Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter (ワーナーブラザーススタジオツアー東京 ‐ メイキング・オブ・ハリー・ポッター, Wānā Burazāsu Sutajio Tsuā Tōkyō – Meikingu Obu Harī Pottā) is a walk-through exhibition tour in Tokyo, Japan, owned by Warner Bros. and operated by their Studio Tour division. It is located in Nerima, in northwest of Tokyo, and houses a permanent exhibition of authentic costumes, props, and sets utilised in the production of the Harry Potter films, as well as behind-the-scenes production of visual effects.

Coordinates35°44′45″N 139°38′45″E

StatusOperating

Opening date16 June 2023

Attraction typeWalk-through exhibition

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Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo The Making of Harry Potter

Entrance to the studio tour

Nerima, Tokyo
Coordinates	35°44′45″N 139°38′45″E
Status	Operating
Opening date	16 June 2023

Ride statistics
Attraction type	Walk-through exhibition
Designer	Thinkwell Group
Theme	Harry Potter film series
Site area	30,000 m² (320,000 sq ft)
Duration	~3 hours and 30 minutes (self-guided)
Operator	Warner Bros. Studio Tour
Owner	Warner Bros.
Wheelchair accessible
Assistive listening available
Closed captioning available

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History

The development of the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter is tied to the history of its location in Nerima, Tokyo.

Site Acquisition and Development

The Studio Tour was built on the grounds of the former Toshimaen Amusement Park, a historic recreational area that had operated for 94 years since its opening in 1926.^[1] In 2020, plans were finalized for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to acquire a majority of the Toshimaen land to develop a new public park, with the remaining area being used for the new Harry Potter attraction. The amusement park officially closed on August 31, 2020, to make way for the development.

The project was a collaborative effort between Warner Bros. Studio Tour, Warner Bros. Japan, Seibu Railway, Itochu Corporation, and Fuyo General Lease, with the Studio Tour facilities being developed in conjunction with the new public park.^[2] Seibu Railway, which services the area, renovated Toshimaen Station (now called Toshimaen-mae Station) to feature a Harry Potter theme, including a station platform inspired by London's King's Cross.^[3]

Opening

The Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo – The Making of Harry Potter was officially announced in August 2020.^[4] The attraction, which is the second of its kind in the world after the original in London, was promoted as the world's largest indoor Harry Potter attraction. The facility is a walk-through, behind-the-scenes entertainment experience, not a typical theme park with rides.

The Studio Tour officially opened its doors to the public on June 16, 2023.^[5] It offers unique features and sets that distinguish it from the London facility, while continuing to showcase the authentic costumes, props, and filmmaking secrets from the Harry Potter and Fantastic Beasts film series.

Tour

Unlike theme parks, the Studio Tour is not ride-based but focuses on showcasing authentic sets, original costumes, and props to reveal the artistry and filmmaking techniques used in the Wizarding World films.

Exhibits

The facility features many iconic sets recreated by the original filmmakers, including the Great Hall at Hogwarts. Guests can step onto Platform 9¾ to board the authentic Hogwarts Express and venture into the Forbidden Forest to encounter magical creatures. Further exploration continues on the outdoor Backlot, where familiar scenes like the Dursleys' house on Privet Drive and the triple-decker Knight Bus are on display.^[6]

Tokyo Exclusives

The Tokyo Studio Tour features several sets and experiences unique to the location, including a massive, full-scale recreation of the Ministry of Magic Atrium. Visitors can also take part in interactive green screen sets, such as appearing in a moving portrait on the Grand Staircase or cheering at a Quidditch match. The experience is completed with themed food and drink at places like the world's largest Butterbeer Bar, and access to the world's largest dedicated Harry Potter shop, featuring Tokyo-exclusive merchandise.