Universal Studios Japan is bringing back the VR jet coaster where guests experience fierce battle with all
five senses, the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba XR Ride - Mugen Train Dream Riders which scored a
whopping 99% satisfaction rate with guests for a limited time from Thursday February 1
st
to Sunday June 9
th
,
2024.
The popular attraction which debuted in 2021 recreated the world of the animated film of the Demon Slayer
series, Kimatsu no Yaiba Mugen Train”, which was released worldwide.
The attraction recreates the fierce emotional battles of “Mugen Train”, fully immersing guests in an
awesome experience of the speed and gravity of the trains movement and 360 degree views of the story’s
world made possible with state-of-the-art VR techonology. Leap into the middle of “Tanjiro Kamado” and
“Rengokubattling demons in this Super Realistic Super Popular ride and feel Rengoku’s burning passion as
you listen to his soul stirring words in the heat of battle.
Don’t miss the Super Exciting experience of “setting your heart on fire with Eternal Flamewith Rengoku
once again with this attraction in the much-awaited return of the “Kimetsu” world realised through the
possionate request of park guests.
*1 Based on in-house research of 2021 questionnaire of guests who experienced the “Kimetsu no Yaiba: XR Ride. (Questionnaire held between November 9
th
and November
18
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, 2021.)
©Koyoharu Gotouge / Shueisha, Aniplex, ufotable TM & © Universal Studios. All rights reserved.
Monday, November 27
th
, 2023
Set your heart on fire with Eternal Flame and Rengoku once again!
EXPERIENCE FIERCE BATTLE IN VR COASTER WITH 99% SATISFACTION RATE
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DEMON SLAYER: KIMETSU no YAIBA XR RIDE
MUGEN TRAIN DREAM RIDERS RETURNS
Experience the amazingly realistic recreation of Breathing Style!
In service from Thursday February 1
st
to Sunday June 9
th
, 2024
*Images shown are for illustration purposes only.
In addition to Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba XR Ride”, the ‘story-coaster, Demon Slayer Hollywood
Dream The Ride”, and two Demon Slayer themed restaurants, “Fuji no Hana no Shokujidokoro” and the
“Studio Stars Restaurant” will also make a come-back for a limited time only. To commemorate the return of
the attractions, new Rengoku” themed merchandise items and “Tanjirofood menus will debut.
Enter the totally immersive “Kimetsu no Yaibatheme park experience made with unsurpassed quality and
scale only possible at Universal Studios Japan.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba x Universal Studios Japan Event Information
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba XR Ride - Mugen Train Dream Riders
Experience epic battle with AKAZA firsthand! “Set your heart on fire with
Eternal Flamewith Rengoku once again!
The Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba XR Rideis a
unique attraction featuring an original storyline that
propels guests into the real-life world of “Demon
Slayerutilizing VR technology to produce a ultra-real
360 degree world of Demon Slayer along with the
speed and inertia of a jet roller coaster.
Guests board the “Mugen Train” become one of the
highest Hashira” of the Demon Slayer Corps along
with “Tanjiro”, Zenitsu”, and “Inosuke Hashibira”. They
meet the “Fire Hashira”, “Rengoku, and speed towards
the goal while battling demons along the way. “Tanjiro
steps forward to protect guests against the Twelve Kizuki Lower Rank One demon Emnu and its twisted
appetite of seeing people suffer in pain as “Rengoku” confronts the terribly powerful Twelve Kizuki Upper
Rank Three demon “Akaza”. Bear witness to the fierce battle of the Demon Slayer Corps and be enveloped in
Flame Breathing in this experience only possible at Universal Studios Japan. Feel the characters of the
series and “Breathing Styles” and the ”Blood Demon Arts in a extraordinary soul-stirring Super Exciting
experience of all five senses.
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba XR Ride Information
Period: Thursday Febraury 1
st
to Sunday June 9
th
, 2024
Attraction Type: VR Coaster
Location: Space Fantasy The Ride
Story Outline
Set in the west at the Namihana Station; Tanjiro, Inosuke, and Zenitsu receive word of a train on which those who
board it are disappearing one after another.
You hear a disturbing curse uttered by Enmu as you board the train with them at Namihana Station and yet
Thus begins a nightmarish train journey
“Demon Slayer x Hollywood Dream The Ride
Board an extra-sensory” roller coaster with “Rengoku” and set your heart aflame
as you speed through the park!
Part 1: Scream with Hearts Ablaze Edition
The two stories featuring super real
voices of the characters and music
whispering in your ears along with the
refreshing thrill of the coaster was what made
the “Demon Slayer x Hollywood Dream The
Ride story coaster so popular.
Part 1 features the Super Realsounds of
“Tanjiro” and “Rengoku reacting excitedly to
their first experience on a roller coaster, and
their comical interactions. Fully immerse
yourself in this heartwarming story and join
Rengoku” in this new type of coaster.
Experience new storylines and music as
you soar as if through the sky in this fully immersive non-stop Super Exciting ride experience at Universal
Studios Japan.
Totally concentrate on enjoying a ride through turbulent skies with Nezuko,
“Zenichi”, and “Inosuke”!
Part 2: Total Concentration Edition
Join “Tanjiro”, “Nezuko”, Zenitsu, and
“Inosuke” in part 2 of this original story as
they experience the ride and interact amongst
the four as if they were in the world of
“Kimetsu”.
See each of the characters personalities
come to life with Tanjiro overcoming his fear
of roller coasters with “Rengoku” in part 1 of
the story, the ever cowardly “Zenitsu”, and
austere “Inosuke. Totally concentrate on fully
enjoying the unprecendented journey through
the sky over the park with “Tanjiro” and team
in this thrilling ride only possible at Universal
Studios Japan.
About the XR ride
The XR Ride, beloved across generations, is a super-realistic ride attraction which was produced using the technology and
creativity of Universal Studios Japan. Utilizing state of the art VR technology to take guests into another dimension of sight
and sound, the world that expands before your eyes and the feeling of speed and gravity of a roller coaster is perfectly
synchronized to stimulate the sixth sense
*
.
*A sense created by a person’s sense of gravity, etc., stimulated by entertainment.
Demon Slayer x Hollywood Dream The Ride” Information
Part 1: Thursday February 1
st
to Sunday April 7
th
, 2024
Part 2: Thursday April 25
th
to Sunday June 9
th
, 2024
Attraction Type: Story Coaster
Location: Hollywood Dream The Ride
*Hollywood Dream The Ride: Backdrop” will not be operating during this period.
*“Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba x Hollywood Dream The Ride will not be operating between April 8
th
and April 24
th
, 2024.
Demon Slayer×Universal Studios Japan Collaboration Restaurant
Not only is the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba XR Ride returning, 2 restaurants will return featuring
collaborations letting you immerse yourself even more into the world of “Kimetsu no Yaiba”. “Fuji no Hana
no Shokujidokoro will have menu items based on eight “Hashira”, and the “Studio Stars Restaurant” will
feature a “Rengoku” menu. All nine “Hashira” menu items will be on-hand at the park. Enjoy a meal developed
by the team at Universal Studios Japan who strive for the best in culinary entertainment” based on the theme
of “Kimetsu no Yaiba”, only available at the park.
Meet the highest ranking of the Demon Slayer Corps, “Hashira” at the collaborative restaurant, “Fuji no
Hana no Shokujidokoro located at the restaurant Saidoin the New York area. This “shokujidokoro” [eatery]
which prominently displays the house seal of Fuji no Hana and eerily beautiful wisteria flowers. Enjoy original
food and drinks all based on each of the “Hashira” with attention to the smallest detail. Within the restaurant
guests will find the “cronoids
*2
of “Giyu Tomiokaand “Shinobu Kochō” created using the latest in human
reconstructive technology with lifelike skin, eyes, and features, have returned. Guests are even invited to take
photos with the “Water Hashira”, “Tomioka”, and “Insect Hashira”, “Kochō”. (Only available for those ordering
certain menu items. Photo pack with original folder also available seperately for purchase.)
*2: Cronoidsare humanoids created using the latest in human reconstruction techonology with life-like skin, eyes, and even hair that seem to
breath life and almost seem to have force of will.
The other collaborative food experience will be at the “Studio Stars Restaurant” located in the Hollywood
area in front of the Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba XR Ride”. Enjoy a Super Amazing, Super Exciting food
experience that brings the epic “soul seethingbattle with “AKAZA” and passionate “soul stirringRengoku of
the ride to life. Original foods based on the Fire Hashira”, “Rengoku” and his fierce battles on the “Mugen
Train”, and the “Beef Hot Pot Bentothat “Rengoku” ate on the train are all available as unique new menu
items developed by Universal Studios Japan.
Fuji no Hana no Shokujidokoro
Studio Stars Restaurant
Fire Hashira Kyojuro Rengoku
Beef Hot Pot & Fried Curry Set
*Images shown are for illustration purposes only.
Outside view of Studio Stars Restaurant
Nezuko Popcorn Bucket: Cherry Blossom Flavor
“Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba” Collaboration Restaurant Information
Period: Thursday February 1
st
to Sunday June 9
th
, 2024
Location: “Fuji no Hana no Shokujidokoro” (“SAIDO”, New York Area)
“Studio Stars Restaurant (Hollywood Area)
Universal Studios Japan Limited Edition Nezuko Popcorn Bucket
The popular “Nezuko Popcorn Bucket” is back with a new strap. Comes with cherry blossom flavor popcorn.
Take “Nezuko” with you as you have fun at the park!
Demon Slayer Corps Special Training Rally
Receive special training along with “Tanjiro” and “Zenitsu” and find your own
“Breathing Style”!
Take part in the Demon Slayer Corps Special Training Rally” where
guests train to become part of the Demon Slayer Corps and find their own
“Breathing Style” with various special training exercises within the park.
Overcome the final training and decide what “Breathing Style” matches you
best to receive proof of becoming part of the Demon Slayer Corps. Take on
the various challenges with family and friends around the park with “Tanjiro
in this special rally only available for a limited time.
“Demon Slayer Corps Special Training Rally” Information
Period: Thursday February 1
st
to Sunday June 9
th
, 2024
Event Type: Interactive Rally Experience
Available Purchase Locations: Mobile cart in front of Space Fantasy Station, etc.
Price: ¥1,200 (tax incl.) <Includes pamphlet & armband)
*Purchase locations may change without notice.
Story Outline
You are a new recruit to the Demon Slayer Corps who has been chosen to take part in the “Find Your Breathing
Styletraining exercise. Use your sense of smell and hearing and follow your instincts to find the “Breathing Style
best suited for you!
Use the Universal Express Pass” and guarantee smooth entry to the “Demon Slayer” attraction!
Starting Friday December 1
st
, 2023, the “Universal Express Pass 1: XR Ride Special” will be made
available to ensure guests are able to fully enjoy the world of Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba”. Guarantee
you are able to smoothy enjoy the Super Exciting, Super Amazing entertainment of “Kimetsu no Yaiba” and
Universal Studios Japan!
On Sale Friday December 1
st
, 2023
Ticket Type, Price Universal Express Pass 1: XR Ride Special
¥4,700 ¥6,500 (tax incl.)
Includes “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba XR Ride
Priority seating at Fuji no Hana no Shokujidokoro
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba XR Ride Photo
*Please note product price and design, and available dates may change without notice.
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<About the “Demon Slayeranimation series>
Based on the manga series by Koyoharu Gotouge published by Shueisha Jump Comics. The series spanned 23 volumes
with a cumulative total sale of 150 million copies. The animated version was produced by ufotable.
The story follows the teenage Tanjiro Kamado who joins the Demon Slayer Corps after his family was slaughtered and
younger sister, Nezuko, is turned into a demon. The anime series was broadcast from April 2019 as “TV Anime ‘Kimetsu no
Yaiba’ Tanjiro Kamado Unwavering Resolve Arc”, with the release of the film, “Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba The
Movie: Mugen Train, in October of 2020. The series went on to release “TV Anime ‘Kimetsu no Yaiba Mugen Train” and
“TV Anime ‘Kimetsu no Yaiba’ Entertainment District Arcin 2021 and 2022, and in February of 2023 released the film
Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba World Tour To The Swordsmith Village with the animated television series being
released starting in April of 2023.
Broadcast of the latest in the TV anime series featuring Tanjiro and friends’ new journey as “Hashira”, the “Hashira Training
Archas been announced.
The sorrowful story of humans and demons, fierce battles, charming characters, and sometimes comical scenes make the
series popular around the globe.
Official Website: kimetsu.com
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