The Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition (hereinafter referred to as “the Association”) is pleased to announce the final event of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. “JR West Group Presents a Festival of Thanks and Departures ~Thank You For Everything~,” will be held on Monday, 13 October 2025 at the Expo site.
In addition, “MYAKU-MYAKU Around the World Exhibition” will be held at the Expo site on Sunday, 12 October and Monday, 13 October 2025.
“JR West Group Presents a Festival of Thanks and Departures ~Thank You For Everything~”
Date:
Monday, 13 October 2025
(Part 1) 13:00 – 17:00: “Hospitality” Japan’s Beautiful Culture and Tradition
(Part 2) 17:35 – 18:35: Expo Thanks Live
(Part 3) 18:45 – 19:00: “Departure” performance
Venue:
EXPO Arena “Matsuri”
Contents:
(Part 1)
・Hospitality with Sake
Carefully selected sake from all over Japan will be introduced on stage and there will be a booth where visitors can enjoy actually tasting them.
・Hospitality with Festivals from Japan and Abroad
“Festivals” from Japan and around the world that have been held at the Expo site during the Expo will be re-enacted. Everyone at the Expo site will be treated to a display of traditional festivals. A flag ceremony will also be held, with the participation of staff from each Official Participant.
(Part 2)
Artists who have been involved in the Expo will perform songs expressing gratitude.
*Performing artists to be announced at a later date.
(Part 3)
A video looking back on events from the Expo’s bid to the present will be screened, and a musical performance (piano performance, chorus, etc.) will lead the Expo to its finale, sending it off in style.
Entry Method:
Information regarding advance reservations will be announced on the official website and on “EXPO 2025 Visitors” by late September.
Organiser:
West Japan Railway Company
Co-organiser:
Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition
Notes:
The event may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
For the latest information, please check “EXPO 2025 Visitors.”
MYAKU-MYAKU Around the World Exhibition
Date:
Sunday, 12 October – Monday, 13 October 2025
Venue:
Gallery WEST
Contents:
Pavilion staff and other’s involved in the Expo have created their own, unique drawings of “MYAKU-MYAKU,” the official character of the Expo, reflecting their individual personalities and artistic style.
A variety of original works brimming with colour and unique expressions will be on display at the Expo site. Be sure to come and discover a fresh, unconventional take on “MYAKU-MYAKU.”
*The “MYAKU-MYAKU Around the World Exhibition” will also be held at JR Osaka Station (1st floor, Departure Plaza) from Wednesday, 1 October to Thursday, 9 October, 2025.
Reservations:
Advance reservations not required
Organiser:
West Japan Railway Company
Co-organiser:
Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition
For Reference
[WESTER Members Only] Priority Viewing Ticket & Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan Admission Ticket (Pair) Giveaway Campaign
During the parts 2 and 3 of this event, a priority viewing area (limited to WESTER members) will be set up at the front of the venue. Only those with a priority viewing ticket can enter this area. For more information, please refer to the special website below.https://wester.jr-odekake.net/campaign/detail/012026091701 (Japanese)
(Scheduled to be released around 15:00 on Wednesday, 17 September 2025)
Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan Admission Tickets Information
https://www.expo2025.or.jp/en/tickets-index/
(Events Bureau)