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50 Days to Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai! Your Gateway to Exploring Japan's Hidden Gems
Running
from April 13 to October 13, 2025, the Expo is set to welcome visitors
from around the world for 184 unforgettable days. Organized under the
theme "Designing Future Society for Our Lives," Expo 2025
aims to inspire international collaboration and address global challenges
through its three sub-themes: "Saving Lives," "Empowering
Lives," and "Connecting Lives." The Japan
National Tourism Organization (JNTO) invites you to experience not only
the Expo but also the beauty, culture, and attractions of Japan through
its "Expo + Tourism" initiative. This is your opportunity
to immerse yourself in the Expo's inspiring vision while exploring the wonders
of Japan beyond the realms of the Expo itself.
＜Theme: "Designing Future Society
for Our Lives"＞
The
theme "Designing Future Society for Our Lives" envisions a world
where each individual can shape their desired way of life and realize their
full potential. It also emphasizes the importance of global collaboration in
creating a sustainable society that supports these aspirations. Expo 2025
Osaka, Kansai offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for humanity to
reflect on its collective potential in the aftermath of the unprecedented
global challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic since 2020. By re-examining
the way we live and envisioning new societal models, the Expo will provide a
platform for collaborative dialogue and innovative proposals for the future.
https://www.japan.travel/en/expo2025/about/
＜Latest Updates Leading Up to the Expo＞
International
Pavilions
A
total of 158 countries and regions along with 9 international
organizations have confirmed their participation. Explore your country's
pavilion and discover the latest updates at the link below.
Details
on International Pavilions: https://www.expo2025.or.jp/en/official-participant/
National Celebrations &
Country-Specific Events
The
Expo will feature a diverse lineup of national celebrations and cultural
events, ensuring excitement throughout the entire period.
Discover
the latest event information at the link below.
Event
Calendar: https://www.expo2025.or.jp/en/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2024/12/bfae59945b7c37365de59b54bb9c82ba-1.pdf
Domestic
& Signature Pavilions
Visitors
can explore Japan Pavilion, Women's Pavilion (in collaboration with Cartier),
Osaka Healthcare Pavilion, Kansai Pavilion, and 13 corporate pavilions
showcasing Japan's cutting-edge technology and innovation. The latest
updates on uniquely themed domestic pavilions are available at the link below.
Domestic
Pavilions: https://www.expo2025.or.jp/en/domestic-pv/
8
Signature Pavilions will present unique experiences reflecting Expo 2025's
theme.
Signature Pavilions: https://www.expo2025.or.jp/en/project/
＜Explore Japan with 'Expo +
Tourism'! Discover the latest updates on captivating destinations across the
country＞
Visit
the JNTO website for the latest updates on Expo 2025 and travel
destinations across Japan.
https://www.japan.travel/en/expo2025
Plan
your journey with JNTO's resources.
Watch
regional videos and choose your next destination!
https://www.japan.travel/en/expo2025/movie/
Get
inspired by model courses to plan your perfect trip!
https://www.japan.travel/en/expo2025/model-courses/
Experience Japan's scenic
destinations through traditional ink-wash paintings!
https://expo2025nft.jnto.go.jp/en/nft/
Enhance
your trip with JNTO's interactive tools
Book
sightseeing spots featured in JNTO travel videos!
Example
– Chugoku & Shikoku Region: https://expo2025movie.jnto.go.jp/en/chugoku-shikoku/
Get
your own unique NFT travel artwork!
https://youtube.com/shorts/UN-84HYhF5w?si=XhxzWDIMPCXKU24n
Discover
more regional travel insights at the link below.
https://www.japan.travel/en/expo2025/article/
<Discover
travel destinations across Japan that embody the theme of Expo
2025>
Saving
Lives
Daisen,
Tottori Prefecture
Daisen
offers a serene hiking experience through lush beech forests. Visitors can
choose from three distinct trails—Nature, History, and Full Course—each
showcasing the area's breathtaking landscapes and rich
heritage. A highlight of the area is Ogamiyama Shrine Okunomiya,
a tranquil and sacred spot. The shrine is home to Japan's longest
natural stone-paved pathway and the country's largest white sandalwood-paved
approach, both designated as National Important Cultural Properties, making it
a must-visit destination for those seeking peace and heritage.
https://www.japan.travel/en/expo2025/sightseeing/area-7/spot-19/
Empowering
Lives
Ama
Hut Experience
Toba
City's Shima-cho Osatsu in Mie Prefecture is home to Japan's largest
community of Ama — traditional female free divers who have upheld this
extraordinary practice for over 2,000 years. Deeply woven into the region's
cultural fabric, the Ama way of life remains an enduring tradition. Visitors
can experience this unique heritage at an 'Ama Hut,' where divers rest before
and after their dives, enjoy freshly caught local seafood, and engage in
cultural exchanges with the Ama themselves.
https://www.japan.travel/en/expo2025/sightseeing/area-5/spot-15/
Connecting
Lives
Kurashiki
Bikan Historical Quarter, Okayama Prefecture
The
Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter is a picturesque district renowned for its
white-walled storehouses, traditional Namako-kabe lattice walls, and
willow-lined canals. Step into its enchanting blend of history and retro-modern
charm.
https://www.japan.travel/en/expo2025/sightseeing/area-7/spot-21/
JNTO provides
a wealth of travel resources, offering detailed guides to Japan's must-see
destinations.
Use
JNTO's website to discover Japan's hidden gems and plan an
unforgettable journey!
Image Credit: © Japan National Tourism Organization
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