USJ LLC USJ LLC announces leadership personnel changes effective June 1, 2025

[USJ LLC] USJ LLC announces leadership personnel changes effective June 1, 2025 ​
USJ LLC Press release: March 14, 2025 U.S.J. LLC announces leadership personnel changes effective June 1, 2025 U.S.J., LLC, which operates Universal Studios Japan under the umbrella of Universal Destinations & Experiences (Headquarters: Orlando, Florida, USA), would like to inform you that the following change of president has been decided as of June 1, 2025. Name New position Current position JL Bonnier Universal Destinations & Experiences President and COO (Pacific Rim) (as of September 1, 2025) USJ LLC President CEO Takashi Murayama USJ LLC President (as of June 1, 2025) USJ LLC Executive Officer Vice President CMO
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/5761/702/5761-702-034d17075de0538ff69e12dc2136a6bc-1928×942.png JL Bonnier, who has been driving the company’s business expansion since November 2015 as president and CEO of USJ for nine and a half years, has been promoted to succeed Tom Mehrman, President and COO (Pacific Rim) of Universal Destinations & Experiences, who is retiring, and will oversee the operations of Universal Studios Japan, Universal Beijing Resort, and Universal Studios Hollywood. JL Bonnier began his career as CFO of Comcast’s parks division and played a key role in Comcast’s acquisition of Universal Studios Japan in 2015. Furthermore, he led the formulation of the development plan for Universal Studios Japan, and last year grew it to become the number one park in Asia* and the third largest park in the world* in terms of visitor numbers.
*https://aecom.com/wp-content/uploads/documents/reports/AECOM-Theme-Index-2023.pdf Murayama takes office as new president After graduating from a university in the United States, Taku earned an MBA from a graduate school in the United States and began his career as a trainee in the leadership training program at Universal Parks & Resorts (now Universal Destinations & Experiences) in Florida, United States. After gaining experience in general park operations locally, I joined USJ at the same time as the company was founded. After being in charge of park operations and human resources, as a senior manager in the marketing department, he launched inbound sales, established and strengthened partnerships with major companies and hotels, and from 2020 served as executive officer, vice president and CMO for five years, overseeing the resumption of operations and rapid business recovery after the coronavirus pandemic. He has played a major role in establishing the corporate brand as well as driving business growth as a leader in driving change, including creating the highly successful NO LIMIT! campaign. In addition, we have supported the revitalization of local communities by leading CSR activities that are closely aligned with local issues, such as providing a tourism marketing studies program at Osaka Public University that fosters the next generation of human resources who will lead Osaka’s tourism and entertainment industry. He will be U.S.J.’s first native president. USJ, which will celebrate its 25th anniversary in 2026, aims for further growth together with the local community, partners, guests, and employees based on its corporate statement, “Awakening people and society with ultra-entertaining creativity.” Comment from current president JL Bonnier: “For more than nine years, we have had a truly wonderful time in Japan and USJ. USJ has achieved much and is now a top travel destination not only in Japan but also in the Pacific Rim region, and is on the path to further growth. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to everyone involved, including our guests, partners, local communities, and employees who have supported the park. Mr. Murayama has been gaining experience at USJ since before the company opened in 2001. I have worked closely with him and he is a great leader and someone who is dedicated to the continued success of all of our crews and USJ. I am confident that the park will continue to develop under Mr. Murayama’s leadership. ” Comment from new president Taku Murayama: “As of June 1st, I will be assuming the position of president of USJ LLC, which plays a powerful role in the Universal Destinations & Experiences Group. Currently, Universal Studios Japan has grown into the largest theme park in Asia and one of the best in the world, with many guests visiting from Japan and abroad. As we celebrate our 25th anniversary next year, we will continue to provide our guests with unimaginable excitement, excitement, and experiences that can only be had here. We believe in the infinite potential of people and would like to promote the creation of an environment where each individual can bloom their potential. The entire crew will continue to take on challenges so that we can become a driving force that energizes not only the park, but also people, the region, and society as a whole, and so that we can move forward toward the future. We look forward to your continued support. ” About Universal Studios Japan Universal Studios Japan is Comcast It belongs to NBCUniversal Group. Universal Studios Japan has established itself as a major landmark in the entertainment and leisure world, attracting many guests not only from Japan but also from overseas. We offer the world’s highest quality entertainment, including not only popular Hollywood movies but also full-fledged attractions and shows themed around a variety of world-famous entertainment brands such as Japanese anime, as well as seasonal events that guests can fully enjoy. We welcome you as the “Super Genki Special Zone”, a special place where all guests can break out of their shells and become “super energetic” through an
unforgettable experience of “super excitement and excitement” that can only be found here. Since its opening in 2001, it has continued to innovate, and in recent years, “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” has gained tremendous popularity, as well as the groundbreaking flying coaster “The Flying Dinosaur” that runs throughout the “Jurassic Park” area, and the extremely popular area “Minion Park” where Minions play an unimaginable “hazard”. At “Minion Hacha Mecha Ride,” where you can enjoy “Chamecha,” and “Super Nintendo World,” which is themed around the world of Nintendo games, you can enjoy an unprecedented “Asobi experience” where you can actually use your whole body to unleash your Asobi instincts.We are continuing to launch the world’s best entertainment one after another, achieving further evolution and growth. About Universal Destinations & Experiences Universal Destinations & Experiences, part of Comcast NBCUniversal, delivers innovative, immersive and popular entertainment experiences to guests around the world. Our portfolio includes world-class theme parks with some of the industry’s most thrilling and technologically advanced attractions, outstanding hotels and resorts, unique products, games, and virtual and live entertainment experiences. In addition, we draw on a wealth of stories and franchises from Universal, Illumination, DreamWorks, and more to transport people to worlds beyond imagination. We deliver memorable and moving moments to people of all generations. [Click here for details] Takashi Murayama Work History: – January 2000 Universal Parks & Resorts Park Lead Trainee – November 2000 USJ Co., Ltd. Park Operation Headquarters – October 2002 Human Resources Department Internal Communication Officer – April 2003 Human Resources Manager – July 2009 Marketing & Sales Department Inbound Sales Director – April 2012 Vice President of Marketing & Sales Department – November 2013 Vice President of Corporate Marketing Partnership (CMP) Department – April 2017 Vice President of External Affairs Department – August 2017 Vice President of Sales & Alliance Marketing Department Vice President of External Affairs Department – November 2018 Senior Vice President of Marketing & Sales Department/Partnerships – April 2020 Executive Officer Vice President CMO (current) External activities – Director, Osaka Tourism and Convention Association (2012-present) – Director, Kansai Association of Corporate Executives (2017-2021) – Osaka Chamber of Commerce and Industry member
(2017-present) Academic background – November 1996 Graduated from Southeast Missouri State University, Department of Political Science – October 1999 Graduated from Webster University (MBA)