Many people are fans of Harry Potter, and if you are traveling to Japan, you definitely need to set aside time to visit the recently opened “Tokyo Harry Potter Film City” (Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter) in person! As the first in Asia and the largest Harry Potter film city in the world, what are the must-visit iconic spots? Let’s take a look at the introduction!
9¾ Platform
The scene in which Harry Potter passes through the wall inside King’s Cross Station in London to board the “Platform 9¾” and take the express train to Hogwarts is truly iconic. Just seeing this scene brings back so many memories! Here, you can also see the interior of the train carriage and the scene of the characters from “Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them” boarding the train to Berlin!
Diagon Alley
Hagrid brought Harry Potter to the bustling Diagon Alley, where they purchased magical supplies and owls needed for Hogwarts students. Tokyo Harry Potter Film Studio recreates the mysterious atmosphere and slightly tilted buildings of this “shopping alley,” where you can also find shops like Gringotts Wizarding Bank!
Hogwarts Restaurant
Hogwarts students undergo the process of being assigned to their respective houses here when they enroll, and they dine together here every day. They also receive packages and letters delivered by owls here, which is a common scene in the movies.
Ministry of Magic
The Tokyo Harry Potter Film Studio has a unique check-in area! The Ministry of Magic is the governing body that establishes laws and manages the wizarding world. The Tokyo Harry Potter Film Studio recreates the details of the Ministry of Magic, such as the red and green brick office, the entrance under the marble fireplace, and the fountain statue.
Harry Potter Store
In addition to IG-able movie classic scenes that you can check in, don’t forget to visit the world’s largest Harry Potter store to get exclusive merchandise! The store has up to 14 shopping and dining themed areas, with merchandise including T-shirts, pendants, and more. There are also wands, wizard robes, Newt’s suitcase, etc., allowing you to instantly transform into a Hogwarts student!
Harry Potter themed restaurant
In the cinema, there are 4 cafes and restaurants: “Cream Beer Bar”, “Chocolate Frog Cafe”, “Cinema Canteen”, and “Outdoor Cafe”. The food presentation and styling are in line with the Harry Potter theme, such as breakfast and brunch with the “9¾” logo, set meals named after different colleges, and winter-themed desserts.
Address: 1-1-7 Kasuga-cho, Nerima-ku, Tokyo
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