Meet the World, Audio-animatronic attraction in Tomorrowland, Tokyo Disneyland, Japan
Meet the World was an audiovisual show in Tomorrowland at Tokyo Disneyland featuring about 30 lifelike mechanical figures depicting Japanese history. The theater itself rotated during the performance so viewers could see different scenes and projection effects.
The attraction opened in 1983 and closed in 2002, operating for nearly 20 years at the park. It was created to tell stories about Japan's connections with the outside world across different time periods.
The show featured important Japanese figures like Sakamoto Ryoma and depicted how Buddhism arrived from China. Visitors experienced stories about Japan's cultural traditions told through lifelike mechanical characters.
The show lasted about 20 minutes and was suitable for visitors of all ages. The rotating theater design meant that audiences stood throughout and moved during the performance.
When it first opened, the show was free to watch because a major electronics company fully sponsored it. This was unusual since most park rides required separate tickets at that time.
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