'Universal Cool Japan 2026' Original Author Gosho Aoyama Makes Surprise Visit to 'Detective Conan World'! Fans Delighted! Enjoy an Evolved Deduction Experience in a 'Super Real' Conan World

Universal Studios Japan is currently holding "Universal Cool Japan 2026" for a limited time. Today, April 7, 2026 (Tuesday), Gosho Aoyama, the original author of "Detective Conan," visited the park and experienced the very popular "Detective Conan World." Mr. Aoyama thoroughly enjoyed the evolved deduction experience linked to the highly anticipated latest movie, "Detective Conan: The Fallen Angel of the Highway" (to be released on April 10, 2026, Friday), including the real escape game "Detective Conan: The Escape ~Prologue to the Highway~" and the "Mystery x Food x Music" experience "Detective Conan Mystery Restaurant." ## ◆Successful Clear with High Scores! Gosho Aoyama Also Becomes a "Hostage" in "Detective Conan: The Escape ~Prologue to the Highway~," Experiencing Deduction with Maximum Tension Original author Mr. Aoyama experienced "Detective Conan: The Escape," the ultimate real escape game where he solved mysteries using his own legs and brain. With over 100 drones flying above him, Mr. Aoyama also became a "hostage" along with other participants! Amidst the ultimate tension, he navigated the facility with a tablet, intensely clearing one mystery after another, solving them with high scores. Regarding the realistic deduction experience of identifying the true culprit, Mr. Aoyama commented, "It was fun again this year! The difficulty of the puzzles was high, and the story kept me on the edge of my seat; it was really well thought out. With the Morse code puzzle, it was even hard to follow the clues with my eyes. The latest episode of the main series is also based on an escape game, so I hope everyone enjoys both." He also experienced up close the "super real" actions performed by Masumi Sera, Ran Mouri, and Kogoro Mouri right before his eyes. Deeply satisfied with the immersive experience in the world of Conan, Mr. Aoyama commented, "Sera-chan's Jeet Kune Do, seeing it right in front of me, was so cool!" ## ◆"Detective Conan Mystery Restaurant" Praised for its "Mystery x Food x Music" Experience, Enhanced with Authentic Live Singing and Musical Performances Next, Mr. Aoyama enjoyed a unique park experience at the popular entertainment restaurant "Detective Conan Mystery Restaurant," which has been powered up with authentic live singing. He savored fine dining in the world of Conan while solving mysteries. With Ran and Sonoko appearing right before his eyes, Mr. Aoyama happily enjoyed this year's new experiences, including live singing and performances using a glass harp. He commented, "This year's Mystery Restaurant was also great! The food was really delicious, and many characters came to meet me. I can't play instruments, but the drum set and glass harp were authentic and cool." ## ◆Fans Delighted by "Aoyama-sensei's" Surprise Performance! Hand-Drawn Illustrations of Conan, Chihaya Hagiwara, Shigeo Yokomizo, Kenji Hagiwara, Jinpei Matsuda Appear in the Park Furthermore, to commemorate his visit today, Mr. Aoyama drew illustrations of Chihaya and Conan on the exterior wall of "Detective Conan: The Escape" attraction, and Sera and Conan on the terrace in front of Lombard's Landing, adjacent to "Detective Conan Mystery Restaurant." Guests who witnessed Mr. Aoyama's surprise performance of drawing characters on the spot were incredibly excited! Applause and cheers erupted at the moment of completion. Additionally, Shigeo, Kenji, and Jinpei, popular characters active in the latest movie "Detective Conan: The Fallen Angel of the Highway," were also drawn in other areas of the park. These special signatures & illustrations can be enjoyed until June 30, 2026 (Tuesday) during the "Detective Conan World" event. Be sure to explore the park during this opportunity. * The restaurant's operating period may change without prior notice. * The display period for signatures may change without prior notice. "Detective Conan World" Overview ### ◆ The Ultimate Real Escape Game "Detective Conan: The Escape ~Prologue to the Highway~" Tension, astonishing evolution. A super-immersive deduction experience where you physically dive into the overwhelming quality world of "Detective Conan." - You are invited to the new technology announcement event at the newly established "Suzuki Zaibatsu Smart Mobility Research Institute." Conan, Kogoro, Ran, and Sera are also present. However, a shocking threat email arrives at the facility while waiting for the event to begin...!! "If you don't comply with our demands within one hour, we will blow up the research institute--" The facility falls into chaos, and it's discovered that a large number of drone bombs are flying overhead. Furthermore, a detonator is set on "something" distributed to all participants, meaning if even one person tries to escape, everyone will be caught in the explosion!! Now, can you, along with all other participants who have become hostages, overcome this maximum tension crisis, prevent the drone attack, and expose the true culprit!? - Period: Currently running ~ June 30, 2026 (Tuesday) - Location: Stage 18 - ["Detective Conan: The Escape ~Prologue to the Highway~" Ticket Information] Ticket Price: From 3,200 JPY (per person/tax included) Sales Locations: Universal Studios Japan WEB Ticket Store, Lawson Ticket (WEB only), JTB Corp. - ["Detective Conan Attraction Special" Ticket Information] A special ticket to enjoy three "Detective Conan" attractions. Ticket Price: From 6,400 JPY (per person/tax included) Sales Location: Universal Studios Japan WEB Ticket Store Sales Period: Currently running ~ up to entry date June 30 (Tuesday) Target Attractions: Detective Conan: The Escape ~Prologue to the Highway~, Detective Conan x Story Ride ~Furious Self-Driving~, Detective Conan 4-D Live Show ~Jewel of the Starry Sky~ * Studio Pass (admission ticket) price is not included. * Please check the official website for details on event dates and tickets. ### ◆ Deduction Live Restaurant "Detective Conan Mystery Restaurant" Hearts pounding with the appearance of Shinichi and Ran from their younger days!! A thrilling "Mystery x Food x Music" experience! - This is a story from a little before "Edogawa Conan" was born. One day, Ran, accompanied by Shinichi, visited "Della Diva," a high-class restaurant famous for its live performances. On that day, a special performance was held by Lulu, a diva who was once popular in a masked band... Suddenly, trouble erupted at the restaurant!? The brooch she was wearing mysteriously disappeared! Who? For what purpose? You, who happened to be at the restaurant, will cooperate with Shinichi and Ran to investigate. Can you successfully find the "brooch" where various thoughts intersect and identify the culprit!? - Event Period: Currently running ~ May 31, 2026 (Sunday) * The restaurant's operating period may change without prior notice. - Location: Lombard's Landing - Attraction Type: Entertainment Restaurant - Duration: Approx. 80 minutes per session, with staggered entry. - [Menu]