Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay (Location: 1-13-11 Nanko-Kita, Suminoe-ku, Osaka City; General Manager: Shinya Taguchi), an urban resort hotel located in the Osaka Bay Area, is pleased to announce its affiliation as an Associate Hotel of Universal Studios Japan, one of Japan's leading theme parks.

Our hotel, located in the Osaka Bay Area, began operations in July 2023 and has since undergone extensive renovations of over 400 guest rooms. It has contributed to the Osaka Bay Area as a tourism hub, serving as a large resort hotel adjacent to Yumeshima, where the Osaka-Kansai Expo will be held. With this new affiliation as an Associate Hotel, guests will enjoy smooth access to Universal Studios Japan, allowing us to propose new leisure experiences that combine a high-quality hotel stay with theme park enjoyment.

① [Smart Travel Planning] Sales of Accommodation Plans with Studio Passes Begin Exclusive plans combining accommodation and Studio Passes are now available. This resolves common issues such as "I booked the hotel but forgot to buy Studio Passes" or "It's troublesome to book separately." By securing tickets simultaneously with accommodation reservations, the burden of pre-travel preparations is reduced.

② [Peace of Mind on the Day] Studio Passes Available for Purchase at the Hotel For hotel guests only, 1-Day Studio Passes can be purchased at a dedicated counter within the hotel. Even if a sudden decision is made to visit the park, guests can conveniently complete their preparations at the hotel before departure.

③ Free Shuttle Bus Service Between the Hotel and the Park Avoid transfers on public transportation and crowds, and travel to the park while seated. A free shuttle bus service will operate from the hotel entrance to Universal Studios Japan (Sakurajima 3rd Parking Lot). This ensures stress-free travel for families with children and for guests returning with increased luggage from souvenirs.

Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay ⇔ Universal Studios Japan Free Shuttle Bus Timetable ・Departing from Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay ・Departing from Universal Studios Japan (Sakurajima 3rd Parking Lot) *Bus operating schedules are subject to change without prior notice.

Universal Studios Japan "Associate Hotel" Affiliation Details [Associate Hotel Affiliation Date] Wednesday, April 1, 2026 [About Sales of Accommodation Plans with Studio Passes] Sales of accommodation plans with Studio Passes have commenced. Please check the official website for details. https://www.princehotels.co.jp/osakabay/plan/usj-1day/ [Inquiries] TEL: 06-6612-1234 (Hotel Representative)

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Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay is a 28-story high-rise urban resort hotel that rebranded and reopened in July 2023. Located in the Osaka Bay Area, rooms offer views of sunsets over Osaka Bay and the enchanting city lights of Osaka and Hyogo. Its proximity to Kaiyukan Aquarium, Universal Studios Japan, and Yumeshima makes it an ideal location for sightseeing and events. ・Location: 1-13-11 Nanko-Kita, Suminoe-ku, Osaka City ・Phone: 06-6612-1234 (Hotel Representative) ・Number of Guest Rooms: 432 rooms ・Check-in: 3:00 P.M. / Check-out: 12:00 NOON ・Access: Hotel Shuttle Bus: Approx. 25 minutes one-way from JR Osaka Station Kansai Airport Limousine Bus: Approx. 50 minutes Universal Studios Japan Free Shuttle Bus: Approx. 20 minutes Train Access: Approx. 3 minutes walk from "Naka-Futo" Station on the New Tram Nanko Port Town Line

Universal Studios Japan Associate Hotel Offers free shuttle bus service and the ability to purchase Studio Passes within the hotel. Recommended for those who want to enjoy both the park and sightseeing in Kansai/Osaka.

Grand Prince Hotel Osaka Bay is an Associate Hotel of Universal Studios Japan. Universal elements and all related indicia TM & © 2026 Universal Studios. All rights reserved. CR26-1270

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