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Taiko Drummer in Japan

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Taiko Drummer performing at Japan’s pavilion.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/30s, f/29, ISO 200, EV +0.3, 230mm focal length. I wanted to show the speed of one of the Taiko Drummers in Epcot’s World Showcase pavilion for Japan. To do that I switched to Shutter Priority mode and selected 1/30th of a second. These performers put their all … Continue reading "Taiko Drummer in Japan"
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Disney Pic of the Week – Japan

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2007 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D50, 18-200mm VR, 1/500s shutter, f5.6, The Japan pavilion in Epcot’s World Showcase is the theme for our Pics of the Week this week. This beautiful 5-story pagoda stands at the entrance to the pavilion and was inspired by an 8th-century shrine in Nara, Japan. Just step inside this … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Japan"
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Where in the World #214

Posted on by Erin Blackwell
Happy Belated Birthday, Lauren Thomas! I hope it was magical! I’m glad you’re finally feeling better, Mary Beth Tarbet. Good job on sending that healing pixie dust, players! Mike Venere, we had snow (your fault), then Spring, and apparently are headed back into Winter. Here’s a shocker: I got a cold. 😉 Here was last … Continue reading "Where in the World #214"
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An Exotic Dining Adventure at Restaurant Marrakesh

Posted on by Andrew Rossi
Even though the Moroccan pavilion in World Showcase has no attractions like some of the other countries, the pavilion is really an attraction unto itself. It is one of my favorite pavilions to walk through because it so completely immerses you into the sights, sounds, and culture of Morocco. With its winding back alleys and … Continue reading "An Exotic Dining Adventure at Restaurant Marrakesh"
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German Wine Selection in Epcot

Posted on by Barrie Brewer
Copyright © 2009 Barrie Brewer, Nikon D300, 18-200mm VR, 1/8s shutter, f4.5, ISO 400 The Weinkeller shop in Epcot’s Germany carries assorted German wines and accessories. The wine tasting is a good way to sample some of Germany’s different wines. The cost of the tasting includes a souvenir wine glass.
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Disney Pic of the Week – Germany

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Germany in Epcot’s World Showcase is a feast for the eyes and the stomach. Here you can eat and drink as every day is Oktoberfest in the Biergarten restaurant. Beer steins, wine, cuckoo clocks, dolls, pottery and hand-painted eggs by German artisans can be found in the shoppes outside the restaurant. While most guests leave … Continue reading "Disney Pic of the Week – Germany"
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Close Up of an Epcot Butterfly

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Butterfly close up in a garden in front of Italy in Epcot.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/200s, f/7.1, ISO 200, EV 0, 300mm focal length. I do not own a macro lens. Instead, I use my zoom lens to focus in close on small objects. This is what I did with the butterfly I found going from flower … Continue reading "Close Up of an Epcot Butterfly"
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San Angel Inn: From Mexico City to Epcot

Posted on by Andrew Rossi
When it comes to the countries of World Showcase, Mexico is one of my favorites to spend time in. While the pavilion’s Mayan pyramid exterior is certainly impressive, it is what lies inside that makes Mexico truly unique among all the countries. It is unfortunate that more than a few guests to Epcot do not … Continue reading "San Angel Inn: From Mexico City to Epcot"
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Epcot’s Eiffel Tower

Posted on by Scott Thomas
Eiffel Tower in Epcot’s France pavilion at dusk.Nikon D700/28-300VR, 1/25s, f/5.6, ISO 6400, EV -0.3, 116mm focal length. When I think of France, I think of Paris which naturally takes me to the Eiffel Tower. In Epcot, the France pavilion uses Disney’s age old trick of forced perspective to make their Eiffel Tower look as … Continue reading "Epcot’s Eiffel Tower"
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Katsura Grill Opens in Japan Pavilion

Posted on by Jack Spence
For the last three months, Yakitori House at the Japan Pavilion in Epcot has been ensconced behind plywood walls. The Imagineers had decided it was time for a change and this perennial favorite of many underwent a transformation. First, the restaurant’s name has changed. Yakitori in Japanese refers to grilled skewered food, more often than … Continue reading "Katsura Grill Opens in Japan Pavilion"
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