National, July 2024
『The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™』10th Anniversary
"The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™" in Universal Studio Japan, Osaka is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, marking a decade since its grand opening on July 15, 2014. To commemorate this milestone, a series of magical experiences befitting the anniversary year will be launched in summers, autumn and winter season. These exciting and enchanting experiences will continue to add a new page to your magical history. The lineup also includes items befitting the anniversary year, such as the “Anniversary Mug Cup” and colourful churritos, which were sold for a limited time in 2020, are back on sale! In addition, a new plant-based Butterbeer will also be available. We hope you will enjoy the 10th Anniversary of “The Wizarding World of Harry PorterTM” to the fullest, as it continues to mark a new page in your magical history together with the current running of “Magical Creatures Encounter”. For the latest Harry Porter and Fantastic Beasts news, visit www.wizardingworld.com.
“Hogwarts™ Castle Walk” [July 15 - December 31, 2024] The long-awaited "Hogwarts™ Castle Walk" will make its return on July 15, offering visitors the chance to walk through the magnificent Hogwarts™ castle, recreated in breathtaking detail along a special route. You'll encounter iconic sights such as the large statue of a Griffin guarding Headmaster Dumbledore's office, a series of talking portraits that stretch up to the high ceilings, and statues that are usually hidden from view.
“Death Eaters™ Takeover” [Scheduled for Autumn 2024] On autumn nights, the path into Hogsmeade™ takes on darker tones, reminiscent of the Forbidden Forest. The Death Eaters™ have arrived, casting a threatening atmosphere over the wizarding village. Witness the thrilling scene of the villagers engaging in an epic battle with the Death Eaters™. As the Dark Mark appears over Hogwarts™ castle, bystanders will find themselves in the middle of the action.
“Hogwarts™ Magical Night ― Winter Magic" [Scheduled for Winter 2024
"Hogwarts™ Magical Night: Winter Magic" returns for the first time in five years, bringing beautiful magic to Hogwarts™ castle. The wizarding world will be transformed with familiar spells such as "Meteorojinx," which will dress the castle in snow, and "Lumos," which will envelop the castle in a warm glow. At the end, everyone chants "Lumos Maxima!” to light the tree at Hogwarts™ castle.
About Japan National Tourism Organization:
Affiliated with the Japan Tourism Agency of the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism, JNTO has effectively functioned as the Japanese government bureau of tourism. It has 25 tourism-promotion-oriented offices across the world and a large network of suppliers for tourism and event services in Japan.
JNTO Website: https://www.japan.travel/en/in/
FB page: https://www.facebook.com/VisitJapan.India
Media Kit: https://business.jnto.go.jp/resource/mediakit/#target/page_no=1
For more information, contact:
Ujwal Sood, Senior manager (Marketting & PR)
Japan National Tourism Organization, New Delhi Office
+91-9811900165 | +91-11-49057650
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