Thank you Mario! But Universal Studios Japan’s expansion opening date is in another time period.
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Guests at Universal Studios Japan’s new Nintendo zone can enjoy the delicious fillings of Bowser’s minions at Yoshi’s Snack Island.
Dragon Quest Island sends you and your companion Slime on a quest to defeat the evil Zoma.
Universal Studios Japan also gives hints about Yoshi ride, Bowser Jr. boss battle attraction, and punching park’s question mark blocks.
Park finally has a timetable to let us start racing Mario Karts, punching question blocks, and eating Luigi’s hat.
Come with us as we preview the hotly anticipated new magical worlds before their grand opening.
Come for the legend of Hanako-san, stay for the fun of being trapped inside a Japanese coffin.
For everyone who finds the sparks from a welding torch more beautiful than any fireworks show.
Pokémon Virtual Fest’s list of rides and attractions will grow as visitors complete missions with friends.
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