Zaturn, Roller coaster in Kitakyushu, Japan
Zaturn is a steel roller coaster in the Space World amusement park in Kitakyushu featuring a 65-meter tower with an 89-degree incline. The ride accelerates to high speeds in just seconds, creating an intense experience from start to finish.
This attraction opened in 2006 and became part of a new generation of accelerator coasters known for rapid launches. It transformed the experience for visitors seeking more intense rides.
The name brings together Saturn, the planet, with a turning motion, reflecting how the ride departs from and returns to where it started. Visitors experience this concept directly as they board and the journey unfolds.
Riders must meet a minimum height requirement of around 130 centimeters and are not permitted to bring personal belongings aboard. Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared for the intense sensation this ride delivers.
The station platform features a medical facility theme that represents a fictional space illness concept. This creative decoration transforms the ordinary waiting experience into an adventure before the ride even begins.
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