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Japan Pavilion Guide


Overview

 

The Highlights

Stunning re-creations of Japanese temples and palaces highlight this serene portion of Epcot's World Showcase--one of its better entries. Highlights include a five-story replica of the 7th century Nara pagoda, a huge re-creation of Kyoto's Imperial Palace, a wondrous botanical rock garden and a mesmerizing fish pond.


Work Locations


 


Attractions

Bijutsu-kan Gallery (1 on map)
The massive wood and stone Nijo entry castle with its huge sculptures of mounted samurai warriors beckons guests through the courtyard. Passing through it, visitors cross a wide bridge spanning a moat to the Himeji or White Heron Castle with its curved stone walls, white plaster structures and blue tile roofs. Its style dates from the mid 1300s. Inside, the art gallery is currently featuring a display emphasizing Japan's fascination with baseball.
Positions: Greeter.
Costume: ?

 

 

Merchandise

Mitsukoshi Department Store (6 on map)
Inside the Shishinden, the world-famous store which offers everything from ornate kimonos, vibrant-colored robes designed after the traditional Japanese dress, to Japanese toys and dolls, bonsai trees and authentic Mikimoto pearl jewelry.
Positions: Cashier, stocker, greeter, etc.
Costume: ?

Mitsukoshi Kiosk (7 on map)
Positions: Cashier, stocker, greeter, etc.
Costume: ?

 

 

Foods

Mitsukoshi Teppanyaki Dining Room (2 on map)
Sit around a large grill and enjoy the floor show - it's your meal. Your Japanese chef slowly bows to greet you. Then, polished steel and human hands fly faster than the eye can follow as this master culinary artist chops, slices, and stir-fries a gourmet meal as you watch.
Specialties: Grilled steak, chicken, vegetables, and seafood.
Meals:
Lunch and Dinner
Service Type: Sit-down Meal
Positions: Server, Busser, Greeter, Assignor, etc.
Costume: Traditional Japanese robes

Tempura Kiku (3 on map)
This intimate Japanese dining room encircles a busy food preparation area where sushi chefs create "edible art" before your eyes. Enjoy the tempura dinners of lightly deep-fried vegetables and seafood. Or enjoy a feast of sushi and sashimi so fresh it melts in your mouth.
Specialties: Sushi, sashimi, tempura-battered and fried shrimp, scallops, lobster, beef, and chicken.
Meals:
Lunch and Dinner
Service Type: Sit-down Meal
Positions: Server, Greeter, Assignor, etc.
Costume: Traditional Japanese robes

Matsu No Ma Lounge (4 on map)
Enjoy Japanese cuisine in a tranquil lounge overlooking World Showcase Lagoon.
Specialties: Beverages and Japanese snacks.
Meals: Snack
Service Type: Lounge
Positions: Server, Greeter, etc.
Costume: ?

Yakitori House (5 on map)
Overlooking tranquil gardens, the Yakitori House features yakitori (broiled skewers of chicken basted with teriyaki sauce) and beef soba (paper-thin beef simmered in a spicy sauce and served with noodles). Modeled after a teahouse in the Katsura Summer Palace in Kyoto, the Yakitori House also serves such uniquely Japanese desserts as green tea and ginger ice cream.
Specialties: Chicken, beef, and shrimp brochettes.
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Service Type: Counter Service
Positions: Counter service host, Busser, etc.
Costume: ?

Costumes

 


The "Candyman"


Foods Costume


Merch Costumes

 

 
 

 
Photo Album


Click on any thumbnail for a full-sized image:


Pavilion Overview


The 'Tori' Gate


Chef at the Teppanyaki Dining Room


Inside Mitsukoshi


The Pagoda


Inside Yakitori House


The "Candyman"


Foods Costume


Merch Costumes

 

 
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