bert425 Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 1 hour ago, Nrthwnd said: ^^ When that happened to me, on the 2013 Japan Tour, I just looked at the "Locker Key Whatever the F" and thought.... "You have got to be kidding me!" And that one, plus what I remember of the "Thunder Dolphin Experience" (2007) were both WTF moments in regards to lockers, blah blah. And By The Way..... I couldn't find where this new coaster was going. A reminder please? Thanks in advance? there's a big, open, spot where the Wild Mouse coaster was. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bert425 Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 16 minutes ago, PKI Jizzman said: Hmm lots of supports... I'm excited for whatever they are adding. Honestly it's a tiny ass park with 4 amazing adult coasters in a few flat rides. It really needs more substance despite having 4 amazing unique coasters. the Air Race was FREAKING FANTASTIC too. . . and I loved the Lucky Cat rapids (do make sure you purchase the poncho from the machine in line. . it WILL soak you) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nrthwnd Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 ^ We saw, but did not ride. David, in front of, the rapids area. TPR 2013 Japan Tour. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bert425 Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 we rode and the queue clearly notes it's a "moist" ride. but those who invested in the "in queue" ponchos? got significantly less wet (from FREEZING cold water) than others 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bert425 Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 ^ Zach cracks me up in this pic every time I see it. . such fond memories! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garet Posted December 22, 2021 Share Posted December 22, 2021 ^ I think these guys stayed pretty dry on it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nrthwnd Posted December 31, 2021 Share Posted December 31, 2021 ^ I wonder if that one cost 'extra' to ride in? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBrylczyk Posted January 4, 2022 Share Posted January 4, 2022 ^^ That must be the Washing Machine upgrade. Water comes in but it won't flow out. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garet Posted March 13, 2024 Share Posted March 13, 2024 Quote Fuji-Q Highland, a theme park in Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi Prefecture, announced on Wednesday that it will cease operations of its Do-Dodonpa roller coaster. Do-Dodonpa, a popular attraction known for its claim to be the “world’s fastest accelerating” roller coaster, can accelerate to a speed of 180 kilometers per hour in just 1.56 seconds. Since its opening in December 2001, it has been enjoyed by 9.3 million people. However, the ride has been out of service since August 2021 due to reports of serious injuries sustained by some riders. According to Fuji-Q Highland, there have been 12 reported injuries possibly related to the use of Do-Dodonpa, with six people suffering serious injuries such as broken bones in the chest and neck. Despite ongoing discussions with the manufacturer on measures to ensure safe operation, the theme park has concluded that concrete solutions are difficult to implement. Source Quote 2024.03.13 Regarding Do-Dodonpa- Fastest Roller Coaster, from August 2021, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's Lift Accident Investigation Subcommittee, Since September of the same year, the Company has been under investigation by the Customer Safety Management Investigation Committee, a third-party committee of the Company. To date, there have been no complaints regarding the relevant laws and regulations or management/maintenance. Please note that the Customer Safety Management Investigation Committee ended in March 2022. While the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism's Elevator Accident Investigation Subcommittee is currently investigating the cause and investigating and considering measures to prevent recurrence, we have completely eliminated the risk of injury to customers and the risk of a wrong-way vehicle stop. Although we have held repeated discussions with the manufacturer regarding ways to ensure safe operation, we have come to the conclusion that it is difficult to make it concrete. In order to fulfill our social responsibility as a company Business an amusement park that puts safety first, we have decided to close Business. This model (including its predecessor) is Fuji-Q Highland 's representative coaster, which has been used and supported by 9.3 million people since it opened in December 2001. We have received requests from many customers to resume Business, but we apologize for not being able to respond to them. We would also like to express our deepest sympathies to the customers who were injured despite coming to the park. We will continue to Business with the safety and security of all our customers as our top priority. Official statement 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pianojohn Posted March 13, 2024 Share Posted March 13, 2024 Rode this once way back in 2003. It was INTENSE. Apparently too intense. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted March 13, 2024 Share Posted March 13, 2024 Great ride but really pushed the limits of the human body. Gave me anxiety every time I rode with that launch. It was amazing, like getting hit by a truck in the best way possible! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Electerik Posted March 14, 2024 Share Posted March 14, 2024 Was really looking forward to going to Japan next year and not being allowed to ride it. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nrthwnd Posted March 15, 2024 Share Posted March 15, 2024 What I remember the most, is that insane THUMPing soundtrack that played on and on and on, in the indoor part of the queue. When I was TPRing there, 2007, 2011, 2013. "When it had a TAAAAALLLLL Top Hat (I think) back then..." 2013 Tour Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Garet Posted March 2 Share Posted March 2 Quote 1st March 2025 – (Tokyo) A 29-year-old maintenance worker tragically lost his life at Fuji-Q Highland, one of Japan’s premier theme parks, during a routine inspection of the Eejanaika roller coaster. The incident occurred at approximately 11.50am on 28th February, when a ride vehicle unexpectedly moved, crushing Iori Kamura beneath it. Eyewitness accounts indicate that Kamura was engaged in maintenance work on the park’s renowned fourth dimension coaster, famed for its 360-degree rotating seats and thrilling twists. Emergency responders swiftly transported him to a nearby hospital; however, he was pronounced unconscious upon arrival. The Fujiyoshida Police Department is currently investigating whether appropriate safety measures were adhered to during the inspection. Eejanaika has a troubling history of incidents. In 2007, a maintenance worker sustained serious injuries when a ride vehicle moved unexpectedly, and a 2012 incident involving a snapped bolt resulted in injuries to a guest. Following these events, Fuji-Q Highland implemented new safety protocols, including restricting access to certain areas and banning onboard electronic devices. The park has faced scrutiny over its safety practices in the past. In 2021, another roller coaster, Do-Dodonpa, was closed after multiple riders sustained severe injuries, leading to its permanent shutdown in March 2024. As investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding Kamura’s death, Eejanaika has been suspended indefinitely, with no indication of when it may reopen. Source 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SharkTums Posted March 2 Share Posted March 2 Pretty crazy to have an accident like that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KBrylczyk Posted March 3 Share Posted March 3 Fuji-Q, where ex-pat maintenance guys from Wisconsin Dells go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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