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Let’s All Come Together and Celebrate the Anniversary Year! Launching March 18, 2026 (Wednesday)
Universal Studios Japan’s hugely popular area, “Super Nintendo World,” is celebrating its 5th anniversary this year, having first opened its doors on March 18, 2021. To commemorate this milestone, exclusive food and merchandise inspired by the “Super Star”—the iconic item that makes you invincible in Mario games—will be available. With the theme “We are all STARS!”, guests can look forward to a variety of special experiences that everyone can enjoy together. Get ready for an anniversary year where you can move your whole body and experience the joy of coming together with family and friends at Super Nintendo World!
■ Limited-Time “Invincible” Items and Brand-New Merchandise Designs Arrive!
Anniversary Power-Up Band
To celebrate the 5th anniversary of Super Nintendo World, a special “Invincible Mario” version of the Anniversary Power-Up Band will be released. This colorful, limited-edition design is inspired by “Invincible Mario” after obtaining the Super Star. With this special Power-Up Band, you can enjoy Super Nintendo World even more, feeling “invincible” as you explore. The Power-Up Band lets you take on Key Challenges and collect coins and digital stamps as you play throughout the area. It’s an item that expands the possibilities of your park experience. Let’s all come together and enjoy the anniversary year!
- Where to buy: 1-UP Factory, Universal Studios Japan Online Store, and more
- Sales start date: March 18, 2026 (Wednesday)~
Face Towel
Newly designed merchandise featuring the world of Super Nintendo World, with a motif of the area map, will also be available. The commemorative face towel, perfect as a souvenir, features a Super Star patch as an accent, letting you take home a piece of the park’s fun. Whether you use it in the park or at home, this item will keep the excitement going.
- Where to buy: 1-UP Factory, Universal Studios Japan Online Store, and more
- Sales start date: March 18, 2026 (Wednesday)~
*Please note that product prices, designs, sales locations, and release dates are subject to change without notice. We apologize if items are sold out.
■ Feel “Invincible” Yourself! Limited-Time Foods Inspired by the “Super Star” Are Here!
Anniversary Super Star Popcorn Bucket
The "Super Star" Popcorn Bucket will transform into a special version for one year only, in celebration of the area’s 5th anniversary. This limited-edition bucket flashes in a variety of colors and plays the iconic background music you hear when you get a "Super Star." You can experience the thrill of being in "invincible" mode, feeling the power surge through you. This is a special item that lets everyone enjoy that "invincible" feeling together as your popcorn bucket lights up brightly.
Super Nintendo World Anniversary Cake (Serves 4)
Additionally, at the entrance to Super Nintendo World in the Super Star Plaza, guests will be greeted by a special cake monument decorated with a 5th anniversary "Super Star." This monument has been turned into a real, edible cake—the Super Nintendo World Anniversary Cake—now available at Toadstool Cafe. This colorful anniversary cake, adorned with vibrant stars, is special in both taste and size. It’s a festive treat perfect for celebrating the 5th anniversary of Super Nintendo World together with everyone.
- Available at: Pit Stop Popcorn and other locations
- On sale from: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
*Please note that product prices, designs, sales locations, and release dates are subject to change without notice. We apologize if items are sold out.
Super Star Anniversary Plate – Mushroom Lasagna & Fried Chicken
After enjoying all the attractions of Super Nintendo World and coming together as a team, recharge both body and spirit with the Super Star Anniversary Plate – Mushroom Lasagna & Fried Chicken at Toadstool Cafe! This anniversary plate is inspired by Mario’s grand adventure across a stage made of hearty chicken and lasagna. The star of the dish is a fluffy "Super Star" bread roll, making it a picture-perfect meal you’ll want to photograph. Celebrate the 5th anniversary with this special dining experience, and enjoy a unique moment of unity with everyone as you savor Super Star-themed food.
- Available at: Toadstool Cafe
- On sale from: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
*Limited quantities available. Sales will end once the daily limit is reached.
*Please note that product prices, designs, sales locations, and release dates are subject to change without notice. We apologize if items are sold out.
■ Celebrate the 5th Anniversary with "Super Star" Items That Let You Feel "Invincible" Even Outside Super Nintendo World!
At the Mario Cafe & Store in the Hollywood Area, pancakes inspired by the "Super Star" will be available. The 5th anniversary celebration extends beyond Super Nintendo World, so you can join in the festivities in the Hollywood Area as well.
Invincible! Super Star Pancake Sandwich ~Mango~
The Invincible! Super Star Pancake Sandwich ~Mango~ is a colorful, sparkling pancake filled with rich mango and cream, as well as star-shaped sugar pieces that add a fun, crunchy texture. Both the appearance and the taste are exciting, packed with toppings that will delight you. This special sweet treat lets you feel “invincible,” just like when you get a Super Star, and is a 5th anniversary limited item that will fill you with energy just by eating it.
(Left) Power Up! Mario’s Strawberry Soda (Center) Power Up! Princess Peach’s Peach Soda (Right) Power Up! Luigi’s Muscat Grape Soda
Special drinks from the Mario Cafe & Store are now powered up and sparkling with the “Super Star” for a limited time! Recharge your energy with these sodas packed with jelly.
- Available at: Mario Cafe & Store
- On sale from: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
*Product prices, designs, sales locations, and release dates are subject to change without notice. We apologize if items are sold out.
■Deliver the “Star” to a Crew Member and Get a Limited Edition Sticker!
Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, Toad, and Yoshi decided to bake a cake together. However, the special decoration “Super Star” that was supposed to be used for the finishing touch scattered all over the area!
Let’s gather the “Super Stars” scattered around the area and complete the cake! If you find a “Star” and deliver it to a crew member, you’ll receive a cute, special 5th anniversary limited edition sticker. The experience of searching for and delivering “Stars” hidden throughout the area—whether by showing your popcorn bucket, food, or merchandise to crew members—is full of excitement unique to the 5th anniversary. If you can’t find a “Star,” try making poses with your hands or body together with your friends to express it—everyone can work as a team to search for the “Star.” Enjoy the 5th anniversary of Super Nintendo World to the fullest and feel “invincible” together with your friends!
Event Name: Deliver the Star and Get a Limited Edition Sticker!
- Distribution period: From Wednesday, March 18, 2026
- Distribution location: Super Nintendo World
*The event period may change.
*Distribution will end once all stickers have been given out.
*Depending on the weather or circumstances on the day, the distribution area may be limited or canceled.
*Please ask a crew member for details.
◆About Universal Studios Japan
Universal Studios Japan is part of the Comcast NBCUniversal Group. Universal Studios Japan has established itself as a major landmark in the world of entertainment and leisure, attracting countless guests not only from within Japan but also from overseas. The park offers world-class entertainment, including authentic attractions and shows themed on not only popular Hollywood movies but also globally renowned Japanese anime and other entertainment brands, as well as seasonal events that guests can fully enjoy. Through unforgettable experiences of “super excitement and super emotion” that can only be found here, Universal Studios Japan is a special place where every guest can break out of their shell and feel truly energized.
Since its opening in 2001, the park has continued to innovate. “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” has gained immense popularity, while the groundbreaking flying coaster “The Flying Dinosaur” soars through the entire Jurassic Park area. In the hugely popular “Minion Park,” guests can enjoy the “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” ride, where the Minions’ wild antics go beyond imagination. At “Super Nintendo World,” themed on Nintendo’s game universe, guests can experience a completely new kind of play that unleashes their instincts through full-body interactive activities. Universal Studios Japan continues to introduce the world’s best entertainment and is constantly evolving and growing. In 2026, the park will celebrate its 25th anniversary with the theme “Discover U!!!,” delivering a special year where “a new you you’ve never known comes alive” through 25 years’ worth of thrilling entertainment.
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Source: PR TIMES
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