Epcot - Japan

Here's a close-up of the top center of the gate. Can anyone read Japanese?


It's All in the Details

 

A nice, clear evening, perfect for a Pixelmanian IllumiNations viewing.


How Clear Is It?

 

Also handheld - used the lens' stabilization plus ISO 3200:

 

You've all seen the bear in the back of the Wilderness Lodge, right? Did you know about the giant robot behind Katura Grill?


Giant Robot Samurai

 

The official weenie of Japan.


Beautiful Gate

 

Another unfortunate victim of the Disney axe.


Grace and Poise

 

IllumiNations just ended. It's time to take the long walk to the front of the park. Be sure to take plenty of photos on the way out.


Afterglow

 

It looks better from a boat.


It Looks Like Japan

 

Did you know that the big castle at the back of the Japan pavilion was based on an actual castle in Himeji? Did you also know that the Himeji castle was restored in the early 2010s? Well, now you know.


Nighttime at the Palace

 

My, how those Flower & Garden bonsai trees have grown!


Island Trees

 

Same place, different year.


Asian Beauty