Tokyo Blur | |||||||||||
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View of various landmarks from the Rainbow Bridge | |||||||||||
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Appears in | Mario Kart Tour (2019 (1), 2020 (2, 3), 2021 (4)) Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Booster Course Pass, Wave 1) (2022) | ||||||||||
Cup(s) | Lucky Cat Cup | ||||||||||
Tour(s) |
Tokyo Blur:
Tokyo Tour New Year's Tour (2020) (challenge only) Summer Festival Tour 1st Anniversary Tour Mario vs. Peach Tour 2nd Anniversary Tour Anniversary Tour Winter Tour (2023) Tokyo Blur 2: New Year's Tour (2020) Summer Festival Tour Mario vs. Peach Tour Winter Tour (2023) Tokyo Blur 3: Summer Festival Tour Mario vs. Peach Tour Winter Tour (2023) Tokyo Blur 4: Mario Tour (2021) Yoshi Tour (2021) Mario vs. Peach Tour Winter Tour (2023) | ||||||||||
Online play | Available (Switch) | ||||||||||
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Tokyo Blur is a race course in Mario Kart Tour. It takes place in Tokyo, Japan and makes its debut in the city's namesake tour, the Tokyo Tour. The course's music is based on the theme of 3DS Toad Circuit and 3DS Mario Circuit. This course has four different routes, the most out of any city course alongside New York Minute: Tokyo Blur, Tokyo Blur 2, Tokyo Blur 3, and Tokyo Blur 4, with the last three being introduced in the 2020 New Year's Tour, Summer Festival Tour, and the 2021 Mario Tour, respectively. The fourth iteration of this course differs from the others, in that it is two sections as opposed to two laps. From versions 1.2.0 to 1.4.0, the first layout was called Tokyo Blur 1.
The first layout is a favorite of Toad (Pit Crew), Mario (Hakama), Toad (Party Time), Daisy (Yukata), Peach (Happi), Cat Mario, Mario (King), and Bowser Jr. (Pirate). The second route is a favorite of Pink Toad (Pit Crew), Pink Shy Guy, Birdo (Blue), Mario (Happi), Baby Rosalina (Detective), Cat Peach, Cat Toad, Nabbit, Bowser (Santa), and the Bowser Mii Racing Suit, and can also be a favorite of Peach (Happi) if she reaches level 6. The third route is a favorite of Yoshi (Reindeer), Mario (Happi), Mario (Chef), Daisy (Yukata), Luigi (Painter), Daisy (Swimwear), Birdo (Black), and the Red and Nabbit Mii Racing Suits. The fourth route is a favorite of Blue Yoshi, Daisy (Yukata), Cat Toad, Mario (Racing), White Yoshi, Nabbit, Chargin' Chuck, and the Bowser and Roaring Racer Mii Racing Suits.
Tokyo Blur reappears in the Booster Course Pass DLC for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe as the first course in the Lucky Cat Cup. The course combines the first three versions of Tokyo Blur together, with a lap dedicated to each variant.
Mario Kart Tour
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Tokyo Blur
In the standard layout, all of the racers start the course on the central span of the Rainbow Bridge. Just after the starting line, the road curves to the right through Ginza, then makes a slight left before the Wako store. Not long after, the course makes a right U-turn near the National Diet Building and the Miraikan, then goes through a tunnel. As the Tokyo Skytree, Asahi Beer Hall, and Tokyo Big Sight come into view, the road makes a wide right turn back onto the Rainbow Bridge. Fuji TV's headquarters can be seen on the left. The minimap for this route resembles that of Yoshi Falls from Mario Kart DS and Luigi Circuit from Mario Kart Wii.
The course also appears as Tokyo Blur R (reverse), Tokyo Blur T (with ramps), and Tokyo Blur R/T (reverse and with ramps). This route is used as the layout for the first lap of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's variation of Tokyo Blur in the Booster Course Pass. Before the Summer Festival Tour, no kart had Tokyo Blur R listed as a favorite course; instead, its appearances in the Mario Cup and Toadette Cup relied on the spotlight bonus to raise the Kabuki Dasher and the Quickshaw, respectively, to the top tier.
Appearances
The first layout of Tokyo Blur is currently the only course based on a real world city to have appeared in seven different tours: the Tokyo Tour, the Summer Festival Tour, the 1st Anniversary Tour, the Mario vs. Peach Tour, the 2nd Anniversary Tour, the Anniversary Tour, and the 2023 Winter Tour. It also made a minor appearance in the 2020 New Year's Tour as the location of a bonus challenge and in the 2021 Mario Tour as the third and final race in the 2-Player Challenge mode.
For this course's tour appearances, see List of Tokyo Blur tour appearances in Mario Kart Tour § Tokyo Blur.
Bonus challenges
Ring Race | |||||||
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Icon | Course variant | Chosen driver |
Chosen kart |
Chosen glider |
Grand Star scores | Tour appearances | |
Regular | Lakitu |
Pipe Frame |
Super Glider |
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Tokyo Tour | Lakitu Cup | |
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Anniversary Tour (2022) | Mario Cup |
Do Jump Boosts | |||||||
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Icon | Course variant | Chosen driver |
Chosen kart |
Chosen glider |
Grand Star scores | Tour appearances | |
Regular | Peachette |
Pipe Frame |
Super Glider |
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Tokyo Tour | Peachette Cup | |
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Winter Tour (2023) | Wario Cup |
Goomba Takedown | |||||||||
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Icon | Course variant | Chosen driver |
Chosen kart |
Chosen glider |
Item Box type(s) found |
Number of item slots | Grand Star scores | Tour appearances | |
Regular | Mario |
Pipe Frame |
Super Glider |
Bob-omb |
1 |
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1st Anniversary Tour | Lakitu Cup | |
2 | Mario vs. Peach Tour | Mario Cup |
Glider Challenge | |||||||
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Icon | Course variant | Chosen driver |
Chosen kart |
Chosen glider |
Grand Star scores | Tour appearances | |
Regular | Mario (Hakama) |
Kabuki Dasher |
New Year's Kite |
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New Year's Tour (2020) | Daisy Cup | |
2nd Anniversary Tour | Hammer Bro Cup | ||||||
Winter Tour (2023) | Lakitu Cup |
Tokyo Blur 2
In the standard layout, all of the racers start the course on the central span of the Rainbow Bridge. Just after the starting line, the road curves to the right through Ginza, then makes a slight right before the Wako store. After passing by two Thwomps, the course shifts left at a roundabout and continues straight (with a subway entrance and Akihabara shops visible on the left), then goes under the Kaminarimon left of the Sensō-ji. As the player slights right then turns left at a signalized intersection, the road makes a wide right turn back onto the Rainbow Bridge. Fuji TV's headquarters can be seen on the left.
The course also appears as Tokyo Blur 2R (reverse), Tokyo Blur 2T (with ramps), and Tokyo Blur 2R/T (reverse and with ramps). This route is used as the layout for the second lap of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's variation of Tokyo Blur in the Booster Course Pass.
Tokyo Blur 2 is the first city course that has been featured more than once in Coin Rush.
Appearances
For this course's tour appearances, see List of Tokyo Blur tour appearances in Mario Kart Tour § Tokyo Blur 2.
Bonus challenges
Goomba Takedown | |||||||||
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Icon | Course variant | Chosen driver |
Chosen kart |
Chosen glider |
Item Box type(s) found |
Number of item slots | Grand Star scores | Tour appearances | |
Regular | Peach |
Pipe Frame |
Super Glider |
Super Horn |
1 |
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Winter Tour (2023) | Mii Cup |
Tokyo Blur 3
In the standard layout, all of the racers start the course on the central span of the Rainbow Bridge. Just after the starting line, the road curves to the right through Ginza, then makes a slight right before the Wako store. After passing by some Thwomps, the course shifts left at a roundabout and continues straight to the Shuto Expressway, which is built along the Nihonbashi River. The toll plaza bar only opens when a driver passes through; the course then curves to the right. After passing by two Thwomps and after a wide turn up the spiral loop around the Tokyo Big Sight, a Glide Ramp enables the driver to fly out of Shuto Expressway and back onto Rainbow Bridge. Fuji TV's headquarters can be seen on the left.
When configured for Coin Rush, cars and buses will block off a lane in the highway and toll booth, making the collection of coins easier.
The course also appears as Tokyo Blur 3R (reverse), Tokyo Blur 3T (with ramps), and Tokyo Blur 3R/T (reverse and with ramps); the first two debuted alongside the normal variant in the Summer Festival Tour, while the latter debuted in the Mario vs. Peach Tour. In the trick variant, ramps are added on the Rainbow Bridge. Near the end of the bridge is a ramp with a Dash Panel on it. The Thwomps in the city are replaced with small ramps. After entering Shuto Expressway, there are ramps that replace the Thwomps on the expressway. The spiral loops around the Tokyo Big Sight has added ramps on it. The gliding section at the end of the course is replaced by a normal ramp.
This route is used as the layout for the third lap of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's variation of Tokyo Blur in the Booster Course Pass.
Appearances
For this course's tour appearances, see List of Tokyo Blur tour appearances in Mario Kart Tour § Tokyo Blur 3.
Bonus challenges
Ring Race | |||||||
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Icon | Course variant | Chosen driver |
Chosen kart |
Chosen glider |
Grand Star scores | Tour appearances | |
Regular | Lakitu |
Pipe Frame |
Super Glider |
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Summer Festival Tour | Morton Cup | |
Winter Tour (2023) | Waluigi Cup |
Tokyo Blur 4
In the standard layout, the track starts out following the same path as Tokyo Blur. All of the racers start the course on the central span of the Rainbow Bridge. Just after the starting line, the road curves to the right through Ginza, then makes a slight left before the Wako store. Not long after, the course makes a right U-turn near the National Diet Building and the Miraikan, then goes through a tunnel. The course then makes a sharp left to follow a small portion of Tokyo Blur 2 in reverse, going under the Kaminarimon next to the Sensō-ji, where the second segment of the course begins. The track then immediately makes a U-turn toward the Shuto Expressway; the remainder of the course follows the path of Tokyo Blur 3, entering the expressway through a set of toll gates before rounding the spiral loop around the Tokyo Big Sight. A Glide Ramp sends the player back onto the Rainbow Bridge, where a set of Thwomps on either side threatens the players just before the finish line.
The course also appears as Tokyo Blur 4R (reverse), Tokyo Blur 4T (with ramps), and Tokyo Blur 4R/T (reverse and with ramps).
Bonus challenges
Time Trial | |||||||
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Icon | Course variant | Chosen driver |
Chosen kart |
Chosen glider |
Grand Star times | Tour appearances | |
Regular | Red Koopa (Freerunning) |
Pipe Frame |
Super Glider |
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Mario Tour (2021) | Baby Rosalina Cup | |
Winter Tour (2023) | Metal Mario Cup | ||||||
R | Toadette |
Pipe Frame |
Super Glider |
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Yoshi Tour (2021) | Waluigi Cup |
Appearances
For this course's tour appearances, see List of Tokyo Blur tour appearances in Mario Kart Tour § Tokyo Blur 4.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Tokyo Blur makes its console debut in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe via the Booster Course Pass. It is the first course of the Lucky Cat Cup, and as such was added as part of the first wave of the DLC. Similarly to Tokyo Blur 4, it is an expanded and combined version of the first three routes for this course; however, this version dedicates one lap to each variation through the use of changing arrow fields.
The first lap is based on Tokyo Blur, turning left at the Wako store and making a U-turn past the National Diet Building. The second lap is based on Tokyo Blur 2, turning right at the Wako store and then left underneath the Kaminarimon. The third lap is based on Tokyo Blur 3, turning right at the Wako store and then onto the Shuto Expressway. The minimap has been rotated 90 degrees compared to the equivalent minimaps for the variants in Tour. Unlike Tour Paris Promenade, its hazards - Thwomps - have been retained (albeit with slightly different arrangements).
Tokyo Blur is one of three courses to originate from Mario Kart Tour to appear in the first wave of the DLC, alongside Paris Promenade and Ninja Hideaway. This is also one of five tracks in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe where players can hit the banner (causing it to spin), like Mario Circuit, DS Wario Stadium, 3DS Neo Bowser City and 3DS Rock Rock Mountain. Unlike the other courses mentioned, this is only possible during the final lap.
As with all other courses from Wave 1, this course's icon and lighting were adjusted slightly in the 2.1.0 update.
Sponsors
- Mario Electrical Support (posters)
- Bowser Technology (posters)
- Shell Books (posters)
- Kingdom Café (posters)
- Galaxy Air (signs)
- Mario Work Gear (signs)
- Bullet Bill Speed Trial (signs)
- Mushroom Piston (signs)
- Princess Orange (signs, vending machines)
- Boomerang Bros. International Airlines (signs)
Profiles
Mario Kart Tour
- Mario Kart Tour Twitter: Take a tour of a Japanese city in the Tokyo Blur course! Enjoy the sights as you take in iconic landmarks, including Mt. Fuji off in the distance![1]
- Mario Kart Tour Twitter: A giant dinosaur stomping around in the middle of a city? The Tokyo Blur course is like something straight out of a movie! The tricked-out Tokyo Blur R/T is waiting for you in the Peachette Cup![2]
- Mario Kart Tour Twitter: Japan's most famous city is back for for another lap with the Tokyo Blur 2 course. Those traditional kadomatsu decorations aren't just for show—hitting them with an item is a great way to rack up some extra points![3]
- Mario Kart Tour Twitter: It's time for the Summer Festival Tour! Return to the sizzling streets of Tokyo for some sunny fun. Blaze new paths in the Tokyo Blur course, but don't overheat![4]
- Mario Kart Tour Twitter: The Snow Tour is wrapping up in blue. Next up is the Mario Tour featuring Tokyo Blur 4, a brand-new variant of the existing Tokyo-based course![5]
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
- Nintendo Switch News Wave 1 DLC spotlight:
- This course first appeared in the Mario Kart Tour game.
- Some famous tourist locations in Tokyo were included in this course. Keep your eyes peeled while you're racing!
- The route changes depending on the lap―you may want to put in some practice so you don't get surprised.
- Nintendo Magazine 2022 Summer: This is a course inspired by Tokyo, and you will be able race[sic] past some famous tourist sites. You can also see Mt. Fuji, which has been registered as a World Heritage Site, off in the distance.[6]
Gallery
Mario Kart Tour
Tokyo Blur
Course icons
The course icon of the Ring Race bonus challenge held on this course
The course icon of the Do Jump Boosts bonus challenge held on this course
The course icon of the Glider Challenge bonus challenge held on this course
The course icon of the Goomba Takedown bonus challenge held on this course
Screenshots
View of the Tokyo Tower and some buildings
View of various sponsors
Mario (Hakama) tricking in the Kabuki Dasher
Peach (Kimono) tricking in the Quickshaw in Tokyo Blur R/T
Mario, Luigi, Red Koopa (Freerunning), and Gold Koopa (Freerunning) racing on the course
Tokyo Blur 2
Course icons
The course icon of the Break Item Boxes bonus challenge held on this course
The course icon of the Steer Clear of Obstacles bonus challenge held on this course
The course icon of the Vs. Mega Donkey Kong bonus challenge held on this course
The course icon of the Goomba Takedown bonus challenge held on this course
Screenshots
Toad (Party Time) and Mario (Happi) driving
Mario (Happi) tricking in the Quickshaw
Mario (Hakama) gliding in the Kabuki Dasher with the New Year's Kite
Baby Mario gliding in the Turbo Yoshi with the Baby Mario Hanafuda
Tokyo Blur 3
Course icons
The course icon of the Ring Race bonus challenge held on this course
The course icon of the Big Reverse Race bonus challenge held on this course
The course icon of the Snap a Photo bonus challenge held on Tokyo Blur 3R/T
The course icon of the Combo Attack bonus challenge held on Tokyo Blur 3T
Screenshots
Mario (Happi), Peach (Kimono), Mario (Hakama), and Daisy (Yukata) gliding in Tokyo Blur 3R
Daisy (Yukata) tricking in the Festival Girl
Tokyo Blur 4
Course icons
The course icon of the Combo Attack bonus challenge held on Tokyo Blur 4T
The course icon of the Time Trial bonus challenge held on this course
Screenshots
Mario (SNES), Mario (Hakama), and Mario (Happi) tricking, with Mario (Racing) driving ahead
Mario (Racing) drifting in the B Dasher Mk. 2
Dixie Kong, Mario (Sunshine), Donkey Kong Jr. (SNES), and Funky Kong gliding in Pipe Frames
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Names in other languages
Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
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Japanese | トーキョースクランブル[?] Tōkyō Sukuranburu |
Tokyo Scramble | |
Chinese (simplified) | 东京赛道[?] Dōngjīng Sàidào |
Tokyo Speedway | |
Chinese (traditional) | 東京賽道[?] Dōngjīng Sàidào |
Tokyo Speedway | |
Dutch | Tokio-Toer[?] | Tokyo Tour | |
French | Traversée de Tokyo[?] | Crossing Tokyo | |
German | Tokio-Tempotour Tokyo-Tempotour (before the Summer Festival Tour)[?] |
Tokyo Speed Tour | |
Italian | Neon di Tokyo[?] | Tokyo Neon | |
Korean | 도쿄 블러[?] Dokyo Beulleo |
Tokyo Blur | |
Portuguese | Velocidade em Tóquio[?] | Speed in Tokyo | |
Russian | Токийское ралли[?] Tokiyskoye ralli |
Tokyo Rally | |
Spanish | Circuito Tokio[?] | Tokyo Circuit |
Trivia
- The presence of Noshis in the R/T variant of Tokyo Blur references the kaiju.[2]
- In the trailer for the Tokyo Tour, Peach (Kimono) can be seen driving in the Sensō-ji section, which is only accessible in Tokyo Blur 2 and Tokyo Blur 4.[7]
- Tokyo Blur is the first city course and course in general to have its N and R variants appear in a tour, but not its T variant.
References
- ^ mariokarttourEN (October 15, 2019). Twitter. Retrieved March 16, 2020.
- ^ a b mariokarttourEN (October 19, 2019). Twitter. Retrieved December 7, 2019.
- ^ mariokarttourEN (January 1, 2020). Twitter. Retrieved March 13, 2020.
- ^ mariokarttourEN (August 26, 2020). Twitter. Retrieved August 26, 2020.
- ^ mariokarttourEN (March 4, 2021). Twitter. Retrieved March 4, 2021.
- ^ Nintendo Magazine 2022 Summer (Digital English edition). nintendo.co.jp. Retrieved August 16, 2022. (Archived July 29, 2022, 08:23:52 UTC via Wayback Machine.)
- ^ Tokyo Tour trailer