USJ Halloween 2026 Food & Merch Guide: What to Eat, Photograph, and Buy

# Overview Universal Studios Japan's Halloween 2026 pairs seasonal rides and scares with an extensive food and merchandise lineup. The event also coincides with USJ's 25th anniversary and the 15th anniversary of Halloween Horror Nights. The food program emphasizes visual novelty meant for photos, shareable large-format snacks, and themed character meals. Several collaborations bring franchise merchandise and limited-edition treats to the park.

# Nighttime-Only Zombie Bar Location: Wharf Cafe (opens after 6 PM). The Zombie Bar is USJ's first attraction that operates only after dark. Zombie-costumed staff prepare drinks and desserts with theatrical touches and props. Notable menu items:

• Circus Zombie Madness — a non-alcoholic lychee soda mixed tableside with a gummy "eyeball" garnish. The drink is light and meant as a cooling, photo-ready refreshment for warm evenings.
• Chainsaw Zombie Blood Orange Lemon Drink — an alcoholic option served after 6 PM for guests seeking a stronger beverage.

The bar emphasizes visuals that photograph well for night visits, so expect theatrics and novelty garnishes.

# High School Zombie Festival Snacks Locations: Universal Market and other park food stalls. USJ created a "High School Zombie Festival" series of snacks that mimic school-festival booths with bizarre, oversized concepts. Selections include:

• Cheer Squad Blackcurrant Pancake — a visually striking dessert option.
• Science Club Experiment Takoyaki — a themed version of the classic street food.
• Muscle Overload! Zombie Football Club Cheese & Beef Rib Rice Hot Dog — a heavy, filling hot dog stuffed with garlic-butter beef rib rice, topped with melted cheese and crispy onions. This item is designed as a hearty meal replacement and is noted for dense fillings and mixed textures.

If you want something substantial to keep you full between attractions, choose one of the festival's loaded snacks.

# Hamikuma and Character-Themed Menus

Studio Stars Restaurant offers a character-focused Halloween menu that leans into cute-but-creepy presentation. The Hamikuma lineup includes seasonal plates and playful desserts alongside other licensed characters like Snoopy and Hello Kitty. Highlight:

• Cocoa-Scented Bacon & Pork Cutlet Burger Plate — a visually chaotic plate built around a cocoa-flavored black bun, pork cutlet, bacon, colorful vegetables, and popcorn accents.

These meals are oriented to fans who want both photo opportunities and themed dining experiences.

# Merch and Franchise Collaborations USJ's Halloween merchandising includes limited-edition items tied to major horror franchises present in the park this year: Chainsaw Man, Resident Evil, and Junji Ito. The guide reports on items worth bringing home but does not list every product. Expect event-only goods and pop-up-style tie-in merchandise aimed at collectors.

# Practical Tips

• Evening timing matters: several high-profile items and the Zombie Bar operate only after 6 PM. Plan food stops around attractions that run at night.
• Limited runs: some desserts are available only through a specific date (example: Horror Bear Chocolate Sundae through October 13). If an item is a priority, visit earlier in the season or check availability.