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Collaborative Tourism Initiatives for Kansai

In a significant move towards regional tourism enhancement, three major players—JR West (West Japan Railway Company), Universal Studios Japan (USJ), and JTB—are joining forces to ensure a continued influx of visitors to the Kansai region following the Osaka Kansai Expo in 2025. 🚄🎢✈️

The Significance of the Osaka Kansai Expo 2025

The Osaka Kansai Expo, set to welcome a multitude of international visitors, has created a ripple effect in terms of tourism demand in the Kansai area. With the aim of maintaining this momentum, the collaboration among JR West, USJ, and JTB is set to capitalize on the excitement generated during the Expo.

This partnership falls under the expansive "Move, Curiosity" campaign introduced by JR West, which aims to stimulate the local economy and foster sustainable tourism in the region after the Expo. Each organization intends to leverage its distinct strengths. For instance, JR West brings a vast transportation network, USJ offers globally acclaimed entertainment experiences, and JTB brings its expertise in travel marketing and product development.

Merging Strengths for Greater Impact

By uniting their unique capabilities, the three companies aim not just to attract tourists, but to create a comprehensive tourism experience that encourages longer stays and deeper exploration of the Kansai area. By combining JR West’s extensive travel routes, the world-class attractions at USJ, and JTB’s marketing prowess, they plan to contribute significantly to the sustained growth of local economies.

Holiday Season Special Collaboration

As part of their collaborative efforts, JR West, USJ, and JTB have announced a special travel package for the winter holiday season. This unique offering showcases their collective talents and aims to enhance the visitor experience during one of the busiest travel periods of the year.

Package Overview

• - Package Name: Journey to Universal Studios Japan with JR for the Holiday Season - Shimmering Winter Christmas
• - Release Date: October 16, 2025
• - Validity: From November 19, 2025, to January 4, 2026 (some exclusions apply)
• - Departure Areas: Hokuriku, Sanyo, San'in, and Kyushu (some exclusions apply)

Special Features:

• - 1.5 Day Studio Pass to Universal Studios Japan
• - JTB Universal Express Pass 1 with guaranteed entry to the 'Super Nintendo World™' area
• - Priority access to in-park restaurants
• - Special ticket for the "Light Up the Night - Christmas Celebration" viewing area

Travel arrangements for this unique package will be handled by JTB, with purchase options available at select JTB retail stores in the Hokuriku, Chugoku, and Kyushu regions, and through phone reservations via JR West’s tabiwa by WESTER service.

For detailed package information, you can visit:

• - JTB Homepage
• - tabiwa Travel Homepage

Ongoing Collaborative Plans

In line with their commitment to tourism growth, JR West, USJ, and JTB plan to launch more special products and offerings in alignment with seasonal events throughout the year. This initiative not only aims to keep the tourism demand thriving but also significantly contributes to the revitalization of the local economy.

Always remember, JTB is the official travel partner for Universal Studios Japan, and JR West serves as the official train partner.

This collaborative effort exemplifies the belief that by working together, they can create an unparalleled travel experience that resonates with both local and international visitors, ensuring that Kansai remains a top tourism destination long after the Expo concludes.