Fuji-Q Highland, Amusement park in Fujiyoshida, Japan
Fuji-Q Highland is an amusement park in Fujiyoshida, Japan, set at the base of Mount Fuji and known for record-breaking roller coasters and themed areas catering to all ages. The park divides into several zones offering rides of varying intensity, family entertainment options, and facilities for both thrill-seekers and young children.
The site began as the Fuji Five Lakes International Skate Center, opened in December 1961. In 1964 the amusement park Fuji Lama Park opened alongside the new Fujikyu Line station, and it was renamed Fuji-Q Highland in 1969. FUJIYAMA opened in 1996 and was once the world's tallest roller coaster.
The park's name is shortened to "Fujikyu" outside Yamanashi, while locals along the Fujikyu line call it "Highland". The red Mount Fuji with a "Q" logo used in advertising plays on this nickname. Odd signs are placed around the grounds, such as one claiming a tsuchinoko was found on 1 April 2004 and asking witnesses to call the park's UMA section.
Visitors can choose between individual ride tickets and full-day passes, with passes offering access to all attractions without additional charges. Main rides draw longer wait times on weekends and holidays, while weekdays tend to be quieter.
The Takabisha roller coaster includes a drop with a 121-degree angle, surpassing all other coasters worldwide in this category. This section sends riders nearly vertical and creates a feeling of freefall for several seconds.
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