, Japan¡¯s newest theme park, featuring jungle safari- and dinosaur-inspired attractions, will open Friday in a mountainous area in northern Okinawa, introducing a two-tier pricing system for residents and nonresident visitors.

The theme park operator, Japan Entertainment, aims to make it a new tourism destination in Okinawa, known as a beach resort, with the theme park¡¯s economic impact projected to be about ?6.8 trillion ($46 billion) in the coming 15 years.

Located in the village of Nakijin about 90 minutes by car from the island¡¯s capital and nearest airport of Naha, Junglia covers 60 hectares with restaurants, shops, and 22 attractions and stage shows.