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(Note: Applications closed on 30 April 2024)
The Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition is accepting applications for volunteers for Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan (hereinafter referred to as “volunteers”). As of 29 March 2024, the number of applicants exceeded 10,000, reaching 12,890.
To make volunteering more accessible to those who are considering applying, the Association conducted a survey of past applicants regarding their reasons for applying. The results of the survey are presented below in the hope that they will serve as an incentive to apply.
The Association is looking forward to receiving applications from anyone interested in volunteering, who wants to be involved in the Expo and can volunteer for three to six hours per day for five days or more during the six-month Expo period. Reasons for applying could include those such as “I want to make use of my volunteer experience in the future,” “I want to help people,” “I want to create memories,” “I want to interact with people from other countries and make use of my language skills,” and so on. The application period for Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan (hereinafter referred to as “the Expo”) volunteer positions ends on Tuesday, 30 April 2024. We have received enquiries about the dates of the pre-registration interviews and post-registration training schedule for volunteers. We plan to allow applicants to choose the dates that work for them.
Table 1 Reasons for applying
| No. 1 | Because I want to be involved in the Expo (42.7%) |
| No. 2 | Because I want to be helpful to others (9.5%) |
| No. 3 | Because I think it will be a memorable experience (7.5 %) |
| 18-29 (519 respondents) | 30 – 49 (418 respondents) | 50- 69 (1,090 respondents) | |
| No. 1 | Because I am interested in volunteering (16.2%) | Because I think it will be a memorable experience (16.0%) | Because I want to be helpful to others (21.9%) |
| No. 2 | Because I want to be helpful to others (15.4%) | Because I think I can use my language skills (13.6%) | Because I want to show people how good Osaka and Japan are (15.4%) |
| No. 3 | Because I think it will be useful for my future (12.1%) | Because I want to be helpful to others (12.7%) | Because I think it will be a memorable experience (14.1%) |
■ The number one reason for applying was “Because I want to be involved in the Expo” The appeal of the Expo is that anyone can be involved in the Expo!
Of the applicants’ reasons for applying, the most common reason, at over 40%, was “Because I want to be involved in the Expo,” indicating that many people with an interest in the Expo are applying. (Table 1) We believe that one of the most appealing things about the Expo is that it is easy to get involved in.
While “because I want to be involved in the Expo” was the most common reason for all generations, a comparison of other reasons by generation revealed differences in motivations and interests between generations. Many people in their 30s and 40s wanted to make memories through volunteering. Many of those in their 50s and 60s volunteered because they wanted to give to others, such as by helping them or conveying the good qualities of Osaka and Japan. (Table 2)
For Reference
[Outline of the Questionnaire]
Survey area: All of Japan
Period: Friday,15 March to Thursday, 21 March 2024
Survey method: Web-based survey.
Survey target: People who applied to volunteer for Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan
Number of Respondents: 3,942
[Outline of Application]
| Activity period | Sunday, 13 April – Monday, 13 October 2025 |
| Activity time | 3 – 6 hours per day / 5 days or more during the period *Participation is possible even if the dates are not consecutive. |
| Application period | From Friday, 26 January to Tuesday, 30 April 2024 |
| Number of applicants | Approximately 20,000 volunteers overall (* About 10,000 volunteers are expected to work at the Expo site, and about 10,000 volunteers are expected to work in the city and at the Osaka Health Care Pavilion. (It is possible to apply for both the Expo site and city if you can commit to at least 5 days at each) |
| Application Requirements | ・Must be at least 18 years old as of 1 April 2025. ・Must be able to communicate in Japanese. ・Must be able to participate in interviews and training sessions (no special qualifications or skills are required). |
| Unit of application | Individuals or groups (2 – 4 people) may apply for the interview. |
| Items to be Provided to Volunteers | ・A complete uniform will be provided (T-shirt, vest, hat, bag, etc.) ・Volunteer activity insurance (to cover the period of training and activities) ・Transportation and meals on the day of volunteering will be provided (2,000 yen worth, prepaid card, etc.). |
| Interviews | Before registration as a volunteer, an interview will be held to explain the details of the activities and to confirm the necessary requirements. Interviews will be conducted in person at a location in Osaka City on a date of your choice from among several potential dates, including Saturdays and Sundays. |
| Training | Basic training and training by assignment (separate leadership training will be provided for leaders) Basic training (online format, approximately 3 hours) will be conducted once between September and the end of December 2024. *Training by assignment (face-to-face, approx. 2 hours) is scheduled to be taken once for each desired activity, etc., after January 2025, on a desired date selected from multiple candidate dates. |
[How to Apply]
Please apply via the website or by using the dedicated application form.
・Internet Application
Please apply from the application page of the “Volunteer Website” of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan
https://www.expo2025-volunteer.com/pr/ (Japanese)
・Application by the dedicated application form
Please contact the “Volunteer Call Centre” of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan below.
The secretariat will send you a special application form.
■ Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan Volunteer Centre
The Volunteer Centre is open from the start of the application period to provide assistance regarding the application procedure.
Location: Semba Center Bldg. 2 (B1F), 1-3, Sembachuo, Chuo-ward, Osaka, 541-0055
Access: Directly connected to Sakaisuji Hommachi Station, Osaka Metro (Sakaisuji and Chuo lines)
Opening hours: Monday to Thursday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday: 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. First and third Saturdays of the month: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
■ Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan Volunteer Call Centre
TEL: 0570-036-035
Email:
Enquiries about volunteering at the venue:
info_kaijovol@venue.expo2025-volunteer.com
Enquiries about volunteering in the city and Osaka Health Care Pavilion:
info_machivol@city.expo2025-volunteer.com
Hours: Weekdays 9:00-17:30 (Closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays)
(Enquiries)
Global Communication Department, Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition
Email: globalpr@expo2025.or.jp