Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge, Augmented reality ride at Universal Studios Japan, Osaka
The attraction features a four-person kart equipped with AR goggles, allowing riders to navigate through digital courses while shooting virtual shells at opponents.
Nintendo and Universal Studios Japan collaborated for six years to develop this attraction, which opened in March 2021 as part of Super Nintendo World.
The ride combines physical sets with augmented reality technology to recreate the racing experience from the Nintendo video game franchise Mario Kart.
Guests must be at least 107 centimeters tall to ride, and children between 107 and 122 centimeters require an accompanying adult.
Each ride experience differs as players collect items from boxes and launch virtual projectiles at enemies while racing through Bowser's Castle.
Location: Konohana-ku
Official opening: March 18, 2021
Part of: Super Nintendo World
GPS coordinates: 34.66794,135.43054
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:50
Universal Studios Japan
425 m
Super Nintendo World
426 m
Mount Tenpō
1.1 km
Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan
1.5 km
Maishima
3.3 km
Modern Transportation Museum
2.9 km
The Flying Dinosaur
506 m
Minato Bridge
2.7 km
Tempōzan Giant Ferris Wheel
1.5 km
Osaka Bay Tower
2.7 km
Yumemai Bridge
3 km
Osaka Culturarium at Tempozan
1.6 km
Liberty Osaka
3.1 km
Legoland Discovery Center Osaka
1.4 km
X-Tower Osaka Bay
2.8 km
Konohana Bridge
1.6 km
Tempozan-ohashi Bridge
985 m
朝日神明社
2.4 km
Shōren-ji
2.6 km
Tsuneyoshi Bridge
2.1 km
Ajigawa Bridge
3.1 km
大阪北港マリーナ
2 km
Glion Museum
1.9 km
Osaka Municipal Minato Library
2.6 km
Osaka Resort City 200
2.8 km
Osaka Municipal Konohana Library
3.1 km
Yahataya Park
1.7 km
Namihaya Bridge
3.2 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes