food IS a theme park
EPCOT is full of fantastic dining options, merchandise, and experiences from all around the world, and you can experience them all in ONE park!
EPCOT’s Japan Pavilion
Each of the eleven pavilions in World Showcase is unique in its own ways, and some of the pavilions even have some interesting rules you need to follow. This is especially true over in the Japan Pavilion, so if you’re planning to visit soon, here’s one rule you’ve got to plan for you!
When you go to a theme park like Disney World, you’re likely already expecting there to be rules to follow.
EPCOT
For example — no running, no horseplay, no vulgar words or disrespect towards other guests or the workers at the park — these are all the rules you expect, but Disney World parks come with a few additional rules that may have you giving them a second glance. EPCOT, in particular, has a few rules you’ll definitely want to know about before you plan to spend a whole day there!
So, yes, we love going to Disney World to ride attractions, see parades and fireworks, and eat ALL the food (okay, mostly the latter because THAT’S OUR THING).
Mitsukoshi
But we also love to SHOP in Disney World, especially in EPCOT’s World Showcase, where you can find so many unique items. Now, we absolutely have a favorite store in EPCOT, and it can be found in the Japan Pavilion. Yes, we’re talking about Mitsukoshi because the store is SO huge, and we always find the best Japanese souvenirs there. Well, NOW is the time to visit Mitsukoshi because the store is having a MASSIVE sale.
Oh EPCOT, we just love ya.
EPCOT
Between your retro-futuristic vibes and multicultural representation, delicious eats, and stellar shopping — we can’t seem to get enough. Even though we’re in Disney World every single day, we’re still learning new things. And, there’s plenty to learn at one pavilion in particular!
A NEW restaurant is coming to Disney World!
Japan pavilion
Shiki-Sai: Sushi Izakaya is now OPEN at EPCOT’s Japan Pavilion, but just for walk-ins. Reservations are available for dates starting on August 28th, 2023 and we couldn’t be more excited to check it out. And now, we are one step closer to trying this new table service spot — dining reservations are open!
Dining options in Disney World are constantly changing.
Japan pavilion
Price increases hit some of our favorite restaurants, new dining locations take over old ones, and seasonal menus come and go throughout the parks. Thankfully, these changes can lead to exciting new experiences in the park, and Disney has shared that EPCOT would be getting just that this summer. Shiki-Sai Izakaya and Sushi is a table-service restaurant coming to the Japan pavilion, presenting a “festive dining experience in a sharable Izakaya-style.” We’ve been waiting for the news of its exact location since it has been announced, and now, we have a new clue about its potential whereabouts.
EPCOT is known for having some of the best variety of food throughout the Disney World parks.
EPCOT’s Japan Pavilion
From eating your way around the World Showcase during one of EPCOT’s many festivals to dining in a more upscale restaurant in your favorite country — you have options. And now, you have even more! A new restaurant is opening in the Japan Pavilion. Let’s take a look!
Did you know there’s a special holiday called Children’s Day? Some parents may feel like every day ALREADY revolves around their children, but there’s actually a dedicated Children’s Day coming up in May just for kids! If you want to celebrate, the Japan Pavilion in Disney World has got you covered!
Japan Pavilion
Speaking of the Japan Pavilion in EPCOT, there are lots of exciting things to experience right now! For instance, a popular experience just reopened for the first time in three years, and did we mention that the pavilion is home to one of Disney World’s most expensive restaurants? Now, starting soon, you can celebrate Children’s Day in Disney’s Japan Pavilion, and you won’t want to miss out!
We’ve slowly but surely seen more experiences return to Disney World following the park closures.
Japan Pavilion at EPCOT
Character meet and greets have bounded back, and most restaurants have reopened their doors. One EPCOT experience recently started welcoming guests once again and we went to check it out for ourselves — come with us!
It has been a busy week at Disney World!
EPCOT
We had a new restaurant opening, the start of Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, and lots of new merchandise, all within the past few days. For EPCOT in particular, there has been a lot going on, and today we’re sharing all the updates you missed if you haven’t visited recently!
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