Osaka, Japan, is showcasing its culinary delights at the Expo 2025, which takes place on June 7, 2025, at the EXPO National Day Hall “Ray Garden.” The event, which features food, dance, and music, is a tribute to the Filipino people’s strength, creativity, and diversity. The event, known as Hinabing Hiraya (Woven Imagination), is a stunning cultural showcase that brings the Filipino dream to life through vibrant performances. The event is perfect for Japanese friends and travel companions to experience what being Filipino truly means, whether it’s for the lechon or the tinikling.
Osaka is sparking curiosity, spotlighting cultures around the world by showing it off with one big bonanza of global expression! The expo serves as both an invitation and a deep dive into its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and cultural exchange. The theme this year is: Designing Future Society for Our Lives.
The event serves as a “living lab” for global collaboration and the power of human connection. The sprawling site on Yumeshima Island in Osaka will house more than 150 pavilions, including contributions from over 160 countries and international organizations, showcasing emerging technologies, cultural traditions, and pioneering solutions for global challenges.
The Gundam Pavilion, presented by Bandai Namco, is a dream come true for anime and sci-fi fans alike. The Gundam Pavilion promises a life-sized, interactive installation celebrating Japan’s cultural exports and engineering prowess. Combining virtual reality, robotics, and immersive storytelling, the pavilion represents a playful but powerful symbol of Japan’s global cultural influence and technological imagination.
Pasona Group’s Naturverse invites travelers to an unforgettable expedition with the Awaji Island Trip! This immersive travel extension invites visitors to explore Awaji Island, just an hour from the 2025 Expo site, through guided eco-tours, organic dining experiences, and a hands-on look at how Japan is weaving together tradition and innovation in sustainable living. Highlights along the way include the playful Nijigen no Mori theme park, with beloved Japanese pop-culture experiences, and the charming Hello Kitty Smile theme park, with the iconic character lining every ride and attraction around the theme park.
Presenting your boarding ticket to Awaji Island also gives you priority admission to the “PASONA NATUREVERSE” pavilion at the Expo. The Awaji trip offers a slower, soul-nourishing counterpart to the futuristic buzz of the main Expo.
Expo 2025 opened on April 13 and will be running for six months. The expo only lasts until October 13, so make sure you use the Expo’s Ticket Portal and plan your trips soon! With daily, seasonal, and passport-style multi-entry passes, visitors are encouraged to plan and personalize their Expo experience.
