Press Release

The Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition (hereinafter referred to as “the Association”) is pleased to announce that HARUNA Ai has been appointed as a Special Supporter, thus becoming part of a group of supporters of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan (hereinafter referred to as “the Expo”) who lend their support with promotional activities. (Appointed on 30 September, 2024)

Special supporter, HARUNA Ai, is a singer who performs live every year, as well as appearing in TV and radio programmes, advertisements, events and lectures on human rights, and is also active as a businessperson. HARUNA Ai is also active in a wide range of activities, such as supporting disaster-affected areas and volunteering at children’s cafeterias.
HARUNA Ai will cooperate with the various promotional activities for the Expo.

Profile of HARUNA Ai
HARUNA Ai is a TV personality and singer, born in Osaka. HARUNA Ai gained popularity in 2008 for her lip-syncing ‘Air Aya’ performances and became a regular on TV programmes. In 2009, HARUNA Ai was crowned ‘Miss International Queen 2009’, and in 2010 HARUNA Ai was selected as a charity marathon runner for 24 Hour TV and completed the race. HARUNA Ai was appointed Honorary Ambassador for Tourism in South Korea in 2013 and continues to serve as a bridge between Japan and South Korea. At the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics Opening Ceremony in 2021 HARUNA Ai served as the opening performer, and her new song ‘Maboroshi the World’ was released digitally in July 2023.

[Comment from HARUNA Ai]
Ever since I was a child, I’ve dreamt of and longed to visit the Expo.
I am truly grateful to be appointed as a special supporter of the Expo, which is attracting attention from all over the world.
The Expo is the future and hope for our children.
Let’s make the Expo a success with everyone’s help.
I look forward to your support.

Commemorative photo at the inauguration ceremony:
(From left to right: KOBAYASHI Koji, Director General of Public Relations and Promotion Bureau, Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition)

（For reference）
■ What is a “Special Supporter”?
Special Supporters is a group of supporters for Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan made up of people, groups, characters, etc. with many fans that can use their influence to convey the appeal and philosophy of the Expo.
The Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition will continue to increase the number of people interested in the Expo by having various people join as Special Supporters.

（Enquiries）
Global Communications Department, Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition
Email: globalpr@expo2025.or.jp