pencil it in: March to September '05
the next World Expo is being held in Nagoya, and i'm definitely going to head down to it. my pal Cem may wind up working there for the duration of it. the theme for the entire expo is nature's wisdom.
"Theme : NATURE'S WISDOM
This is not a theme that we have chosen lightly. Lacking vast open spaces and abundant mineral resources, Japan has achieved its current economic development and prosperity through the diligence and ingenuity of its people. Yet in the process we have inadvertently sacrificed our human values on the altar of economic efficiency."
"The Japan Association for the 2005 World Exposition will conduct a Robot Project at EXPO 2005. The project will feature working robots that clean, patrol, guide visitors, and perform other tasks, as well as prototype robots."
oh, and of course, the mascots are way funny:
"Kiccoro ( Forest Child )"
The Forest Child has only just been born. Jumping around everywhere, he's (she's) full of energy! The Forest Child wants to see and do everything! He's (she's) looking forward to making lots of friends at the Expo.
"Morizo ( Forest Grand Father )"
The Forest Grandfather has been living in the forest since long ago. He's an easy-going and kind old man, he has seen many things and knows everything, but he hasn't lost his curiosity. Hearing about the Expo, he's enthusiastic about lending a hand.