Hotel Kintetsu Universal City, an official hotel of Universal Studios Japan, has announced the launch of its “Colorful Pop Halloween ~Trick or Treat! Halloween Party~” dinner buffet. Running from September 1 to November 8, 2026, the event transforms the hotel’s Restaurant e-poch into a vibrant, pop-themed environment. The menu emphasizes seasonal autumn ingredients presented through a lens of festive, playful culinary design.
A Thematic Celebration at Restaurant e-poch
Situated just a minute’s walk from the park entrance, the restaurant serves as a convenient destination for guests seeking a festive atmosphere after a day at Universal Studios Japan. The space is decorated to reflect a “vibrant, pop-themed world,” catering to families and international visitors alike. The buffet structure allows for a casual yet professional dining experience, where the decor and the dishes work in tandem to establish the Halloween theme.
Live Kitchen Stations and Autumnal Flavors
The centerpiece of the dining experience is the live kitchen, where chefs prepare a variety of dishes in view of the guests. Seasonal specialties include the “Mummy’s Pitch-Black Squid Ink Pasta,” a dish that invites guest participation as they mix in the sauce to complete the presentation. Other autumn-inspired offerings include carbonara made with seasonal shimeji (brown beech mushrooms) and a Pumpkin and Mixed Mushroom Spiderweb Pizza.
For those seeking traditional staples, the buffet includes teppanyaki domestic beef and a selection of nigiri (hand-pressed) sushi featuring tuna, yellowtail, squid, and salmon. The menu also incorporates hearty seasonal items such as Autumn Salmon and Mushroom Clam Chowder Pie, ensuring a balance between thematic novelty and substantial fare.
Seasonal Confections and Themed Sweets
The dessert section is designed with a focus on visual appeal, capturing the spirit of the season through various shapes and colors. Highlights include the “Monster Mont Blanc Roll Cake,” “Spider Chiffon,” and “Halloween Ghost Croissants,” which are available in chocolate, strawberry, and matcha varieties. Fruity and earthy flavors are also represented through the Purple Grape and Fromage Cake and a Sweet Potato and Pumpkin Pudding, providing a comprehensive conclusion to the autumnal feast.
Property details
- Property
- Hotel Kintetsu Universal City
- Address
- 6-2-68 Shimaya, Konohana-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka
- Access
- Approximately 1 minute walk to Universal Studios Japan
- Official site
- https://en.miyakohotels.ne.jp/hotel-kintetsu/
- Pricing
- Adults (Junior High School and older) 6,000 yen / Elementary school students 2,500 yen / 4 years old to pre-elementary school 1,000 yen / 3 years old and under Free. All-you-can-drink alcohol (2 hours) 2,000 yen
