Head of Universal Studios Japan operator quits over scandal

Head of Universal Studios Japan operator quits over scandal

OSAKA, Japan - Akira sakata, president of USJ Co., the operator of Hollywood movie theme park Universal Studios Japan (USJ) in Osaka, announces his resignation at a news conference at his office Oct. 3. Sakata has taken responsibility for a series of scandals involving the park, including the use of expired food, industrial water for drinking water and excess amounts of explosives for fireworks. (Kyodo)

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