Super Nintendo World
- This article is about the Super Mario–themed area of the Universal Destinations & Experiences theme park. For the water game, see Super Nintendo World (water game).
- Not to be confused with Nintendo Land.
Super Nintendo World (officially capitalized as SUPER NINTENDO WORLD) is a themed area available in spaces operated by Universal Destinations & Experiences, featuring attractions, products, and themes mainly based on the Super Mario franchise. The area opened in Universal Studios Japan in Osaka on March 18, 2021;[1] Universal Studios Hollywood on February 17, 2023;[2] and Universal Epic Universe at Universal Orlando on May 22, 2025,[3] and it is set to open in Universal Studios Singapore sometime later in 2029.[4][5] The slogan of Super Nintendo World in Japan is "#We Are Mario!! アソビの本能、解き放て！ (Asobi no honnō, tokihanate!, Release your play instinct!)"
While visiting the area, attendees can wear a slap bracelet wristband known as a "Power-Up Band" (originally unhyphenated),[6] which allows them to interact with various features in the area, compete with other attendees, and keep track of scores and items (such as coins and stamps) earned from such activities.[7][6] The Power-Up Band also connects to the Super Nintendo World section of the official Universal Studios smartphone applications found on the App Store and Google Play Store, with the applications containing a map of the area and its key locations, and allows the user to view their rankings and add, remove, and edit bands. There are eight different designs of the Power-Up Band, each themed after and featuring the emblem of a Super Mario– or Donkey Kong–franchise character: Mario, Luigi, Peach, Daisy, Toad, Yoshi, Donkey Kong, and Diddy Kong. A Golden Power-Up Band (featuring Mario's emblem in yellow) has also been created in limited quantities for the second and first anniversaries of Universal Studios Japan's and Universal Studios Hollywood's versions of the park, respectively.[8][9] A Power-Up Band based on Invincible Mario was created to celebrate the area's 5th anniversary in 2026.[10] Power-Up Bands can also be used as amiibo of the characters they represent.
Super Nintendo World is divided into two areas: Super Mario Land and Donkey Kong Country, themed around the Super Mario franchise and the Donkey Kong Country series, respectively.[11] Super Mario Land features a Mario Kart–themed attraction titled Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge and, in Japan and Orlando, a Yoshi-themed attraction titled Yoshi's Adventure. Peach's Castle, Bowser's Castle, and a red Toad House are also present. In regards to decorative features, many Super Mario objects can be seen throughout the area (some of which move, such as coins and Cloud Lifts),[12] though much of the environmental aesthetic is based on that of Super Mario 3D World, including the colored diamond-patterned platforms, the Piranha Creeper vine, the pyramids from World 2, and, most prominently, the grassy platforms, which make up a tall mountain-like structure replicating Mount Beanpole,[13] with a Goal Pole on the summit. Animatronics of various Super Mario characters and enemies are also present, including Yoshi and a Thwomp.[12] The area's background music also consists of arrangements of various songs from the Super Mario franchise. Donkey Kong Country, present only in Japan and Orlando and mostly inspired by Donkey Kong Country Returns, features a family roller coaster titled Mine-Cart Madness. DK's Tree House and Funky's Fly 'n' Buy also appear.[11]
The song "We Are Born to Play", performed by Galantis and Charli XCX, was released as a music video to promote the initial launch of Super Nintendo World, which depicts numerous attendees exploring a CGI-animated version of the area with many Super Mario characters and enemies present.
Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan temporarily closed on April 25, 2021, due to a surge in Japanese COVID-19 cases, only one month after the initial opening.[14] It was later reopened on June 1, 2021.[15] In 2022, The area at Universal Studios Japan won the TEA Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement for its interactivity and technological innovations.[16] The Universal Studios Hollywood version of Super Nintendo World occupies the space formerly occupied by Stages 22, 23, and 28.[17]
Locations
Super Mario Land
Entrance
The entrance to Super Mario Land (which also serves as the entrance to Super Nintendo World) is a large Warp Pipe leading to the foyer of Peach's Castle, which features the sun design on the floor and the cloud pattern on the ceiling, as well as paintings of the Bob-omb Battlefield and Tiny-Huge Island from Super Mario 64. An open doorway leads to the area. In Universal Studios Japan, if attendees view the paintings from the doorway, the Bob-omb and the Big Goomba morph into Bowser Jr. holding his magic brush and Peach's Golden Mushroom in his Junior Clown Car. In Universal Studios Hollywood and Universal Epic Universe, the paintings change into a scene showing Peach, the Golden Mushroom on a pedestal, and Bowser Jr. in the background, and a scene showing Bowser Jr. stealing the mushroom in his Junior Clown Car.[18][19] "Peach's Castle" can be heard in the background while inside the castle.[13] In Epic Universe, the Warp Pipe features an escalator to take guests to the upper level of the land and is placed within a larger portal archway as part of the Celestial Park hub area's broader thematic motif of astrolabe-like interdimensional portals. The archway is marked with the quote "Here We Go!" and features a rotating medallion with a Super Mario Bros. sprite on one side and a modern Mario render on the other, while a series of Warp Pipe towers emerging from the top containing various power-ups serves as a beacon.[19]
Mount Beanpole
In Super Mario Land, a large land formation referencing Mount Beanpole from Super Mario 3D World can be seen. On Mount Beanpole, a variety of enemies and characters are found, including Yoshi, Thwomps, Koopa Troopas, Goombas, a Goomba Tower, and a Bill Blaster. Also on Mount Beanpole, trees, fruit, Cloud Lifts, Coins, a Warp Pipe, and a variety of blocks are found. In Universal Studios Japan, the entrance and queue area for Yoshi's Adventure is located below Mount Beanpole. On top of Mount Beanpole stands a Goal Pole, bearing a red flag with Mario's emblem. Arrangements of "Ground BGM" from Super Mario Bros., "World 1", "Super Bell Hill", and "Title Screen" from Super Mario 3D World, and the Special 8 theme from Super Mario 3D Land can be heard in this area.
Attractions
Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge
- Main article: Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge
Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge is an interactive dark ride present in all three Super Nintendo World locations. It takes place within the Bowser's Castle area of each location. It consists of a race between Team Mario and Team Bowser, where the guests, playing for Team Mario, must collect Coins by hitting enemies with shells in order to win. The ride makes use of augmented reality headsets to assist in aiming the shells, and to overlay various items, enemies, allies and visual effects on top of the scenario elements and practical effects of the ride.
Yoshi's Adventure
- Main article: Yoshi's Adventure
Yoshi's Adventure is a slow moving ride based on the Yoshi franchise and featuring aspect from Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker. It is available only in Universal Studios Japan and Universal Epic Universe. The ride centers around guests riding Yoshi-themed vehicles in search of three glowing eggs, so that they may find a golden egg, while also looking for Captain Toad along the way. The ride takes place both indoors and outdoors, and takes guests through a scenic view of Super Nintendo World from a high vantage point.
Power-Up Band Key Challenges
- Main article: Power-Up Band Key Challenges
The Power-Up Band Key Challenges are physical activities found throughout Super Mario Land that guests play using the Power-Up Bands. The activities revolve around finding the Golden Mushroom stolen by Bowser Jr. by collecting a series of keys from his minions. Activities include physical puzzles and timing challenges, and after guests collect at least three keys, they are able to confront Bowser Jr. in a special final challenge called Bowser Jr. Shadow Showdown and retrieve the Golden Mushroom.
Note Block Rock
- Main article: Note Block Rock
Note Block Rock is an activity found exclusively in Universal Studios Japan and Universal Epic Universe. It consists of six Note Blocks that the participant must hit in a certain order to play a snippet of a corresponding arrangement of a Super Mario theme.
Gift shops
1-UP Factory
1-UP Factory is the main gift shop of Super Mario Land. The shop sells various exclusive Super Mario–themed merchandise and clothing, including Tokotoko Mario, a batteryless Mario figurine that walks while it is pushed with either one's hand or a Red Shell–shaped walker.[13] Music played in the store includes "Puzzle Plank Galaxy" from Super Mario Galaxy 2, "Title" from Super Mario Maker, "Ground BGM" from Super Mario Bros. 3, and "Ground Theme" from New Super Mario Bros.[20] In Universal Studios Hollywood, the exit of Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge is inside this store.[21]
Interior of the shop at Universal Studios Japan
Tokotoko Mario packaging (pipe set)
Tokotoko Mario packaging (shell set)
Tokotoko Mario (pipe set)
Tokotoko Mario (shell set)
Tokotoko Mario (pipe set)
- Names in other languages
| Language | Name | Meaning | Note(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japanese | ワンナップ・ファクトリー Wannappu Fakutorī | 1-UP Factory | [22] | |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 1UP工厂 1 UP Gōngchǎng (Mandarin) 1 UP Gūngchóng (Cantonese) | 1-UP Factory | [23] | |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 1UP工廠 1 UP Gōngchǎng (Mandarin) 1 UP Gūngchóng (Cantonese) | [24] | ||
| Korean | 1UP 팩토리 1UP Paektori | 1-UP Factory | [25] | |
| Portuguese | 1-UP Factory | - | [26] | |
| Spanish | 1-UP Factory | - | [27] |
Mario Motors
- Main section: Mario Motors § Super Nintendo World
Mario Motors is a gift shop in Universal Studios Japan and Universal Epic Universe. Based on the Mario Kart sponsor of the same name, it mostly sells merchandise themed after the Mario Kart series. It is located on the far north side of Super Mario Land next to Bowser's Castle. In both parks, Mario Motors serves as the exit lobby of Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge.
Interior of the shop
Restaurants and kiosks
Toadstool Cafe
- Main article: Toadstool Cafe
Toadstool Cafe is a restaurant which serves various Super Mario-themed dishes and drinks, such as Mario's Bacon Cheeseburger, the Super Mushroom Pizza Bowl, and the ? Block Tiramisu. It is decorated to resemble a Toad House and is headed by Chef Toad.
Turbo-Boost Treats
Turbo-Boost Treats,[11] known as Pit Stop Popcorn in Japan, is a food kiosk themed after the Mario Kart series that sells popcorn. It is located on the opposite side of Bowser's Castle.[28]
Pit Stop Popcorn storefront
- Names in other languages
| Language | Name | Meaning | Note(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japanese | ピットストップ・ポップコーン Pitto Sutoppu Poppukōn | Pit Stop Popcorn | [29] | |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 加油站爆米花 Jiāyóuzhàn Bàomǐhuā (Mandarin) Gāyàuhjaahm Baaumáihfā (Cantonese) | Pit Stop Popcorn | [30] | |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 加油站爆米花 Jiāyóuzhàn Bàomǐhuā (Mandarin) Gāyàuhjaahm Baaumáihfā (Cantonese) | [31] | ||
| Korean | 핏 스톱 팝콘 Pit Seutop Papkon | Pit Stop Popcorn | [32] | |
| Portuguese | Turbo-Boost Treats | - | [33] | |
| Spanish | Turbo-Boost Treats | - | [34] |
Yoshi's Snack Island
Yoshi's Snack Island is a food kiosk themed and named after the Yoshi's Island series that sells Yoshi-themed snack food. It is located on the east side of Super Mario Land.[28]
Yoshi's Snack Island storefront
- Names in other languages
| Language | Name | Meaning | Note(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japanese | ヨッシー・スナック・アイランド Yosshī Sunakku Airando | Yoshi Snack Island | [29] | |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 耀西小吃岛 Yàoxī Xiǎochī Dǎo (Mandarin) Yiuhsāi Síu'hek Dóu (Cantonese) | Yoshi Snack Island | [30] | |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 耀西小吃島 Yàoxī Xiǎochī Dǎo (Mandarin) Yiuhsāi Síu'hek Dóu (Cantonese) | [31] | ||
| Korean | 요시 스낵 아일랜드 Yosi Seunaek Aillaendeu | Yoshi Snack Island | [32] | |
| Portuguese | Yoshi's Snack Island | - | [26] | |
| Spanish | Yoshi's Snack Island | - | [27] |
Donkey Kong Country
Donkey Kong Country opened in Universal Studios Japan on December 11, 2024,[35] and opened alongside the rest of Super Nintendo World at Universal Epic Universe in Orlando on May 22, 2025.[11] The area also introduces Donkey Kong– and Diddy Kong–themed Power-Up Bands, which, along with the Super Mario–themed bands, can be used to interact with the KONG Letters found throughout the area. An arrangement of "DK Island Swing" from Donkey Kong Country plays in the area.[35]
Entrance
The entrance to Donkey Kong Country transitions from a brick tunnel to a cave tunnel. At the end of the tunnel, visitors cross a bridge and pass through a circular arch inspired by the Ruins from Donkey Kong Country Returns.[35]
Rambi's Bongo Breakout
- Main article: Rambi's Bongo Breakout
Rambi's Bongo Breakout is a rhythm-based conga activity where three participants must each hit a pair of congas in time with the lights in order to get Rambi to emerge from his crate.
Mine-Cart Madness
- Main article: Mine-Cart Madness
Mine-Cart Madness is a roller coaster ride based on Donkey Kong Country Returns. Over the course of the ride, guests help find Donkey Kong and Diddy Kong, protecting the Golden Temple's Golden Banana from Tiki Tong and the Tiki Tak Tribe. Mine-Cart Madness utilizes a system of supports to hold the guest's cart above a set of fake tracks, while the vehicle's actual tracks are hidden from view.
Funky's Fly 'n' Buy
Funky's Fly 'n' Buy is a gift shop that sells exclusive Donkey Kong–themed merchandise. It is based on the shop of the same name from Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze.[35]
- Names in other languages
| Language | Name | Meaning | Note(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japanese | ファンキーコングのフライ・アンド・バイ Fankī Kongu no Furai ando Bai | Funky Kong's Fly and Buy | [35] | |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 酷喜刚的飞翔&购买 Kùxǐ Gāng de Fēixiáng & Gòumǎi (Mandarin) Houhhéi Gōng dīk Fēichèuhng & Kaumáaih (Cantonese) | Funky Kong's Fly & Buy | [23] | |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 酷喜剛的飛翔＆購買 Kùxǐ Gāng de Fēixiáng & Gòumǎi (Mandarin) Houhhéi Gōng dīk Fēichèuhng & Kaumáaih (Cantonese) | Funky's Fly & Buy | [24] | |
| Korean | 펑키콩의 플라이&바이 Peongki Kong-ui Peullai & Bai | Funky Kong's Fly & Buy | [25] | |
| Portuguese | Funky's Fly 'n' Buy | - | [26] | |
| Spanish | Funky's Fly 'n' Buy | - | [27] |
The Bubbly Barrel
The Bubbly Barrel,[11] known as Jungle Beat Shakes in Japan, is a food kiosk that sells Donkey Kong–themed food and drinks, including the DK Crush Sundae and the DK Wild Hot Dog. Its stall is a large barrel with a thatch roof.[35]
Jungle Beat Shakes storefront
- Names in other languages
| Language | Name | Meaning | Note(s) | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japanese | ジャングル・ビート・シェイク Janguru Bīto Sheiku | Jungle Beat Shakes | [35] | |
| Chinese (Simplified) | 丛林节拍奶昔 Cónglín Jiépāi Nǎixī (Mandarin) Chùhnglàhm Jitpaak Náaihsīk (Cantonese) | Jungle Beat Milkshakes | [30] | |
| Chinese (Traditional) | 叢林節拍奶昔 Cónglín Jiépāi Nǎixī (Mandarin) Chùhnglàhm Jitpaak Náaihsīk (Cantonese) | [31] | ||
| Korean | 정글 비트 셰이크 Jeonggeul Biteu Syeikeu | Jungle Beat Shakes | [32] | |
| Portuguese | The Bubbly Barrel | - | [26] | |
| Spanish | The Bubbly Barrel | - | [27] |
Products
Merchandise
- Main article: List of Super Nintendo World merchandise
In Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan, general Super Mario merchandise is mostly sold at 1-UP Factory, while Mario Kart-themed merchandise is mostly sold at Mario Motors.[36][37][38]
Other foods and drinks
For food and drinks sold at Toadstool Cafe, see Toadstool Cafe § Menus.
Universal Studios Japan
| Image | Name | Description | Location(s) available | Notes |
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Super Star Plaza Berry & Apple Ice Cream[39] スーパースター・プラザアイス～ベリー&りんご～ Sūpā Sutā Puraza Aisu ~Berī ando Ringo~ (Super Star Plaza Ice ~Berry & Apple~) |
Berry and apple ice cream that comes in a container with the lid resembling the Super Star Plaza at Super Nintendo World's entrance. | Super Star Plaza kiosk[40] | |
  
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Mario Kart Popcorn Bucket マリオカート・ポップコーンバケツ Mario Kāto・Poppukōn Baketsu Super Star Popcorn Bucket スーパースター・ポップコーンバケツ Sūpā Sutā・Poppukōn Baketsu Bob-omb Popcorn Bucket ボムへい ポップコーンバケツ Bomuhei Poppukōn Baketsu |
Can be purchased in a Standard Kart-, Super Star-, or Bob-omb-shaped bucket. The Standard Kart's tires have flashing lights, while the Super Star and Bob-omb light up.[41] The popcorn comes in Caramel Peach, Mushroom Cream, and Black Pepper flavors.[13][42] | Pit Stop Popcorn[41] | |
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Anniversary Super Star Popcorn Bucket アニバーサリー・スーパースター・ポップコーンバケツ Anibāsarī Sūpā Sutā Poppukōn Baketsu |
A variant of the Super Star Popcorn Bucket that plays music and lights up in various colors.[10] | Pit Stop Popcorn[10] | 5th anniversary only |
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Green Shell Calzone Filled with Yakisoba & Cheese[41] こうらのカルツォーネ ～焼きそば＆チーズ～ Kōra no Karutsōne ~Yakisoba ando Chīzu~ (Shell Calzone ~Yakisoba & Cheese~) |
Website description: "Bite into a Koopa Calzone! Its savory filling of yakisoba and cheese will be sure to leave you shell-shocked."[43] | Yoshi's Snack Island[41] | |
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Red Shell Calzone with Cheese & Ketchup Spaghetti Filling[44] アカこうらのカルツォーネ ～ナポリタン&チーズ～ Aka Kōra no Karutsōne ~Naporitan ando Chīzu~ (Red Shell Calzone ~Naporitan & Cheese~) |
A calzone resembling a Red Shell with |