Kadomatsu

Kadomatsu are objects that appeared in Mario Kart Tour. At least one was added in every course in the New Year's Tour.

Kadomatsu are planted along arches and are usually colored white with a single Japanese character. Kadomatsu shake and give bonus points when hit with a type of shell or a Bob-omb, or when driven into while invincible or Mega; the action is displayed as "Happy New Year!"