As you may have heard by now, Tokyo Disneyland’s Space Mountain is going down for a major re-theme later this year. To celebrate the current beloved version, Tokyo Disneyland is inviting guests to ride the classic Space Mountain one last time and has some great photo spots, merchandise and food to go along with it.
Tokyo Disneyland will be presenting “Celebrating Space Mountain: The Final Ignition” from now through July 31.
While the redo for Space Mountain is for Tokyo Disneyland, fans of the original Disneyland in California may want to pay attention. With a new Tomorrowland soon on the way to Anaheim as well, some of these themes might just make their way state-side…
A New Space Mountain
Tokyo Disneyland is set to unveil a revamped Space Mountain by 2027, promising not just an exhilarating roller coaster ride in the dark but an emotional new storyline that emphasizes our bond with the Earth. Visitors will be guided through a narrative that unfolds from the queue line to the ride itself, inspiring awe for our planet’s unique position in the cosmos.
Complementing the new ride, Tomorrowland will introduce a tranquil plaza designed to reflect a future where humanity exists in harmony with nature. This area offers guests a place to unwind and enjoy serene surroundings & adorned with symbolic designs that foster optimism about our planet’s future. In the evenings, the atmosphere is set to come alive with captivating lighting and sound effects, enhancing the overall ambiance. Owen Yoshino, Senior Creative Director for Walt Disney Imagineering, emphasizes that the updated attraction and plaza aim to cultivate a deeper appreciation and responsibility towards Earth, highlighting the gifts it has provided over the millennia.
Do you like the new Space Mountain’s swoopy styling? I think it’s a chic twist on the original mountain’s angular geometry —Tron meets Space Mountain.
That’s what’s coming… but there’s still time to make those final memories…
Space Mountain Final Ignition
The new Space Mountain, presented by Coca-Cola, will re-open in 2027. It will still be an indoor roller coaster themed to space, but will have all-new technology and special effects.
In addition to the outdoor theming and bunting, there will be a special classic Space Mountain-themed photo spot: Space Photo Place.
Space Mountain Merchandise
There’s some special new merchandise available that represents both the old and new styles of Space Mountain:
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- Pouch – 2,900 yen
- Drawstring Bag – 900 yen
- Tumbler – 2,500 yen
- Tissue Box Cover – 2,800 yen
- Clear Folder – 350 yen
There are also things like Minnie Ears and lanyards:
Tokyo Disneyland has been doing something interesting with old Cast Member costumes: repurposing them into small patch tags and selling them to guests. They call this “Tokyo Disney Resort Circulating Smiles” program. What US costumes would you like to see turned into patch tags to collect?
Everyone who visits the Space Mountain area, whether they ride the attraction or not, is eligible to receive a special collectors’ sticker:
An Astronaut Needs To Eat
There are also themed refreshments, a special sparkling jelly drink featuring Coca-Cola of course, they being the attraction sponsor, and also a lemon-vanilla sparkling jelly drink. There are also some cute paper popcorn containers. The drinks are 700 yen and the popcorn is 400 yen.
Over at the Tokyo Disneyland Ambassador Hotel, just off the lobby, is the beautiful Hyperion Lounge. For the celebration, they are serving a special dessert set, “Celebrating Space Mountain: The Final Ignition!” Premium Sweets Set. This tray full of space and planet-inspired treats is 5800 yen and will be served from April 10 to July 31, 3:00 PM to 7:30 PM daily.
From April 8 until they run out, Tokyo Disney Resort Line will offer day passes specially themed for the celebration. Check out Mickey’s cool backpack. Available at all Tokyo Disney Resort Line ticket machines.
And Now It’s Time To Say Goodbye
For the very last day, July 31, there will be a lottery of everyone who visited from April 9 to June 16. 250 groups, equalling 500 people, will be selected to ride the attraction on its last day. Prizes include a one-day ticket to Tokyo Disneyland for two people, priority boarding on the attraction, and a special souvenir. Priority seating is from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM and you will not be admitted to the park after 11:00 AM.
