Watchly Safety Review

Ryan Visits The Making of Harry Potter in Japan!

14:23 · 1.1M views · May 1, 2024

Minor FlagsReviewed June 2026

2Minor Flags

This video is safe and genuinely fun for Harry Potter fans of all ages, offering an exciting virtual tour of the Warner Brothers Studio Tour Tokyo with the Ryan's World family. The only notable flag is a clear sponsorship disclosure at the start and end, where tickets, food, and accommodations were provided by Warner Brothers — something parents should be aware of but which doesn't detract from the authentic enthusiasm on display.

Content Breakdown · 2 Categories

Hidden Advertising & Sponsored ContentA little

The video discloses that tour tickets, food, and accommodations were provided by Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo, and the description includes official hashtags and links — this is a transparently disclosed sponsorship/partnership, which is NOT a hidden advertising concern. The disclosure is present, so the score remains very low.

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“tour tickets food and accommodations provided by Warner Brothers Studio Tour”

Playful & Fantasy ViolenceA little

As a Harry Potter studio tour, the setting inherently involves fantasy-themed props such as wands, magical dueling imagery, and other franchise elements that carry mild fantasy-violence themes consistent with the Harry Potter IP — all entirely stylized and consequence-free in this context.

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“Harry Potter franchise setting inherently includes fantasy magic-combat imagery (wands, spells, etc.) as part of the studio tour environment”

What Parents Need to Know

Parents should know this is a sponsored video — Warner Brothers Studio Tour Tokyo provided the tickets, food, and accommodations, and this is disclosed at both the beginning and end of the video. That said, the content itself is wholesome and genuinely educational for Harry Potter fans: kids get to see the real sets, props, costumes, and interactive experiences from the films, including the Great Hall, Diagon Alley, the Forbidden Forest, and Platform 9¾. Ryan and his family model curiosity, excitement, and shared family enjoyment throughout. There are brief appearances of mildly spooky characters like a Dementor and Voldemort's snake, but these are presented in a lighthearted, playful context and are unlikely to frighten most children. The video may spark interest in the Harry Potter books and films, so parents of younger children may want to consider whether their child is ready for those stories.

Talk to Your Kids About

1Have you read or watched any Harry Potter stories? Which character is your favorite and why?
2Ryan and his family got to explore a real movie set — what do you think it takes to build something like the Great Hall or Diagon Alley?
3The video shows lots of Harry Potter merchandise like wands and stuffed animals. How do you decide when something is worth buying versus just fun to look at?
4Some parts of the tour looked a little spooky, like the Dementor and Voldemort. Did anything surprise you, and how did it make you feel?

Ryan Visits The Making of Harry Potter in Japan!

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What's This Video About?

Ryan Visits The Making of Harry Potter in Japan! Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo shows Ryan and his family an up-close look at The Making of Harry Potter! #WBTourTokyo Official website: https://www.wbstudiotour.jp/ Official X: @wbtourtokyo Official Instagram: @wbtourtokyo © & ™ Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. Publishing Rights © JKR.

Frequently Asked Questions

What age is this video appropriate for?

This video is appropriate for children aged 5 and up. The content is family-friendly and lighthearted, though brief appearances of spooky Harry Potter characters like a Dementor may startle very young or sensitive children under 5.

Is this video sponsored or an advertisement?

Yes, the video is sponsored — Warner Brothers Studio Tour Tokyo provided tour tickets, food, and accommodations for the Ryan's World family. This is clearly disclosed at both the start and end of the video, which is good practice, but parents should be aware the content promotes the attraction.

Are there any scary moments in the video?

There are a few mildly spooky elements, including a Dementor figure and a display featuring Voldemort and his snake. These are presented in a fun, playful context and the family reacts with laughter rather than fear, so they are unlikely to be distressing for most children over 5.

Is there any inappropriate language or content?

No, the video contains no inappropriate language, violence, or adult content. It is entirely family-friendly and suitable for young viewers.

What will my child learn from this video?

Kids get an engaging look at how the Harry Potter films were made, including real sets, props, and costumes. It can spark interest in storytelling, filmmaking, and the Harry Potter book and film series in a fun, accessible way.

Could this video make my child want to buy Harry Potter merchandise?

The video does show the gift shop and merchandise including wands, stuffed animals, and themed food, which may generate interest in purchasing Harry Potter products. Parents may want to use this as an opportunity to talk about advertising and thoughtful spending.