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Japan's Pavilion

Architecture and landscaping meld exquisitely in the Japan pavilion in World Showcase at Epcot.

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JAPAN'S PAVILION AT EPCOT'S WORLD SHOWCASE
    A pagoda which stands prominently in the showcase was modeled after an eighth century structure in Japan. The torii gate near World Showcase Lagoon is similar to the one in Hiroshima Bay. The structure which houses the Mitsukoshi Department Store on the first floor and a formal Japanese restaurant on the second was inspired by a portion of the Gosho Imperial Palace in Kyoto.
JAPAN'S ATTRACTIONS, EXHIBITS & ENTERTAINMENT
  • Matsuriza
    The propulsive, penetrating sound of Taiko echoes throughout the Japan Pavilion as this awe-inspiring group beat on their hand-made drums with a hypnotically stylized and synchronized fluidity, a powerful performing style emphasizing speed, harmony and strength.
  • Tin Toy Stories Made in Japan
    The immortalized figures of robots, astronauts, Godzilla and Mickey Mouse. These tin toys were once the favorite kind of toy for children all around the world and especially in Japan during the 1950s. Tin Toy Stories showcases many of these colorful toys that are now considered to be iconic of Japan's modern mass-market society.
  • Miyuki
    A delicate and delectable Japanese tradition, Miyuki takes ribbons of soft rice dough, much like taffy, and magically create dynamic dragons, handsome horses, vibrant flowers and much more before your eyes.
DINING IN JAPAN
    Teppanyaki Dining Room
    Gather round large grills and watch amazing chefs perform their culinary feats of magic. Five Teppanyaki dining rooms serve fresh fish, meat and vegetables are artfully chopped by master chefs and stir-fried before your eyes. Enjoy freshly prepared sushi made from the finest ingredients. Lunch, Dinner, a la Carte - Disney Dining Plan.

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