Universal Studios Japan Unveils 'Resident Evil Requiem: The Dive' — Plot, Characters, and Pass Details

Universal Studios Japan has released full official details for its upcoming R-15 rated horror attraction, "Resident Evil Requiem: The Dive". Running from September 11 to December 27, 2026, this extreme survival maze promises a 360-degree nightmare with live-action appearances by iconic characters.

We have previously covered the initial announcement of this upcoming attraction here.

The Plot: The Wrenwood Hotel Mystery

Raccoon City remains a strictly forbidden, isolated zone. Near its outskirts lies the Wrenwood Hotel, a long-abandoned and decayed structure. Recently, FBI Analyst Grace Ashcroft headed into this hotel alone to investigate a series of mysterious consecutive deaths—and completely vanished. As you step inside to track her down, you are instantly dragged into a grotesque world of crumbling brick, corridors littered with corpses, and unrelenting biological threats. You must summon your courage to survive this frozen-in-terror scene and escape the looming biological infection.

3 Key Features of the Experience

• 1. Flawless World Recreation: The nightmare begins in the dark alleys behind the Wrenwood Hotel. From shattered bricks and rusted fire escapes to flickering streetlights and the decayed interior, the atmosphere of Resident Evil Requiem is meticulously brought to life.
• 2. Relentless 360° Onslaught: There is nowhere to hide. Creatures will attack seamlessly from the ceiling, beneath your feet, and every unpredictable angle, delivering a claustrophobic sense of dread.
• 3. Intense Live-Action Drama: Professional actors will perform high-stakes survival actions right before your eyes. Witness Leon S. Kennedy and Grace fighting for their lives up close in real-time.

Featured Characters

• Grace Ashcroft (FBI Analyst): An expert in deduction and forensics, possessing extraordinary focus. Traumatized by the tragic loss of her mother, she is introverted and buries herself entirely in her work. She ventured into the ruined hotel completely alone.
• Leon S. Kennedy (DSO Agent): A legendary Raccoon City survivor with an unyielding sense of justice and elite physical capabilities. Now working for the Division of Security Operations (DSO), Leon arrives at the scene to officially investigate the string of consecutive deaths.
• Zombies: The classic living dead. While they have turned into mindless monsters, some still strangely mimic their pre-infected daily habits or professional routines.

Access & Ticket Guide (eNumbered Tickets & Express Pass)

Event Period: September 11, 2026 – December 27, 2026
Operating Hours: 10:00 AM until Park Close
Location: Stage 18, Universal Studios Japan
Age Restriction: R-15 (Strictly forbidden for children aged 14 or under / junior high students and below)

To experience this attraction, a digital eNumbered Ticket (e整理券) is required, which can be claimed exclusively via the official USJ smartphone app on the day of your visit. Additionally, USJ has announced the Universal Express Pass 4: Halloween Set, which grants fast-track access to 'The Dive' alongside other horror rides (including Sadako's Curse and Jurassic Park in the Dark). Sales for this special Express Pass begin on July 14, 2026, at 15:00 JST.