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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 Time11/05/2025 09:00～20:30
Held TodayNo reservation requiredExploration event【Osaka Week - Spring -】Tour to discover local attractions - What to See in the 43 cities and towns of Osaka -Experience and enjoy the diverse charms of Osaka's 43 cities and towns through hands-on, participatory events! In addition to Osaka’s proud food and tourism, dive into its history, traditional culture, industries, technology, art, and culture through the themes: “See it!” “Try it!” “Taste it!” ● "Minahare" Zone A display zone showcasing unique traditional products, cultural heritage, art pieces, and more, utilizing digital technology and 3D content. ● "Yarinare" Zone An interactive experience zone where visitors can easily enjoy workshops in collaboration with manufacturing companies, as well as regional specialties, history, culture, and more. ● "Tabenare" Zone A food and beverage zone where visitors can enjoy Osaka's food culture through regional specialty dishes, Osaka-produced ingredients, and special menus created for the Expo. ● "Stage Events" Various stage programs including performing arts, music, dance, talk shows, and more, highlighting the charm of different regions.West Gate ZoneOpen Time11/05/2025 09:00～21:00
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 Time11/05/2025 10:00～20:30
Held TodayNo reservation requiredExhibitionFrom Waste to Worth: How Biofuels Are Transforming the Energy LandscapeWe introduce technologies that generate new fuels from waste resources such as waste plastics and unused woody biomass. By utilizing chemical conversion and thermal processing technologies, these resources can be repurposed as energy. In this exhibit, we explain the latest research and manufacturing processes aimed at realizing a circular society. Experience the future of sustainable energy that minimizes waste and reduces the burden on the global environment.Future Life ZoneOpen Time11/05/2025 10:00～21:00- Held TodayNo reservation requiredWorkshopsArt Project: Connecting Lives to the Future through NFT Art and Technologyand now LLC presents our vision of a "Flower Circular Society" to the world. We aim to build a circular economy system where flowers that would otherwise be discarded after events and ceremonies are upcycled into "Japanese Flower Paper," creating a cycle of both floral life and economic value. Our initiative combines environmentally conscious practices that generate new cultural value with digital art exhibitions through our creator community "NFT PLACE" and metaverse museum experience workshops. Until now, many in the industry felt compelled to claim "we don't produce waste flowers" due to social pressure. However, we envision a near future where people can proudly say they "contribute to upcycling flower projects" with flowers that would otherwise go to waste. Through the combination of next-generation technology, NFTs, and art, we are recording our "Flower Circular Society" initiative on the blockchain and sharing it with the world. This project aims to address hidden waste issues and provide solutions to social challenges that have long gone unaddressed!Future Life ZoneOpen Time11/05/2025 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 Time11/05/2025 10:00～22:00- Held TodayNo reservation requiredExhibitionFuture Education: Jiugong Theory – A New Blueprint for Individualized GrowthWelcome to the new educational experience created by the Jiugong Theory. Distinctly different from traditional rote learning, our globally unique Jiugong Theory unlocks each child's infinite potential while supporting their comprehensive development. Our approach emphasizes creativity, imagination, and individuality, aiming to maximize your child's innate potential. At this exhibition, you can experience our innovative educational methods through our interactive digital system. Using our specialized analytical program, parents and educators can gain deeper insights into their children's talents. Our system comprehensively analyzes data from multiple aspects, including right and left brain functions, interests, curiosity, and personal preferences, to propose individualized development plans tailored to each child's unique characteristics. In the exhibition hall, visitors of all ages are welcome to freely explore and interact with our digital platforms. Through our analytical system, adults can discover their own success factors while children can uncover their latent potential. Together, let's discover the path to a bright future that harnesses your child's unique qualities through the innovative educational approach proposed by the Jiugong Theory. We aspire to help every child discover their potential and walk toward the future with radiant smiles. We invite you to experience the future of innovative education at this special event.Future Life ZoneOpen Time11/05/2025 10:00～21:00
Held TodayNo reservation requiredExhibitionJapanese “SHODO” : Extending to the Future ～Sailing over the sky, sea and time～SHODO, Japanese calligraphy, to the world A showcase of contemporary calligraphy works by Japanese leading calligraphers in the themes of Expo 2025, Osaka, Kansai, Japan. On display includes those of recipients of the Order of Culture, Persons of the Cultural Merits, and members of Nihon Shogei in (the Japan Calligraphic Art Academy). It aims to promote SHODO, the Japanese traditional culture, to the world through hands-on experience using the latest technology, workshops, demonstration of producing calligraphy brushes and other utensils, and short movies on the large screen depicting calligraphers’ creation at their ateliers.West Gate ZoneOpen Time11/05/2025 10:00～16:00
Held TodayNo reservation requiredLive MusicBrass Expo 2025Spot concerts will be held at five designated stages within the Expo 2025 venue. Following their participation in the Brass Expo 2025 Guinness World Record attempt, each participating group or school will perform at one of the designated stages across the site.Empowering Lives ZoneOpen Time11/05/2025 10:00～15:05
Held TodayNo reservation requiredExhibitionLet's look into the future together with the high-tech innovators of the Edo period!Techno Mirai Juku is a non-profit organization in which about 100 engineers gather to engage in activities aimed at co-creating a future society of dreams. In an effort to trace the origins of Japanese technology, we conducted a survey of 55 engineers of the Edo period from an engineer's perspective and compiled it into a book titled “Biographies of High-Tech Innovators of the Edo Period”. In the process, we learned that the engineers of that time embraced amazingly creative ideas and boldly challenged themselves to realize them. There are a number of ideas that we can relate to even today. On the other hand, today, between the dizzying rise and fall of technology and global issues, it is rather difficult to see the future, is it not? We would like to take a step back in time to the Edo period and look at the origins and genealogy of technology to gain confidence for the future. We want to link this to innovation. We want to touch and sympathize with their way of life in the Edo period, and enjoy discussing the possibilities of the future together!Future Life ZoneOpen Time11/05/2025 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 Time11/05/2025 10:00～21:00- Held TodayNo reservation requiredExhibitionFuture Tourism～Authentic Experiences of Central Japan～Chubu Bureau of Economy, Trade and Industry defines "Authentic Experiences of Central Japan" as new experiences that stimulate the intellectual curiosity of visitors by allowing them to actually visit the production sites of traditional and local industries, which are the origins of manufacturing in Japan. These experiences enable visitors to "engage with the production process," "feel the passion and thoughts of the creators," and "experience the historical and cultural background of the products being made." By promoting "Authentic Experiences of Central Japan," a new form of tourism that leverages the characteristics of the Chubu region, we aim to contribute to the increase of both the local population and the number of visitors, thereby facilitating the transmission of manufacturing techniques and revitalizing the production areas. The Authentic Experiences of Central Japan Committee collaborates with seven regional production areas and tourism organizations that support this initiative, providing exhibitions of "Authentic Experiences of Central Japan" that highlight the unique features of each production area and offering new travel experiences utilizing advanced technologies. We aim to promote the charm of Central Japan to the world and contribute to regional revitalization through increased tourism and consumption.Future Life ZoneOpen Time11/05/2025 10:00～21:00
