On February 28, Universal Studios Japan issued a notice and decided to suspend operations from February 29 to March 15 and temporarily close the park.

On February 28, following the announcement of Tokyo Disneyland ’s temporary closure, Universal Studios Japan ’s official website also issued a closure notice: In order to prevent the spread of new coronary pneumonia in the country, Universal Studios Japan will decide on February 29-3 Operations ceased on May 15 and the park was temporarily closed. The opening hours will be carefully judged based on future conditions, and changes will be notified separately. The announcement said that for refunds and other issues of tickets, please apply to the purchased travel agency. (No refunds are accepted in Studios)