Originally Posted By mrkthompsn If any Disney imagineer browses these posts, could Disney plant a million Japanese roses throughout the Japan pavilion in spirit and support of all those who were lost and those who still endure this nation's hard times?
Originally Posted By FerretAfros I'm not sure that would be the best thing to do. First of all, I don't think there's anywhere near enough room in Japan to fit that many roses, let alone in all of Epcot. Also, roses aren't particularly Japanese; maybe something like cherry trees would be more fitting. On a more important note, I'm just not sure that a theme park is the right place for a memorial like this. There was discussion online after Katrina about doing something in DL's New Orleans Square, and while everybody did feel bad about the loss, few thought that there was anything that should be done on a permanent basis. Both NOS and World Showcase are for celebrating the cultures of unique places in the world, not mourning their losses. That said, I do think it would be nice if Disney could something at the pavilion in the short term. I don't know what exactly would be appropriate, but it does seem like they could do something until the country is able to get back on its feet.
Originally Posted By Manfried I understand Disney is donating $2.5 million towards the disaster relief efforts. Good for Disney.
Originally Posted By Mr X I think it's a lovely thought. Perhaps they could do something not so much as a memorial per se, but an upgrade or two to the pavilion celebrating the Japanese people and their beautiful country would be very nice. Roses are a nice idea, but since the cherry blossom season is almost upon us, a quick thing they could do would be to highlight pics or images of Japanese kids enjoying the beautiful flower viewings that always take place (and will this year, as well) around Japan. Thanks for your excellent suggestion mrk...much appreciated!
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo That does raise a question. Rightly the focus has been on the north and of course Tokyp being the capital. How has the South been affected? And although this may seem shallow, what about the old buildings and temples in Kyoto, Nara and Himeji Castle, I wonder how resilient they were? Given how old they all are and they are UNESCO heritage sites.
Originally Posted By hopemax And what about Nara Dreamland! I hope no one minds the humor, but I did have the same type of questions as Dave, about the rest of Japan. Is the damage limited to Honshu or are the other islands dealing with their own set of problems. Especially since supply chains have got to be a mess. How far down Honshu do you have to go, to where things are more "normal," that type of stuff.
Originally Posted By Socrates I think it's a wonderful idea. Who do we contact? Socrates "The unexamined life is not worth living."
Originally Posted By Mr X I haven't heard anything about any damage in the South Dave, I'm pretty sure the damaged areas are confined to the North of Tokyo (right on the border, too, you wouldn't believe the difference between Tokyo and then a quick 10 minute subway train ride out to Chiba...night and day!). Of course, I could be wrong. I certainly hope everything is fine there! A client of mine was in Osaka when it hit, and I asked him if he felt it and he was like "OH yeah". I think everyone in Japan knew this was the big one!
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo Thanks for the update Dave, I did wonder. And like I say, although lives are being majorly affected (and I have been channeling much positive energy), I was curious about the very old sites and how they withstood.
Originally Posted By Mr X ***And like I say, although lives are being majorly affected (and I have been channeling much positive energy), I was curious about the very old sites and how they withstood*** Oh, sure. If the situation had been reversed and the huge catastrophe had happened in the southern regions of Japan, I would certainly be concerned about such things myself! As it stands, as far as I know there was no historical or cultural buildings or sites damaged down South. To the North, as far as I know it's more along the lines of rural communities and villages, although I'm sure we'll be hearing many reports of loss up there not only of the thousands of lives lost and perhaps even millions of displaced people, but the loss too of special places and culturally significant areas that most of us aren't too aware of but soon will be.
Originally Posted By davewasbaloo thanks X, I didn't want to sound insensitive. In the interim, I am trying to get some of the local fundraisers to change focus so funds can be sent to help the relief efforts in Japan. I am halfway tempted to fly out myself, but I know without the links, cultural knowledge, or language, it would largely be futile. Let me know if there is anything we can do X, for you or anyone else. Dokie Dokie!
Originally Posted By mrkthompsn Here's some freaky effects in Tokyo: <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2f2Nw3j2fE" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v...2Nw3j2fE</a>
Originally Posted By Mr X Thanks Dave, appreciate it! Toki Doki right back at ya! (means "now and then", or "sometimes")
Originally Posted By mrkthompsn Happy St. Paddy's day BTW!: <a href="http://tinyurl.com/4bmqtzu" target="_blank">http://tinyurl.com/4bmqtzu</a>
Originally Posted By Mr X That vid is actually not in Tokyo, but Chiba. All around Tokyo Bay, including Urayasu and extending around, the reclaimed areas all look like that now! Those people on the grass had no idea what a dangerous situation they were in, it's my understanding that such liquefaction effects can act just like quicksand!
Originally Posted By vbdad55 stay safe X- thoughts are with you and the country. I have co-workers I deal with on a daily basis in and around Tokyo--some of which were in our offices when the earthquake hit..office suffered enough damage to remain closed as of today - people working from home where they can.
Originally Posted By DlandDug Great video that explains better than anyone here (myself included) why the Resort can't just be tidied up and opened tomorrow.
