New Space Mountain Update in Tokyo Disney will Combine Cosmic Rewind Ride Effects

Tokyo Disney’s Reimagined Space Mountain to Feature Cosmic Rewind-Style Effects

Under construction in Tokyo Disneyland’s Tomorrowland, the reimagined coaster—rumored to be titled Space Mountain: Earthrise—is pushing the boundaries of ride technology. A recent video from WD23 Studios has given fans an exciting first look at the new ride vehicles, which appear to utilize Omnicoastertechnology similar to EPCOT’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind. 

In a groundbreaking move for the franchise, the attraction is expected to feature a combination of rotating vehicles and a tilted-up launch, creating a high-speed “story coaster” experience unlike any other version of the classic mountain.

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The reimagined Space Mountain at Tokyo Disney Resort is currently on track for a grand debut in 2027. This massive project holds the title of Disney’s most expensive attraction ever, with an investment of approximately 70.5 billion yen (roughly $460 million).

To ensure the new intergalactic adventure stayed on schedule, construction actually began well before the original version of the ride officially closed its doors in July 2024. This allows the park to completely transform the surrounding Tomorrowland plaza into a high-tech hub worthy of the ride’s groundbreaking technology.

A new video from WD23 Studios has set the Disney fan community abuzz, showcasing a wrapped ride vehicle that confirms the next generation of space travel is on its way. The footage reveals a sleek, low-profile car that is unmistakably a Disney Omnicoaster—the same groundbreaking “storytelling” system used for Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind at EPCOT.

Developed by Walt Disney Imagineering in partnership with Vekoma, the Omnicoaster is a marvel of programmable motion. Unlike traditional coasters, these vehicles can rotate 360 degrees while moving at high speeds. This allows Imagineers to “point” the riders toward specific show scenes, screens, or practical effects, ensuring you never miss a beat of the story.

While the rotating base allows for the same seamless 360-degree maneuvers seen in Cosmic Rewind, Tokyo’s version looks to be adding a major new trick to its repertoire.

• Controlled Rotation: Just like the EPCOT favorite, these cars will likely use precise programming to change your field of vision throughout the ride.
• The “Tilted” Launch: The video suggests a massive upgrade: a tilted-up launch sequence. While Cosmic Rewind uses a reverse launch, this new system would involve physical track pieces that tilt, potentially simulating the sensation of a vertical liftoff.

By combining tilting track effects with the already versatile Omnicoaster rotation, Space Mountain: Earthrise is shaping up to be an evolution of the technology we’ve seen before. It takes the best parts of the storytelling coaster and adds a layer of physical track movement that could make this the most dynamic ride experience in any Disney park.

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