Best Five Awesome Theme Parks in Japan to Add to Your Travel Plan!
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It is said that Japan is one of the countries with the most theme parks
in the world. Here, among others, we will present 5 large theme parks,
which are very popular not only among the Japanese, but also among
tourists.
1. Tokyo Disney Resort
The Tokyo Disney Resort features two contiguous
theme parks designed based on two different themes: "Tokyo Disneyland"
and "Tokyo DisneySea". Even when looking at the whole world, two
different theme parks adjacent to one another, is something quite rare.
The
most popular attractions in Tokyo Disneyland are the "Big Thunder
Mountain" and the "Splash Mountain." The "Tokyo Disneyland Electrical
Parade," which is held every night, is also a must-see.
Tokyo
DisneySea is based around the seven ports, and visitors can enjoy its
different characteristics. The most popular attractions are the "Tower
of Terror," a haunted hotel where paranormal phenomena occur, and the
"Indiana Jones (R) Adventure: Temple of the Crystal Skull," a ride-on
attraction on an off-road vehicle. In addition, alcoholic drinks are
available for purchase in Tokyo DisneySea, which makes it more of a
theme park for adults.
Visiting both parks in one day is rather
difficult, so we recommend staying overnight in a hotel if you want to
enjoy them both.
Tokyo Disneyland
Tokyo DisneySea
1. Tokyo Disney Resort
2. Universal Studios Japan
In 2014, "Universal Studios Japan (USJ)" recorded
the largest number of visitors since its opening. Among its attractions,
the "Wizarding World of Harry Potter," which opened in the summer of
2014, is especially popular. The "Harry Potter And The Forbidden Journey
(TM)", which became the first and only 3D ride in the world within a
year from its opening, allows visitors to enjoy the world of Harry
Potter to the fullest, flying around the world of magic.
"Universal
Cool Japan 2016," which gathers together five world-class major brands
of Japan as an attraction, is scheduled to be held from January 15th
2016 (Fri). Likewise, this theme park will always provide visitors with a
kind of excitement they cannot experience anywhere else.
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2. Universal Studios Japan
3. FUJI-Q HIGHLAND
"FUJI-Q HIGHLAND" is a must-visit for all those
who love rollercoasters. Do not miss the "Takabisha," a rollercoaster
with a steep drop of 121 degrees at its maximum, the "Eejanaika," the
rollercoaster with the highest total number of spins in the world, and
the "DODONPA," which reaches a speed of 172 km/h in 1.8 seconds from the
start. Here you can also enjoy many of the scariest attractions in
Japan: the "Super Scary Labyrinth of Fear," a walk-through haunted house
takes 50 minutes to find your way out. The park is located at the base
of Mt. Fuji, so the view from the attractions is amazing too! It is
easily accessible by highway express bus from Shinjuku, a 1hour 40
minute ride, which makes it possible to host day trips to FUJI-Q
HIGHLAND from Tokyo.
3. FUJI-Q HIGHLAND
4. Huis Ten Bosch
Huis Ten Bosch, located in Sasebo, Nagasaki, is
the largest theme park in Japan that recreates an European townscape.
Thanks to its variety of illuminations, it has ranked number one in the
national illumination rankings for 3 consecutive years. It became the
largest illumination in the world in 2015, with 13 million bulbs.
Seasonal flowers bloom all throughout the year across the vast premises
of the park, creating sceneries unable to see anywhere else. Other
things worth noting are the "ONE PIECE" attraction based on the
internationally popular anime, other attractions using the latest
technology and the Huis Ten Bosch Opera Company.
Or how about staying
at the "Strange Hotel," the first robot hotel in the world, and
spending a few days in the park to enjoy it to the fullest?
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4. Huis Ten Bosch
5. Sanrio Puroland
"Sanrio Puroland" is the place for you, if you are
looking for a place to enjoy the "kawaii" world of the internationally
popular Sanrio characters like Hello Kitty and My Melody. The park is
celebrating its 25th anniversary this December 2015, and is offering
special events and merchandise, and food menus that may be just too cute
to eat. Sanrio Puroland is conveniently located, just about half an
hour train ride from Shinjuku, which makes it easily accessible for
families with small children too.
5. Sanrio Puroland
New attractions are being created every year
in Japanese theme parks, and they also offer a wide array of events so
that there's a new excitement every time you visit. How about visiting
one of these family-friendly Japanese theme parks when you come to
Japan?
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