The old version of Space Mountain is officially gone as a new Space Mountain rises at Tokyo Disneyland.
Space Mountain Construction
Guests entering Tomorrowland at Tokyo Disneyland now have a direct view of the new Space Mountain structure beyond construction walls at the edge of the land. Work began on the new Space Mountain before the old one closed as it’s directly behind the old site. Where the former attraction was will be a new courtyard.
The construction walls on the right when entering Tomorrowland are around the former Buzz Lightyear’s Astro Blasters façade. It closed permanently last year to become a new Wreck-It Ralph shooting attraction, which will open in 2026.
The shape of the new Space Mountain has become even clearer, including a small round section on the left side. It’s not quite as tall as it will be once completed but the layers of the façade are coming together. Compare to the concept art below.
The new Space Mountain is rumored to be named Space Mountain: Earthrise but this has not been confirmed. It’s set to open in 2027.
Though most of the building’s exterior is just steel and scaffolding right now, there is some white paneling along the front.
From behind the park, it’s even more obvious the old Space Mountain no longer exists. In our last construction update, its center column still remained.
Like the old version of Space Mountain, this one will have a 360° façade that faces the Monorail track and bus stations behind the park.
There are multiple construction vehicles parked behind walls. The long trailers are offices for the construction team.
The Oriental Land Company is spending approximately ¥56 billion ($437 million) on the new Space Mountain.
Watch Tom’s Tokyo vlog about the closing of the old Space Mountain below.
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