Latest Events in Osaka(January Updated)

Overview Theme: Designing Future Society for Our Lives Subthemes: Saving Lives Empowering Lives Connecting Lives Concept: People's Living Lab 1. A space where 8 billion people from around the world will not only view exhibits but will co-create our future society. 2.Even before the Expo begins, an online platform for sharing challenges and solutions from around the world will be launched. 3.A place where the world’s knowledge such as cutting-edge technology will be brought together, used to create new ideas, and shared, all to help resolve global issues facing mankind. Purpose World Expo has both cohesive and communication capabilities. We will use these capabilities as a trigger to sustain growth and development of Osaka, Kansai as well as Japan following on from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics. What is a World Expo? A World Expo is an event that brings together people and innovations from around the world in an effort to address issues facing humankind on a global scale. The Osaka Expo 1970, Japan’s, and Asia’s, first ever, became a symbol of Japan’s rapid economic growth and one of the country’s most lauded events. Twenty years after the Aichi Expo 2005, Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai will bring the international community back to Japan. A World Exposition is a place, where new technologies and products are born, triggering greater convenience in our daily lives. Elevator (New York Exhibition, 1853), telephone (Philadelphia Centennial Exposition, 1876) Family restaurants, wireless telephones, electric cars, moving sidewalks (Expo 1970 Osaka) Entry tickets embedded with IC chips, AED, dry mist (Aichi Exposition, 2005) Goals of Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai To contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)Achievement of Japan’s national strategy Society 5.0EXPO for SDGs In 2025, the world will be a mere five years away from 2030, the year the United Nations has set as the target for achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), making it a crucial one for ramping up efforts to achieve these goals. Therefore, Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai will become a key platform for reaching the SDGs by 2030. The key is “Society 5.0” “Society 5.0” is Japan’s national strategy to develop a human-centered society that progresses economically and resolves social issues through a system that combines both cyber and physical spaces in a sophisticated manner. It refers to a new form of society chronologically following hunting, farming, industry, and information societies. A society that is able to resolve a variety of issues on a global scale with technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), Artificial Intelligence (AI), robotics, big data, and biotechnology is a society that will have achieved the SDGs. What we will realise at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai Bringing together the wisdom of the world, including breakthrough technologies, to create and communicate new ideasExpansion of domestic and overseas investmentCreation of innovation through activation of human interactionActivation of regional economies and small and medium enterprisesA chance to communicate the wealth of Japan’s cultureThe multiple merits of a world expo held in Osaka, Kansai, Japan Activation of Japan’s economy and the Osaka, Kansai regional economy, and strengthened management of small and medium enterprises resulting from expanded business opportunities are expected to have an economic ripple effect of about JPY 2 trillion.Further development of Osaka, Kansai’s world-class life sciences and biomedical achievements through new innovation in line with Expo’s theme.Further enrichment of Osaka, Kansai’s proud, long history and culture through interaction with foreign cultures, and elevation of its global recognition.Enabling Japan’s young, next-generation creators in a variety of fields to communicate their talents to the world.Japan possesses one of the safest environments and most advanced transport infrastructure in the world, and Osaka, Kansai can be easily accessed from major cities in the world.

Fishing Show Osaka goal is to promote information sharing among involved traders and users by exhibiting a wide range of fishing tools and related products Fishing Show Osaka goal is to promote information sharing among involved traders and users by exhibiting a wide range of fishing tools and related products while explaining the movement of the market in a clear manner. It also focuses on expanding the bottom line of the fishing population and promote the improvement of fishing manner, environmental preservation, and handing down fishing culture. Information Source: Osaka Fishing Tackle Cooperative Association | expotobi

Medical IT EXPO is specialised B to B medical IT exhibition for IT solutions/services for hospitals, clinics and nursing facilities Medical IT EXPO is specialised B to B medical IT exhibition for IT solutions/services for hospitals, clinics and nursing facilities. Gathering attention to systems inside the facilities, remote medical care, regional cooperation, mobile and wearable devices, healthcare practitioners (administrative director, hospital director, clerical supervisor, IT department, doctor and nurse) from around West Japan will visit the show. Please exhibit at this show in order to expand your business in hospital/welfare field. Information Source: Reed Exhibitions Japan Ltd. | expotobi

The Mobac Show 2025, also known as the Machinery Materials Marketing Of Bakery And Confectionery Show, is a highly regarded business show both in Japan and abroad. This event showcases a comprehensive range of machinery, equipment, tools, raw materials, and sub-materials that are essential for the bakery and confectionery industries. With a strong focus on promoting the development of new technologies and products, the Mobac Show 2025 is dedicated to showcasing bakery and confectionery machinery, raw materials and sub-materials, packaging machines, and other equipment and tools related to the industry. Additionally, it serves as a platform for exchanging valuable market information, thereby contributing to the growth of the food industry and the enhancement of food culture. The event will take place at INTEX Osaka, located at 1 Chome-5-102 Nankōkita, Suminoe-ku, Ōsaka-shi, Ōsaka-fu 559-0034, Japan, from February 18th to February 21st, 2025. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the latest advancements in the bakery and confectionery sector at the Mobac Show 2025 in Osaka.

The Osaka Castle Illuminage, which is popular every year, will be held again this year! There are many areas that reproduce Osaka's history, areas that reproduce Osaka's famous spots, and areas for enjoying activities. You can enjoy the fantastic illuminations throughout Osaka.

The Osaka Castle Illuminage, which is popular every year, will be held again this year! There are many areas that reproduce Osaka's history, areas that reproduce Osaka's famous spots, and areas for enjoying activities. You can enjoy the fantastic illuminations throughout Osaka.

Official Hige DandiSM's first stadium live recording "OFFICIAL HIGE DANDISM LIVE at STADIUM 2025" has been decided. It will be held at Osaka Yanmar Stadium on May 17 (Saturday) and 18 (Sunday), 2025, and at Kanagawa Nissan Stadium on May 31 (Saturday) and June 1 (Sunday).

The Monster Hunter 20th Anniversary Great Hunting Exhibition Osaka will be held in Osaka, Japan from February 20, 2025 to April 5, 2025. This Osaka exhibition will provide "Anniversary Theater", "Weapon Projection", "Equipment Interaction", "Monster Encyclopedia AR Experience", "Black Dragon Invasion" and sales of Great Hunting Exhibition commemorative peripheral products.

Popular K-pop girls group Billlie announced the dates and cities for their world tour concert 'Our FLOWERLD (Belllie've You)'. According to the currently released schedule, the tour will kick off in Hong Kong in February 2025, followed by Taipei, Bangkok, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne, Brisbane, Sydney, Osaka and Yokohama. Billlie World Tour 'Our FLOWERLD (Belllie've You)' will take place in Osaka on February 27, 2025.

Utagawa Kuniyoshi (1797-1861), a late Edo period ukiyo-e artist, is known for his unique creativity and novel designs, and is very popular both in Japan and abroad. This exhibition is the final edition of Kuniyoshi's exhibition, and will display about 300 works, including ukiyo-e prints of various themes such as warrior paintings and opera paintings, as well as precious hand-painted paintings.

Seafood Show Osaka 2025 will showcase a wide array of seafood products, services, and innovations related to the fisheries industry. This event is scheduled to take place at the ATC Hall in Osaka, Japan, from February 19 to February 20, 2025. Visitors can expect to explore the latest trends and developments in the seafood sector, network with industry professionals, and discover new opportunities for business growth. Join us at Seafood Show Osaka 2025 to stay informed and connected within the dynamic world of seafood and fisheries.

It is often said that it is difficult to understand what is depicted in 20th century art. But is that really the case? The 20th century, which experienced major wars in succession and is also known as the "century of refugees," was a time when many artists were forced to leave the lands they were used to living in and emigrate. In particular, artists who traveled to the United States pioneered new forms of expression, such as abstract expressionism, pop art, and minimal art, by promoting abstract expressionism. At the same time, the loneliness and alienation they felt in a foreign land continued to smolder deep questions that could not be easily answered, such as who they were and what art is. This was spurred on by the capitalist society of mass production and mass consumption. For example, after the sudden death of Marilyn Monroe in 1962, Warhol often created works with her as the subject, but we must not ignore the inner conflict of the great actress engraved in her death. The self that we really want to be, and the self that is forced to play the role of a seductive woman for the sake of a consumer society. Perhaps a similar conflict led Warhol to utter these not-so-simple words: "If you want to know everything about Andy Warhol... just look at the surface. That's where I am. There's nothing behind." Don't overthink it, start by taking a good look at the "surface." Enjoy the various "surfaces" with your eyes and heart, featuring 39 pieces of 20th century art from the Ohara Museum of Art (originally planned to be 35 pieces) and the Yakushi Nyorai standing statue (special exhibit) from our museum's collection.

It is often said that it is difficult to understand what is depicted in 20th century art. But is that really the case? The 20th century, which experienced major wars in succession and is also known as the "century of refugees," was a time when many artists were forced to leave the lands they were used to living in and emigrate. In particular, artists who traveled to the United States pioneered new forms of expression, such as abstract expressionism, pop art, and minimal art, by promoting abstract expressionism. At the same time, the loneliness and alienation they felt in a foreign land continued to smolder deep questions that could not be easily answered, such as who they were and what art is. This was spurred on by the capitalist society of mass production and mass consumption. For example, after the sudden death of Marilyn Monroe in 1962, Warhol often created works with her as the subject, but we must not ignore the inner conflict of the great actress engraved in her death. The self that we really want to be, and the self that is forced to play the role of a seductive woman for the sake of a consumer society. Perhaps a similar conflict led Warhol to utter these not-so-simple words: "If you want to know everything about Andy Warhol... just look at the surface. That's where I am. There's nothing behind." Don't overthink it, start by taking a good look at the "surface." Enjoy the various "surfaces" with your eyes and heart, featuring 39 pieces of 20th century art from the Ohara Museum of Art (originally planned to be 35 pieces) and the Yakushi Nyorai standing statue (special exhibit) from our museum's collection.