A quiz to deepen your USJ trivia! Questions that make the theme park even more enjoyable
Universal Studios Japan opened as a theme park where you can experience the world of Hollywood movies.
It’s become popular for attractions like Super Nintendo World and limited-time rides inspired by manga.
In this article, we’ve compiled fun facts about Universal Studios Japan in a quiz format.
Give these questions a try—they focus on attractions and areas within the park, while also helping you learn about the history and trivia of Universal Studios Japan!
A quiz to deepen your USJ trivia! Questions that make the theme park even more fun (1–10)
What originally existed on the land where USJ is located?
- Farmland
- The Sakurajima Factory and the former site of the Sumitomo Metal Industries plant
- Civic Park
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The Sakurajima Factory and the former site of the Sumitomo Metal Industries plant
The area where USJ is located once thrived as an industrial zone, and in particular, it was the site of the former Sakurajima Plant and Sumitomo Metal Industries factories. Before it took on the face of an amusement park, this land played a role in industry—something that might be hard to imagine from its current appearance.
Which characters that are not from the Mario series are in Super Nintendo World?
- Pikmin
- Link from The Legend of Zelda series
- Samus Aran from the Metroid series
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Pikmin
At Super Nintendo World, you can spot Pikmin hiding among the vast array of Mario characters. Pikmin are popular Nintendo characters from outside the Mario series, and their distinctive appearance and gameplay have captivated many fans. When you visit, be sure to look for Pikmin.
Which attraction at USJ boasts the highest top speed?
- Spider-Man: The Ride
- The Flying Dinosaur
- Jurassic Park: The Ride
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The Flying Dinosaur
The Flying Dinosaur is the fastest attraction at Universal Studios Japan. The dinosaur-themed ride lets you experience what it’s like to soar like a flying dinosaur, making it popular for its thrilling, high-impact excitement. Its speed, height, and one-of-a-kind experience captivate many guests who visit.
Why are the buildings in the Harry Potter area tilted?
- Because it's stacked by magic.
- Due to land subsidence
- construction mistake
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Because it's stacked by magic.
The buildings in the Harry Potter area are tilted to express the world’s atmosphere. Their curious, seemingly magic-stacked shapes were designed to immerse visitors in the world of Harry Potter. This unique architectural style symbolizes the power of fantasy, allowing people to experience a magical world that couldn’t exist in reality.
What are the characteristics of the globe at USJ?
- Changes color depending on the time
- Rotating in the opposite direction to its rotation
- It becomes completely transparent at night.
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Rotating in the opposite direction to its rotation
The distinctive feature of the globe at USJ is that it rotates in the opposite direction of Earth’s rotation. While the real Earth spins from west to east, the USJ globe turns the other way—from east to west.
What is the name of the tree that has existed since 200 million years ago in the Jurassic Park area?
- Jurassic tree
- Sequoia
- Ginko
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Jurassic tree
The answer is the Jurassic tree. The Jurassic tree is an extremely rare species believed to have existed since the Jurassic period 200 million years ago, carrying the vitality and history of having survived the age of dinosaurs. Through this tree, visitors can reflect on the era when dinosaurs lived. The very presence of this tree in the Jurassic Park area offers a sense of wonder and discovery, as if one has slipped back in time.
Why is the ground in the Harry Potter area wet?
- Because there is a mechanism that automatically waters (the plants)
- Because the UK has a climate where it rains easily.
- Because I sprinkle water every day for cleaning.
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Because the UK has a climate where it rains easily.
The ground in the Harry Potter area is wet to recreate the rainy climate of the United Kingdom. These subtle details are designed to help visitors experience the world of Harry Potter more realistically.