In photos: inside the newly opened Super Nintendo World theme park

The wait is over. After months of postponement, Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Japan finally opened to the public on March 18 with tons of new and exciting attractions. The official opening ceremony featured Mario’s creator, game designer Shigeru Miyamoto, and CEO of Universal Studios Japan JL Bonnier, along with special guests Mario, Luigi, Peach and Toad. 

If, like us, you can’t wait to jump into the park’s Mario Kart ride or check out the souvenir store, we’ve got you covered. Here are the best social media pics from the park’s opening day. Take a look at the world-first attractions, plus some details that were never revealed before the park opened. Hint: you might notice some Nintendo characters from outside the Mario universe popping up around the place.

The park grounds

Yoshi’s Adventure

Peach’s Castle

Question mark blocks