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Held TodayNo reservation requiredExhibition~OsakaWeek~Timeless Retreat Envision a future urban retreat where silence and tranquility sharpen the mindA dignified, relaxed space in the middle of the vibrant Expo 2025 site. With a focus on chanoyu (tea ceremony), visitors can experience tranquility and mindfulness while learning about the culture and spirituality of Sakai. 【Venue highlights】 All experiences are free of charge 1) Enjoy green tea prepared just for you in a calming space 2) Experience tea ceremony and meditation in harmony with nature through bamboo artwork by Tanabe Chikuunsai 4th 3) Cherish fleeting life through tea ceremony and meditation surrounded by plants and flowers 4) Immers4the experiences transport visitors to another world 5) Appreciate the beauty of modern artists’ tea ceremony implements 6) Enjoy unique encounters with Sakai's open mind philosophy Visitors to the Sakai event site at Expo 2025, can participate in a drawing for Sakai Tickets offering discounts on sightseeing locations in Sakai. We look forward to seeing you at the Expo 2025 Sakai event site and in Sakai!East Gate ZoneOpen Time13/05/2025 09:00～18:00
Held TodayNo reservation requiredExhibitionOsaka-Kansai's Sustainable Growth and Vision (Virtual)You can watch a 15-minute video showcasing the relationship between the history and transportation of Osaka and Kansai, which continue to develop sustainably, along with their vision for the future. Plus, in the Hanshin Expressway Metaverse (VR), you can freely explore the Higashi-Yokobori River from the Edo period and the modern Minato Bridge. Enjoy the experience!Virtual SiteOpen Time13/05/2025 09:00～23:30
Held TodayNo reservation requiredLive Music~Osaka Week~Peaceful Oasis A grand stage for tea ceremony and hospitalitySakai is the birthplace of Sen no Rikyu, the great tea master who brought Japanese tea ceremony to its cultural zenith. On this comfortable, grand stage decorated with vibrant Japanese umbrellas and paper lanterns, both works of master artisans, guests may savor matcha tea presented to them as well as sencha, or infused tea, from the san-senke ("three great tea families") paired with tea sweets from long-established shops. ＜Venue highlights＞ *All experiences are free of charge 1) Enjoy hospitality and receive tea from Japan's "three great tea ceremony schools" alongside special traditional Japanese sweets 2) Special performance of a song from the NHK historical Taiga drama What Will You Do, Ieyasu? by Sakai City artist Wataru Inamoto, Osaka symphony Orchestra and so on 3) Photo op with vibrant Japanese umbrellas and paper lanterns dyed with traditional “chusen” technique 4) Listen to the enchanting shamisen, first introduced to Sakai through trade 5) Enjoy mesmerizing global grooves from DJ JUN TANAKA Visitors to the Sakai event site at Expo 2025, can participate in a drawing for "Sakai Tickets" offering discounts on sightseeing locations in Sakai. We look forward to seeing you at the Expo 2025 Sakai event site and in Sakai!East Gate ZoneOpen Time13/05/2025 10:00～18:00
Held TodayNo reservation requiredWorkshopsWakayama WeekWakayama Prefecture Week is an event that spreads the charm of Wakayama Prefecture through a variety of programs such as cultural and technical exhibitions, workshops, and product sales.East Gate ZoneOpen Time13/05/2025 10:00～17:00
Held TodayNo reservation requiredExhibition[KOREA] Taste of Korea: Korean Dessert TableTreat Your Senses to the Taste and Elegance of Korea at the Osaka Expo! Mark your calendars for Korea Week and Korea Day (May 13th) at the Osaka Expo! The Korean Food Promotion Institute is thrilled to present a special exhibition: 'Taste of Korea: Korean Dessert Table'. Come and immerse yourself in the sophisticated world of Korean traditional desserts and fragrant beverages on May 12th and 13th at the experiential booth in the L Festival Station. Get ready to experience firsthand the delicate beauty and exquisite flavors of Korea's diverse traditional sweets and aromatic drinks. Our friendly and knowledgeable experts will be there to walk you through the fascinating history and artistry behind these culinary gems, offering a unique opportunity to truly appreciate the depth and beauty of Korean food culture. Take a delightful break during your Expo exploration and let the captivating charm of Korea enchant you!Empowering Lives ZoneOpen Time13/05/2025 10:00～18:00
Held TodayNo reservation requiredOthersDiscover Cappadocia – An Immersive Experience by the Republic of TürkiyeAs part of this event, the unique beauty of Nevşehir, a city in the Republic of Türkiye, will be experienced through VR headsets, and local treats from Nevşehir will be served as small tastings to visitors.East Gate ZoneOpen Time13/05/2025 10:00～14:30
Held TodayNo reservation requiredExhibition[KOREA] K-Drama GalleryTo celebrate Korea National Day on May 13th (Tuesday), the Korea Tourism Organization will be holding the largest Korean experience event, "Korea Connected," at three venues (WASSE, Shine Hut, and Gallery WEST) at the Expo site for four days from May 13th (Tuesday) to 16th (Friday). From May 13th (Tuesday) to 16th (Friday), the "Korean Drama Exhibition" will be held at the "Gallery WEST" exhibition venue within the Expo site, with the theme "Connecting with Korea through K-Dramas." You can enjoy the immersive feeling of being the main character in a drama, with panel displays of moving scenes from popular dramas and a simulated experience of drama filming locations using VR. ■Inquiries regarding this event "Korea Connected" Event Office email: korea-connected@yomiren.co.jpFuture Life ZoneOpen Time13/05/2025 10:00～18:00
Held TodayNo reservation requiredExhibitionFuture disaster prevention experienceSEIRYO ELECTRIC CORPORATION is an ICT solutions company that responds to the various social issues faced by its customers towards a safe, secure, comfortable, and sustainable future. The exhibition will be based on the theme of ‘Future Disaster Prevention Experience’, bringing together the technologies and knowledge in disaster prevention and disaster mitigation that we have cultivated over the years. We are planning an exhibit that will create inspiring experiences and new surprises for visitors and contribute to the creation of a sustainable future society by changing people's behaviour even after the exhibition is overFuture Life ZoneOpen Time13/05/2025 10:00～21:00- Held TodayNo reservation requiredExhibitionTechnology to realise safe, secure, and comfortable cities in the future.Since its establishment in 1954, Sekisui Jushi has been developing its business in a wide range of public and private sectors through manufacturing that contributes to safety, security ,and environmental protection by utilising composite technologies. Under the group slogan of ‘Safety and comfort in the social landscape’, Sekisui Jushi offers products and services that contribute to solving social issues and realising a sustainable society that supports the safe, secure, and comfortable lives of people around the world (https://www.sekisuijushi.co.jp/). The exhibition will enable visitors to experience the lifestyle of the future under the theme of creating safe, secure, and comfortable roads, towns, and working environments.Future Life ZoneOpen Time13/05/2025 10:00～21:00
Held TodayWorkshopsEXPO SAUNA TAIYO NO TSUBOMIThe Expo sauna, "TAIYO NO TSUBOMI," is located at the western edge of the venue, overlooking Osaka Bay. This open, scenic waterfront sauna offers an immersive experience that embodies the theme of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai: "Designing Future Society for Our Lives. Petal-shaped air membrane cushions come together to form a single bud, creating a beautifully dynamic structure that stretches toward the sun, brimming with vitality. The energy of the sun, immersed in the air of the sea, plants, and wind, pours down onto the "TAIYO NO TSUBOMI (Sun Bud)." The delicate yet powerful membrane creates an environment filled with natural energy, harmonizing our minds and bodies and guiding us back to the core of our humanity. The space, enveloped by an ETFE film* membrane that allows natural light to filter through, glows gracefully with LED lighting, harmonizing with the ever-changing nature of Osaka Bay across the seasons and time. The sauna offers a completely new 'co-creation' space, embodying a future society that values “warmth and harmony.” *ETFE film: A high-performance fluoropolymer material that has been processed into a film. It is increasingly recognized for its potential to replace glass, offering new possibilities for architectural design. ※An event-style sauna experience guided by instructions from the staff. ※Please make sure to arrive on time. ※The event date may be subject to change on short notice due to maintenance work on the sauna room. ※The event details are subject to change without prior notice. Please be aware ahead of time.Future Life ZoneOpen Time13/05/2025 10:00～21:00
Held TodayNo reservation requiredWorkshopsAR/VR Linked Event: Giant MYAKU-MYAKU AppearingA giant MYAKU-MYAKU appears!? The "AR/VR Linked Event: Giant MYAKU-MYAKU Appearing" is a permanent event where AR participants at the Expo venue and VR participants using the Virtual Expo app can share the experience together. Start the AR experience by scanning the QR code at the foot marker in front of COMMONS-A Pavilion in the Empowering Zone. ※ Please download the Virtual EXPO app before starting the experience.Empowering Lives ZoneOpen Time13/05/2025 10:00～22:00
Held TodayNo reservation requiredExhibitionLinking the physical and digital worlds to create an open and flat societyGeolonia is a start-up company that provides digital maps for smart cities to governments and municipalities. Under the theme of “Linking the physical and digital worlds to create an open and flat society,” we will introduce our efforts to solve social issues by utilizing geospatial information. Our goal is a world where all kinds of data are linked in real time and drones, robots, and self-driving cars are utilized. We hope to realize a society where such information can be visualized on a map and instructions can be issued. To address these issues, we have developed the “Geospatial Data Interoperability Platform. This mechanism enables the creation of new services and applications useful for disaster prevention, transportation, etc. by integrating, visualizing various types of data through API. We will exhibit and demonstrate examples of solutions using this platform.Future Life ZoneOpen Time13/05/2025 10:00～21:00
