Celebrate Pinoy Pride at Expo 2025 Osaka — Experience the Best of Filipino Culture on Philippine National Day

Osaka has something spectacular in store this summer and fall, Expo 2025 is transforming Yumeshima Island into a global celebration of culture, technology, and innovation.

If you’re planning a trip to experience Osaka’s vibrant food scene, make sure to carve out time for this world-class event. One day in particular deserves a special spot on your calendar, Philippine National Day on June 7, 2025.

This special celebration at the Expo National Day Hall, also known as the Ray Garden, is more than just a cultural presentation, it’s a heartfelt expression of what it means to be Filipino. At the center of the festivities is Hinabing Hiraya (Woven Imagination), a stunning performance that brings the Filipino dream to life through song, dance, and storytelling. The event showcases the creativity, strength, and warmth of the Filipino spirit. Whether you're attending for the mouthwatering lechon or the captivating tinikling, this is the perfect moment to share Filipino culture with your Japanese friends and fellow travelers.

Expo 2025 is a global stage where cultures connect and ideas converge. With the theme “Designing Future Society for Our Lives,” the expo invites over 160 countries and international organizations to share their vision for a better future. More than 150 pavilions will feature groundbreaking technologies, cultural traditions, and sustainable innovations.

Highlights you shouldn't miss:

The Gundam Pavilion by Bandai Namco is a dream destination for anime and science fiction fans. Featuring a life-sized Gundam robot and cutting-edge interactive exhibits, this pavilion celebrates Japan’s unique cultural exports and technological imagination.

Pasona Group’s Naturverse offers a unique eco-tourism experience through the Awaji Island Trip — just an hour from the Expo site. This immersive journey blends traditional Japanese living with modern sustainable practices, including organic dining, guided eco-tours, and attractions like the Nijigen no Mori theme park and Hello Kitty Smile. Presenting your boarding pass to Awaji Island also grants priority admission to the Pasona Natureverse Pavilion at the Expo.

Expo 2025 opened on April 13 and will run until October 13, 2025, making this a limited-time opportunity to witness global creativity and innovation in one spectacular location. Tickets are available through the official Expo Ticket Portal, with options for daily admission, seasonal passes, and multi-entry passports.

Plan your visit, invite your friends, and take part in a world-class celebration that proudly shines a spotlight on Filipino culture.