The "Osaka Expo" is about to be held.
"EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai" is scheduled to run for 184 days, from April 13, 2025 to October 13, 2025.
Some of you may have already booked tickets as part of your Osaka sightseeing plans.
In Japan for the opening of the season,Osaka Expo Official Website The Osaka Expo pavilions and event information are available at various locations, including
In this article, I, a resident of Osaka, Japan, will tell you about the highlights of "EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo" and whether you can see it all in one day!
Highlights of Osaka Expo <5
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"EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai" offers a variety of experiences.
<What you can experience at the Osaka Expo
Experience future technologies
Experience Japanese and world culture
Food for the Future Experience
SDG Experience Lab
Virtual Expo experience "EXPO COMMONS" etc.
By "experiencing the world of the near future," visitors will have a chance to look forward to a brighter future and think about global issues.
Here are "5" selected highlights of the Osaka Expo!
1. large roof ring
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One of the highlights of "EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai" is the "Great Roof Ring," one of the world's largest wooden structures.
Not only the originality of the design, but also the "view from the ring" is said to be wonderful.
Not only can you see the entire Expo site, but you can also enjoy the beautiful nature of the Seto Inland Sea and the spectacular sky.
It is also noteworthy that the area under the ring provides shade from the sun and rain, facilitating the movement of visitors!
2. flying car
"EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai" will also offer visitors the opportunity to experience the technologies of the future.
Among these, the "flying car" is attracting particular attention.
It is a next-generation vehicle based on electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) technology, which means it is a vehicle that can move through the air.
In addition to eliminating the traffic congestion that occurs on conventional roads, it is also energy efficient and environmentally friendly.
Visitors can also ride around the Expo site on the "EV Bus," a bus that runs on electricity.
It is environmentally friendly, and you can enjoy a quiet and comfortable travel experience without noise.
3. kansai pavilion
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The "EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo" will feature the "Kansai Pavilion," a pavilion unique to the Expo, which will be held in Osaka.
The theme of the exhibition is "The History and Present of Kansai's Eternity, Shining with Life.
The nine participating prefectures are Kyoto, Hyogo, Nara, Wakayama, Shiga, Tottori, Mie, Fukui, and Tokushima.
The building is designed to resemble a lantern with hexagonal shapes and white membranes, and the beautiful exterior with paper cutout designs and projection mapping is also worth noting!
4. shows and events
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"EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai" will feature a variety of shows and events during the Expo.
Examples include "water shows" at the Water Plaza, "projection mapping," shows on the "outdoor stage" and stage.
Hands-on entertainment that allows visitors to participate, see, touch, and feel is one of the highlights of the Osaka Expo.
It is a good idea to visit more than once, as the events and shows change depending on the dates.
Osaka Healthcare Pavilion
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At the "Osaka Health Care Pavilion," visitors will be able to experience Osaka's current attractions as well as its vision for the future.
"REBORN" as its theme, Osaka's history, culture, and food are introduced using AI and VR technology.
Visitors can also experience cutting-edge medical technologies that lead to health and longevity, as well as the food experiences of the future with the latest food technology and traditional flavors.
The fantastic space with light pouring down is another attraction of this pavilion, so it is definitely worth a visit.
Can I visit the Osaka Expo in one day?
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"EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai" is planned "so that visitors can fully enjoy themselves even for one day."
However, there is much to see and do at the Osaka Expo, where countries from all over the world, not just Japan and Osaka, will be exhibiting.
With 161 countries and regions and nine international organizations having pledged to participate, it is difficult to enjoy everything in one day.
Although it is "not impossible to enjoy the area in a single day," if you have the time, it is recommended that you "schedule your visit for two or more days."
Below are two key points for enjoying the Osaka Expo!
Point 1: Get a pass for multiple visits.
"EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo" has many highlights, as mentioned earlier, so we recommend that you divide your visit over several days instead of just one day.
There are many different types of tickets for the Osaka Expo, so you may want to purchase a pass for multiple visits, such as a "Full Year Pass" or a "Summer Pass."
All tickets will be reserved online, check below.
＞ EXPO2025 Digital Ticket is here.
Point 2: Narrow down the points you want to see.
To efficiently enjoy the EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo, it is essential to check the official website of the Osaka Expo and "decide what you want to see" in advance.
Popular pavilions are likely to be crowded, so be sure to make reservations "in advance" for those that can be reserved.
Some pavilions and events are reserved by "lottery," so be sure to check back early.
＞ EXPO 2025 official website is here.
Don't forget to make "advance reservations" for the Osaka Expo!
In this way, "EXPO 2025 Osaka-Kansai" can be enjoyed from a variety of perspectives: rediscovering the charms of Japan, experiencing life in the near future, and becoming familiar with global issues.
It is difficult to experience everything in one day, so the key to enjoying the Osaka Expo is to focus on the points you want to see.
Some pavilions and events require reservations, so be sure to check that in advance as well.
The Osaka Expo is finally approaching, and new information is constantly being posted on the official website and SNS, so be sure to check them out!
| Address | 1 Konohana-ku, Osaka City, Osaka 554-0044, Japan |
| Access | Approximately 8 minutes walk from JR Yumeshima Station |
| Holding period | April 13, 2025 - October 13, 2025 |
| Official website | https://www.expo2025.or.jp/ |
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