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Takabisha Roller Coaster, Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi, Japan
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Takabisha is a Gerstlauer Euro-Fighter steel roller coaster located at the Fuji-Q Highland theme park in Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi, Japan. It is famous for having a drop angle of 121° - the steepest in the world. The Japanese name Takabisha translates to "dominant" in English.
History
On 11 May 2011, Fuji-Q Highland announced to the world that they would be opening Takabisha - the world's steepest roller coaster. Testing for the ride began around the 8 June 2011 with media and special invited guests being able to ride Takabisha one month later. The ride is scheduled to officially open to the public on 16 July 2011.
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