Nara Dreamland
Ancientland
Throughout Magic Kingdom style parks, the 'Adventureland' segment is usually divided up into different exotic locations around the world. One minute you could be in the jungles of Africa, the next being serenaded in a Polynesian room, followed by a pillaging plunder in the Caribbean. Ancientland will adopt those various locations within one unified land, yet adopt them instead to Ancient Mediterranean cultures. Ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome being the main inspirations.
As guests walk into the Ancient Egypt section, they can explore the Library of Alexandria, the world's first research center and university campus, or climb to the top of the 55 foot Lighthouse of Alexandria on the harbor. Transition across the sea to Ancient Greek philosophers debating one another in plazas, or Homer's epic poems brought to life in 'Pirates of the Caribbean' inspired water based attraction surrounding the tale of Odysseus. Or travel to Ancient Rome and envelope yourself in a Chariot race in the Colosseum.
All of the historical themes in Ancientland connect with one another. The themes of human ingenuity, critical thinking, and the discoveries thousands of years ago that pushed us head on into the future.
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Land Location
9 - Library of Alexandria アレクサンドリアの図書館
Walk-Through one of history's most famous libraries and learn about Alexander The Great, pupil of Aristotle, and his quest to preserve knowledge and wisdom in the world's first research center. Explore the volumes of texts and journals recovered over the ages. Guests have several options to make their experience here unique and unforgettable. First, they can take a 1.5 hour guided tour, similar to the former Magic of Disney Animation tour in Disney's Hollywood Studios, where you pass through a separate section of the library and witness an animatronic Alexander the Great, in a 'Great Moments with Mr. Lincoln' style attraction, where he explains his scholarly pursuits. Guests can also meander through themselves, sit outside in the debate plaza, or enjoy cuisine at the dining hall.
Interior Library Design Sketch
10 - Hirophilus Auditorium ヒロフィラス公会堂
Hirophilus was a Greek anatomist that spent most of his life in Alexandria, frequenting the library, and orating his findings to those who would listen. In this 30 minute animatronic show about the evolution of medicine and the human body within Ancient times, guests will be dazzled at how much contemporary knowledge was discovered thousands of years ago. In a Hall of Presidents style setting, there is a large projection screen that illustrates the evolution of medicine before Hirophilus and other Greco-Roman physicians join him on stage to preach about the promise of medicine.
Continuous shows run daily. Capacity: 1,200 guests per show
11 - The Ancient Lighthouse of Alexandria アレクサンドリアの古代灯台
Explore the Ancient Lighthouse by climbing to the 55-foot peak for an incredible view of Nara Dreamland over the sea below. Upon the ascent and descent, marvel at the design and craftsmanship that went into this thousands of years ago.
12 - Odysseus and the Sea オデュッセウスと海
Inspired by the oldest works of Western Literature attributed to Homer in the 8th Century B.C. (The Illiad and The Odyssey) you will embark on a voyage through the epic poems as you sail the seas with Odysseus. Watch as he encounters several mythical Greek gods and creatures such as sea serpents, and the guests get swept up in his adventures. The atmospheric attraction brings about comparisons to Pirates of the Caribbean, eliciting those comparisons due to the longer show scenes, impeccable detail, and nautically themed expedition.
Attraction Length: 12 minutes and 20 seconds; Capacity: 2,830 guests per hour.
Odysseus Concept Art
13 - Chariot Endeavor シャリオ
Inside the depths of the Colosseum is a mini-roller coaster type ride in a Gladiator setting as your quest is to outrun a roaring lion that escaped from the chambers. Guests reach a top speed on their chariot of around 32 miles per hour in attempt to thwart the beast.
Attraction Length: 1 minute 45 seconds; Capacity: 1,230 per hour; Height-Restriction: at least 38 inches tall
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Chariot Exterior 3D Design
14 - Plato's Symposium プラトンのシンポジウム
'Symposium', while today meaning a meeting, in Ancient Greece meant essentially a drinking party, so bring you and your friends to an Ancient Greek 'pub' of sorts with food, drinks, and entertainment abound.
15 - Convivium Hall ホール
The Roman version of a 'Symposium' - Latin 'Convivium' - is less of a drinking party and more of a 'dinner party'. Dine in this Ancient Roman dinner hall and feast on some of the food from ages ago. Being a quick-service option, no reservations needed.
16 - Banquet of Scholars 奨学生の宴会
Inside the Library of Alexandria, the dining hall (perhaps where the name on college campuses comes from) features a wide-array of a-la cart options from fish, poultry, meats, and wines from the Mediterranean region. Reservations recommended. Adult Average: ¥2500
17 - Numerical Antiquities 数多くの古美術
Explore a quaint gift shop featuring mathematical paraphernalia and goofy puns/gags, such as a math ruler t-shirt proclaiming 'I rule' as an Egyptian pharaoh.
18 - The Golden Ratio 黄金比
A geometrically ornate shop, topographically mapped with the Ancient world, featuring cartography merchandise and more. The most popular item being an Egyptian version of the anime mascot for the park, Chishiki, whose merchandise sales are estimated to rival Duffy in Tokyo Disney Resort due to her exposure in the parks. Egyptians also hold cats in a regal light, so Chishiki's themed merchandise blends in naturally with the edutainment of Ancient Egypt.
19 - The Aqueduct 水道橋
Embark and walk-through one of Ancient Rome's greatest as you gaze at a modern marvel of engineering for the time-period. Great photo-opportunity, something that is popular in Japanese theme parks
20 - East, West, North, and South 東、西、北、南
Quaint boutique marketplace in the center of Rome, named after the cardinal directions as all roads lead to Rome.