──It all began here.
Once again, that moment when I first encountered magic.
It has been 25 years since J.K. Rowling’s wildly popular novel Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone first appeared on the first appeared on cinema screens. The adventures at Hogwarts, the heart-pounding excitement of first encountering the wizarding world, and meeting new friends… The “magic” born from the films continues to be cherished by fans worldwide.
This year, as we celebrate the 25th anniversary, why not revisit the world that started it all, reliving that same thrill?
This anniversary year is packed with content that takes us back to the story’s origins, offering fresh perspectives on the film’s world. Why not rediscover the magic of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone throughout the year?
Special Event: “Invitation from Hogwarts” Begins 18th March
A special event allowing you to relive the moment Harry first visited the wizarding world will be held for a limited time from 18th March to 6th September.
The Great Hall at Studio Tour Tokyo becomes the stage for the Sorting Ceremony. Enjoy a special recreation of the Sorting Ceremony, plus demonstrations revealing behind-the-scenes secrets of filming scenes like the Invisibility Cloak and Charms.
Immerse yourself in the magical world—don’t miss this unforgettable experience.
Find out more details here of the “Invitation from Hogwarts” here!
Magic is right beside you.
Seeing socks reminds me of Dobby, seeing swaying trees reminds me of the Whomping Willow—
This emotional commemorative film depicts the magic dwelling within everyday moments, woven with 25 years of memories.
Flip through unforgettable scenes and relive that “first thrill” once more.
From this very moment, let’s journey to Hogwarts in its 25th year.
A special commemorative item has arrived.
The 25th Anniversary Collection, inspired by iconic scenes from Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, will be available at the Studio Tour Tokyo and the Harry Potter Shop Online Japan starting Wednesday, 18th March.
These special items evoke memorable moments like listening to the Sorting Hat’s whisper and Harry facing himself in the mirror.
Why not welcome these “first moments” at Hogwarts into your collection?
How many do you know? Behind-the-scenes magic you’ll want to know for the 25th anniversary
In the films Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone and Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets, numerous costumes were prepared for the main characters to support the staging of each scene. The number was staggering: protagonist Harry had about 245 outfits, Ron about 130, and Hermione about 55, totaling over 400 outfits for just the three of them.
In the films, costumes are not mere clothing; they are crucial elements reflecting the characters’ emotions, growth, seasons, and changes in their lives at Hogwarts. This overwhelming number of costumes helped create the realism and depth of the film’s world.
The Great Hall of Hogwarts, a symbol of the film Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, was one of the first sets built for the series. Approximately 30 staff members spent 18 weeks constructing it. The finished set was large enough to hold 22 double-decker London buses.
This overwhelming scale allowed it to function as a vividly real setting for Hogwarts life—from the Sorting Ceremony to dining scenes—becoming a central stage that underpinned the entire film’s world.
Ollivander’s Wand Shop is a wand specialty store located on Diagon Alley. It serves as the setting for the iconic scene where Harry is chosen by a wand that resonates with him, opening the door to his destiny as a wizard.
The vast stacks of wand boxes inside the shop were created through collaboration between the graphics department and the props department, who produced 17,000 wand boxes.
The cupboard under the stairs at the Dursleys’ house (commonly known as Harry’s bedroom) was the small space where Harry spent his days until he left for Hogwarts, containing only a narrow bed and his few belongings. This space, crammed into a corner of the house, symbolized his lonely days while also serving as a striking location that starkly contrasts with the magical world that would later unfold.
The “cupboard under the stairs” was a very small set, so during filming, the crew had to install movable walls to secure space for the camera.
Hogwarts Castle is the magnificent castle of the wizarding school that serves as the setting for the Harry Potter stories, an iconic structure with intricately connected towers and corridors. Supporting its grandeur was a 1/24 scale model of Hogwarts Castle created for the film Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.
Approximately 40 people spent around seven months constructing it, and the model was filmed alongside background visual effects to create the exterior of Hogwarts. Studio Tour Tokyo displays a faithful replica of the Hogwarts model created by the production design team for the film Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone.
At Studio Tour Tokyo, you can actually step inside iconic sets from the films, including the Great Hall, Diagon Alley, and the Dursley home. It’s a special experience to see those familiar scenes from the screen come to life right before your eyes.
You can also see up close the precious items that supported the filmmaking process, such as costumes and props. Come experience the magic that lives in the details.
Picking out magical moments that stay with you even after 25 years.
One of the longest-standing sets in the Harry Potter film series is the Great Hall at Hogwarts. Built to coincide with the start of filming for the first movie, Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (Friday, September 29, 2000), this set has become an iconic location symbolizing the Wizarding World.
At the Studio Tour Tokyo, you can see the “master craftsmanship” that preserved the Great Hall’s legacy up close. The vast space, the tables seating over 400 Hogwarts students, and the numerous decorations symbolizing the four houses. Torches adorning the walls bear the symbols of Gryffindor, Ravenclaw, Slytherin, and Hufflepuff. Behind the long teachers’ table sits the “House Points Counter” filled with four-colored beads… This hourglass-style prop used tens of thousands of Indian beads for each, reportedly causing a bead shortage in the UK!
