The Excitement Never Stops at Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter

Introducing the "Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter," located in Nerima Ward, Tokyo.

This large facility offers an immersive experience behind the scenes of the Harry Potter film series. Opened in June 2023 on the former Toshimaen site, it has attracted attention as the world’s second studio tour after London.

🏰 Basic Information

• Official Name: Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter
• Location: 1-1 Kasugacho, Nerima-ku, Tokyo

🚆 How to Access

By Train
• Seibu Ikebukuro Line / Toshima Line "Toshimaen Station": About a 2-minute walk (direct from Ikebukuro Station in about 17 minutes)
• Toei Oedo Line "Toshimaen Station": About a 4-minute walk (about 20 minutes from Shinjuku Station)

By Car
• Nearest IC: About 20 minutes via Mejiro Street from Tokyo Gaikan Expressway "Oizumi IC"
• Parking: Reservation required in advance. Parking can be reserved when purchasing tickets.

🎟️ Ticket Information

• Sales Method: Advance reservation only on the official website. No same-day tickets sold on-site.
• Prices:
• Adults (18 and over): ¥6,300
• Teens (12–17 years): ¥5,200
• Children (4–11 years): ¥3,800
• Under 3 years: Free
• Entry Time: Time-specific entry to avoid congestion; enter during your designated time slot.

🧙♂️ Highlights & Experiences

• Hogwarts Great Hall: Faithfully recreated movie set.
• Platform 9 3/4 and Hogwarts Express: Board the train and take photos.
• Diagon Alley: Reproductions of Ollivanders and Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes.
• Forbidden Forest: Features creatures like Aragog and Hippogriff.
• Ministry of Magic: Large-scale set to immerse yourself in the movie world.
• Green Screen Experience: Film yourself flying on a broomstick; download via QR code later.
• Exclusive Merchandise Shop: Wide selection including Tokyo-exclusive items.
• Butterbeer Bar: Served with original cups.

🍽️ Dining Facilities

• Backlot Café: Movie set-themed interior offering light meals and drinks.
• Chocolate Frog Café: Enjoy sweets and desserts.
• Butterbeer Bar: Serving the famous Butterbeer from the films.

🎒 What to Bring & Notes
• QR Code Registration: Register your experience QR code upon entry; used for the green screen experience and more.
• Luggage Storage: Cloakroom available (free). Large luggage and food/drinks cannot be stored.
• Wi-Fi: Free Wi-Fi available inside the facility.
• Payment Methods: Cash, major credit cards, Apple Pay, and Alipay accepted. Transportation IC cards and QR code payments like PayPay are not accepted.

🗺️ Efficient Tour Route (Model Course)

1. Before Entry: Complete QR code registration and review the overall flow with the brochure.
2. First Half: Hogwarts Great Hall → Forbidden Forest → Platform 9 3/4 → Hogwarts Express.
3. Break: Light meal at Backlot Café.
4. Second Half: Diagon Alley → Ministry of Magic → Green Screen Experience.
5. Finally: Purchase souvenirs at the exclusive merchandise shop.

Studio Tour Tokyo is a valuable spot to deeply experience the world of the Harry Potter films. With advance reservations and a well-planned route, enjoy the magical world to the fullest.

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