting long outside. Well, for the next time I visit Universal Studios Japan, I will definitely give these rides a shot!

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Tour Itinerary: One Day Trip in Kyoto via KKday

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One-Day Trip in Kyoto via KKday

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T o unwind from the stresses of life and reward themselves for the hard work put in, many Filipinos travel out of the country every once in a while. To experience different cultures and traditions, one of the places frequently visited by Filipino tourists is Japan.

Now that AirAsia already has in the past months mounted flights to Osaka –the airline’s eighth international destination–more Filipinos can now explore the land of the Rising Sun. AirAsia, in partnership with KKday , recently hosted a familiarization tour to Osaka , Japan—the international gateway to connect to other destinations such as Nara and Kyoto. Those invited came from a mix of print media and travel bloggers. Fortunately, Team Out of Town was part of it.

Since some participants were no longer first-timers, holiday expert KKday decided to just sponsor a coaster for us. By having our own coaster and an English-speaking tour guide, we were able to customize our tour itinerary. And unlike joining group tours, we were free to extend time in certain tourist spots without ruining anyone’s schedule.

We were picked up from the hotel where we stayed in by our KKday coaster . We visited Kinkaku-ji (also called the Golden Pavilion) for our first stop. About an hour and a half from Osaka, we reached the temple in Kyoto.

Golden Pavilion

Officially named Rokuon-ji, Kinkaku-ji is a Zen Buddhist temple one can visit in Kyoto. It is one of the most iconic sights in Japan, attracting thousands of visitors every year. Built overlooking a large pond, Kinkakuji is the what remains of the former retirement complex in Yoshimitsu. Throughout its history, it has burned down a number of times. These include once during the Onin War, a civil war which caused destruction in most of Kyoto; and another one in 1950 when it was set on fire by a religious monk. It was then rebuilt in 1955. The admission fee is only 400 yen.

Yasaka Shrine

From the Golden Pavilion, we then proceeded to Yasaka Shrine. Also known as Gion Shrine, Yasaka Shrine is a Shinto shrine located in the Gion District of Kyoto, Japan. The shrine hosts several buildings, including its 360-year-old main hall and its photogenic gigantic red gate.

It was built in honor of Susanoo as its chief kami (god), with his eight offspring deities (yahashira no mikogami) on the west, and his consort Kushinadahime on the east. This religious spot is popular among pilgrims who wish to receive good fortune and health.

Gion District

From Yasaka Shrine, we walked towards the famous Gion district. Situated along Shijo Avenue between Yasaka Shrine in the east and the Kamo River in the west, Gion is Kyoto’s most popular entertainment district dotted with restaurants, bars, shrines, shops, and ochaya (teahouses), where geiko (geisha) and maiko (apprentices) can be found.

Its wooden machiya merchant houses, which were built with facades spanning only up to six meters wide, are some of what tourists in Gion check out.

Nishiki Market

After exploring Gion, we then headed over to Nishiki Market, a narrow, covered marketplace situated in downtown Kyoto. Lined by more than 100 shops and food stops, the market is said to be the place to go to for many of Kyoto’s famous delicious food.

Nishiki Market offers a wide array of fresh and preserved foods. These include different types of pickles, fresh grapefruit juice, yummy grilled meat, mochi, dumplings, sushi, and fish cakes. One can also find high-quality cookware, ceramic wares, condiments, and even souvenirs in the area.

After strolling around the 400-year-old market, our group then had lunch at one of the traditional udon restaurants inside the market. Unlike other markets, business at Nishiki does not start in the early hours of the day. It usually opens at 10 am and closes at 6 pm. And since it can become very crowded, it is best to visit as close to 10:00 am as possible or around lunchtime.

Fushimi Inari Taisha

For our final stop, we visited Fushimi Inari Taisha . Located in Fushimi-Ku in Kyoto, Fushimi Inari-Taisha is the head shrine of the kami (deity) Inari, who is not only the Shinto god of rice and agriculture but is also deemed the patron of business by merchants and manufacturers in the area.

The shrine rests on the base of a mountain Inari which stands 764 feet above sea level. Its 4-kilometer-long trail may take approximately 2-3 hours to traverse. The trail is also where Senbon Torii (which means “thousands of torii gates”), two parallel rows of orange gates donated by individuals and businesses through time, begins at the back of the shrine’s main grounds.

How to get to Osaka via AirAsia

Budget airline AirAsia offers daily flight services from Manila to Osaka through its website. Manila-Osaka flights are available for booking via this link and the AirAsia mobile app. Daily Manila to Osaka flights are set at around 8:30 am and take around 3 hours and 45 mins.

For the latest AirAsia news, activities, and promotions, follow AirAsia on Twitter ( twitter.com/AirAsia ), Facebook (facebook.com/AirAsia), and Instagram ( instagram.com/AirAsiaFilipino ).

Written by Melo Villareal

Melo Villareal is the Online Publisher of Outoftownblog.com. He is an Accountant by profession who left the corporate world at the age of 23 to explore his beautiful country and the rest of the world. Today, Melo works as a part-time Social Media Manager for local and international clients. His full-time work focuses on discovering interesting culture, explore different cuisines and take memorable photos from local and international destinations he's visiting.

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