USJ to Expand Theme Park Site for First Time

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On the 1st, the city of Osaka announced that it is in discussions to lease adjacent city-owned land to the operating company of Universal Studios Japan (USJ, Konohana Ward, Osaka) in order to expand the park's grounds. The aim is believed to be to expand the park's grounds and enhance its appeal by adding new attractions.

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On the 1st, the city of Osaka announced that it is proceeding with discussions to lease adjacent city-owned land to the operating company of Universal Studios Japan (USJ, Osaka City) in order to expand the park's premises. The land to be leased is owned by the city and is located north of the park, with an area of approximately 31,000 square meters.

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[Osaka Prefecture Governor Yoshimura Hirofumi] "We welcome the expansion of USJ. It will be a great plus for the Osaka economy." The plan to expand the site of Universal Studios Japan was revealed last week. According to Kyodo News, the park is considering expanding its site using approximately 60,000 square meters of the adjacent former Nippon Steel factory site. This plan would be the first expansion of USJ's site since its opening in 2001, an…