Japan’s much-anticipated Super Nintendo World opened its doors for business on March 18th, 2021, coinciding with the start of Universal Studios Japan (USJ) ’s 20th Anniversary Celebration.
Located in USJ in Osaka Prefecture, Super Nintendo World allows guests to experience the wonderment of playing their first Mario video game all over again. Get all the details you need to plan your Universal Studios Japan vacation.
Resembling a Mario game come to vivid life, the pastel-colored park is accessed by a green warp pipe that leads to Princess Peach’s Castle and the Mushroom Kingdom familiar to players of the long-running saga.
The area is dominated by a huge replica of the castle tower scaled by Mario in many of the games, complete with the iconic goal pole on top and other recognizable features such as statues of Goombas and Piranha plants.
Other notable features include the imposing facade of Bowser’s castle, home to a massive statue of Mario’s archenemy and the park’s most exciting attraction, the Mario Kart ride.
The original creator of Super Mario Bros, Shigeru Miyamoto was heavily involved with the design of this attraction, adding to its authenticity. Inside, guests can marvel at a range of faithfully rendered Mario props as they wait to enjoy the ride.
Costumed characters will also be available for meet and greets. Kids will have the chance to get a photo taken with Mario, Luigi, Toad, and Peach.