2025.04.11
【Check the 7-Day Advance Lottery Events‼】See the events to be held during May 4 to 10！
The “7-Day Advance Lottery” is an application system for pavilion and event admission that can be entered from 1 month to 8 days before your visit date. Whether or not provided ”7- day Advance Lottery” is for each event.
Please find the events to be held during May 4 to 10 are whether 7-Day Advance lottery events or not, from the below ”7-Day Advance Lottery events”, and apply lottery for the subject event by its due date.
※For applying the lottery, you are requested to make a reservation for the visit date and time. For details, please see here.
※For details of 7-Day Advance Lottery is here
※Event titles and contents are subject to change.
7-Day Advance Lottery events👇
| Kansai-TV[Okabero]Live TV recording | |
| 📅May 8, 2025 📍EXPO Hall “Shining Hat” ✅7-Day Advance Lottery events | |
 ⒸKansai-TV | |
| We will invite people by lottery to the public recording of the live talk show “Okabero” to be held on May 8, 2025. |
| 【Osaka Week】 | |
| 📅May 9-May 10, 2025 📍EXPO Arena “Matsuri” ✅7-Day Advance Lottery events | |
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| To be announced |
| A Spectacular Show of Water and Air “Under the Midnight Rainbow” | |
| 📅Every Day 【April, September, October】①19:10 Start （ 18:40 Open ）②20:30 Start （ 20:00 Open ） 【May-August】①19:30 Start （ 19:00 Open ）②20:30 Start （ 20:00 Open ） 📍Signature Zone Water Plaza ✅7-Day Advance Lottery events | |
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| “Under the Midnight Rainbow” is spectacular show that themed of “water and air” performed at “Water Plaza” which is symbolic area of the Expo. With approximately 300 fountains and water screen decorate the show. Furthermore, operating with the various devices such as music, laser, fire to create the stage. Please enjoy the spectacular entertainment show created with these resonate. Show is approx. 20 minutes. |
| EXPO SAUNA ‘TAIYO TSUBOMI’ | |
| 📅Every day *The schedule of the event may be changed suddenly due to maintenance of the sauna room. 📍Future Life Zone ✅7-Day Advance Lottery events | |
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| This sauna provides a completely new ‘co-creation’ space that embodies a ‘soft and warm’ future society, where the space covered with ETFE film* membrane material that transmits natural light is beautifully illuminated by LEDs and harmonises with the nature of Osaka Bay, which changes with the seasons and time. *ETFE film: high-performance fluoropolymer rolled into film form. It is attracting attention as a material that can replace glass for new architectural expression. |
Events to be held during the same period👇
National Day and Special Day
| Portugal National Day | |
 | 📅May 5, 2025 📍EXPO National Day Hall “Ray Garden” |
| Jordan National Day | |
 | 📅May 7, 2025 📍EXPO National Day Hall “Ray Garden” |
| International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement Special Day | |
 | 📅May 8, 2025 📍EXPO National Day Hall “Ray Garden” |
| European Union Special Day | |
 | 📅May 9, 2025 📍EXPO National Day Hall “Ray Garden” |
| Guinea Bissau National Day | |
 | 📅May 10, 2025 📍EXPO National Day Hall “Ray Garden” |
Various Events
| 【United Nations（UN）】UNEP and InfinArt.org ‘s Great Pacific Garbage Patch (GPGP) Environmental Art | |
| 📅May 3-May 7, 2025 📍EXPO Exhibition Center “WASSE” | |
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| The Great Pacific Garbage Patch (GPGP) Environmental Art Project, led by Dr. John Dahlsen and InfinArt.org, offers a groundbreaking opportunity to address ocean pollution through innovative art and technology. |
| Credit Guarantee Corporation of Osaka presents ”Waza Meet up Osaka” | |
| 📅May 3-May 8, 2025 📍Gallery EAST | |
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| Creative products made by small- and medium-sized enterprises in Osaka Prefecture using superior techniques are eligible for certification as a “Made in Osaka Brand.” At the event, you will be able to experience workshops and other activities by 20 companies, and the exhibiting companies will also sell their own products. |
| 【Hungary】The Hungarian National Dance Ensemble | |
| 📅May 4, 2025 📍EXPO Hall “Shining Hat” | |
 Hungary Pavilion | |
| Its treasure is the incomparably rich Hungarian folk dance repertoire. As the name reflects, the National Dance Ensemble is a dedicated custodian and interpreter of our national heritage and our thousand-year-old traditions. |
| 【Brazil】 Connecting Cultures Festival | |
| 📅May 4-May 5, 2025 📍EXPO Arena “Matsuri” | |
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| Musical exchange and presentation during the “Cultures for Co-creating the Future Week” We embrace the universal language of music in this gathering that brings together rhythms, percussionists, and musicians from diverse backgrounds. |
| 【The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement】 (1) Future Field Clinic (2) Red Cross celebrating Moomin 80 | |
| 📅May 4-May 10, 2025 📍Gallery WEST | |
 MOOMIN ARABIA | |
| （１）Exploring the path to achieving zero emissions in emergency disaster medical care. （２）Moomin celebrates its 80th anniversary in 2025. |
| Ryukyu Festival | |
| 📅May 4-May 6, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage South | |
 National Theatre Okinawa | |
| In order to revive the spirit of international exchange in Ryukyu Kingdom and to light the fire of hope for a richer exchange and coexistence with the world, Ryukyuan dance, Shishimai (lion dance), and Okinawan music, which were once used as tools for international exchange, will be performed. |
| Diverse Japanese Drum Show | |
| 📅May 4-May 6, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage North | |
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| Participants from various backgrounds (pre-workshop participants, adults, children, children with disabilities, and visitors) will perform and create a Japanese Drum stage together. There will also be a hands-on corner for visitors to enjoy the traditional Japanese performing art. |
| 【Saudi Arabia】 We Are Saudi Arabia | |
| 📅May 4, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage Outer East | |
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| We Are Saudi Arabia – Music invites visitors to embark on a vibrant musical journey that spans the Kingdom’s rich history and modern aspirations. This captivating program celebrates the fusion of traditional sounds and contemporary beats, showcasing the cultural evolution that defines Saudi Arabia. |
| 【Portugal】At the Time of the Cherries | |
| 📅May 5, 2025 📍EXPO National Day Hall “Ray Garden” | |
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| Born at the time of the cherry blossoms (an expression used by herself), Amália was considered one of the greatest ambassadors of Portuguese music and the most representative voice of Fado, expressing the deepest emotions of a people, such as longing, love and melancholy. Created as part of Amália Rodrigues’ Centenary, this concert brings together, in Amália’s name, the voices of fado singers Ana Moura, Camané and Ricardo Ribeiro, accompanied by a fado trio: José Manuel Neto (Portuguese guitar), Pedro Soares (viola de Fado) and Daniel Pinto (bass guitar). |
| 【Korea】Live Drawing Performance | |
| 📅May 5, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage North | |
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| Live Drawing Performance Utilizing Smart Pens on the Theme of Future Cultural Creation |
| ALL JAPAN KASOH GRAND-PRIX | |
| 📅May 6, 2025 📍EXPO Hall “Shining Hat” | |
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| To be announced |
| COSME FELICE Co., Ltd. Presents OSAKA PRO-WRESTLING FESTIVAL in Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan | |
| 📅May 6-May 7, 2025 📍EXPO Arena “Matsuri” | |
 OSAKA PRO-WRESTLING | |
| Osaka Pro Wrestling, a professional wrestling organization representing Kansai, is coming to the Osaka Kansai Expo! In addition to professional wrestling, there will be live music, food and drink sales, and much more. Please enjoy the Osaka Pro Wrestling Festival. |
| 【Poland】 Concert of the traditional music of the Silesian Voivodeship | |
| 📅May 6, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage Inner East | |
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| Concert of the traditional music of the Silesian Voivodeship |
| Chopin ART Duo & Visual Arts | |
| 📅May 6, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage Outer East | |
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| This event brings some innovation, combining concert of classical music with projection of live visuals led by Polish visual artist Ari Dykier. |
| 【Jordan】Jordan Cultural Variety Performance | |
| 📅May 7, 2025 📍EXPO National Day Hall “Ray Garden” | |
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| Live events |
| Japanese “SHODO” : Extending to the Future ～Sailing over the sky, sea and time～ | |
| 📅May 7-May 11, 2025 📍EXPO Exhibition Center “WASSE” | |
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| 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 the Japan 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. |
| 【Portuguese】Dino d’Santiago | |
| 📅May 7, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage Inner East | |
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| Musical performance- Portuguese singer |
| 【Saudi Arabia】 We Are Saudi Arabia | |
| 📅May 8, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage South | |
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| We Are Saudi Arabia brings the Kingdom’s artistic heritage to life through hands-on craft experiences. Visitors will engage their senses as they explore the creativity, skill, and cultural significance behind traditional Saudi crafts. |
| Kinseshyu Taishogoto Orchestra,Bon dance,Japanese drums,Shamisen | |
| 📅May 8, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage South | |
 Kinseshyu Taishogoto Orchestra | |
| Sing and dance to the unique sound of the Taishogoto, a Japanese musical instrument. You will experience a Japanese festival through a collaboration with Japanese drums, shamisen, and flutes. We have put together a program that allows both Japanese and foreign visitors to experience Japanese folk music and Bon Odori. |
| ~Let’s connect the world with portraits~ Connecting MANGA International Portrait | |
| 📅May 8, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage Outer East | |
 （Ｃ）Chikuhama Production | |
| We are accepting online portrait photos of people from all over the world who would like to have their portraits drawn. The portraits of those selected by lottery will be exhibited at the venue. A special portrait corner will be set up at the Expo venue, and portrait-making demonstrations will be held. There will also be fun performances. |
| 【European Union】 EU Day – Special Show | |
| 📅May 9, 2025 📍EXPO National Day Hall “Ray Garden” | |
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| The European Union invites you to a special show! Enjoy an immersive experience. |
| 【Osaka Week】 | |
| 📅May 9-May 11, 2025 📍EXPO Exhibition Center “WASSE” | |
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| To be announced |
| 【ASEAN Secretariat】ASEAN Secretariat Presents: Thailand | |
| 📅May 9, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage South | |
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| ASEAN Presents is a 15 – 60 minutes individual or group cultural performance from each Member States on behalf of ASEAN. |
| 【Saudi Arabia】 We Are Saudi Arabia | |
| 📅May 9, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage North | |
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| We brings the Kingdom’s artistic heritage to life through hands-on craft experiences. Visitors will engage their senses as they explore the creativity, skill, and cultural significance behind traditional Saudi crafts. |
| 【Hungary】Norbert Kael | |
| 📅May 9-May 10, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage Outer East | |
 Hungary Pavilion | |
| Norbert Kael, internationally renowned pianist, one of Hungary’s most renowned musicians. Pianist, and composer, mostly known for his crossover approach to classical and jazz compositions. Norbert creates a fusion of classical music and jazz, in his particular and special way, by using the rhythmical complexity, chords, and improvisation of jazz music, and melodic elements and also chord structures of classical music. His concerts are very popular around the world. His jazz approach to classical pieces makeds jazz and classical fans very much intrigued. |
| ~Osaka Week~Kamigata traditional performing arts performance | |
| 📅May 10, 2025 📍EXPO Hall “Shining Hat” | |
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| We will hold special performances of Noh, Ningyo Johruri Bunraku Puppet Theatre, and Kabuki, which are deeply connected to Osaka and are registered as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. |
| 【Guinea-Bissau】A traditional ethnic culture and the national ballet | |
| 📅May 10, 2025 📍EXPO National Day Hall “Ray Garden” | |
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| To be announced |
| 【Osaka Week】 | |
| 📅May 10-May 13, 2025 📍Gallery EAST | |
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| To be announced |
| 【Osaka Week】 | |
| 📅May 10-May 13, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage South | |
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| To be announced |
| Experience Osaka’s summer festival! | |
| 📅May 10, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage North | |
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| Summer festival in Osaka. It is a space that can be enjoyed without borders. Experience a time that can only be experienced in this city! |
| 【Saudi Arabia】 We Are Saudi Arabia | |
| 📅May 10, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage Inner East | |
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| We Are Saudi Arabia – Music invites visitors to embark on a vibrant musical journey that spans the Kingdom’s rich history and modern aspirations. This captivating program celebrates the fusion of traditional sounds and contemporary beats, showcasing the cultural evolution that defines Saudi Arabia. |
| 【Poland】 Concert of the traditional music of the Silesian Voivodeship | |
| 📅May 10, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage Outer East | |
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| Concert of the traditional music of the Silesian Voivodeship |
| 【Viet Nam】 Viet Nam traditional art performance | |
| 📅May 10, 2025 📍Pop-Up Stage West | |
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| The most beautiful and unique traditional music of Viet Nam performed by the outstanding musical troupe |
Introducing Daily Events 👇
| One World,One Planet. | |
| 📅Held every day after sunset during the Expo | |
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| A moment of hope connecting from all over the world, where the sound and video equipment of the entire venue, as well as visitors’ devices held, interlock and light up like the cells of a single large living creature. |