Osaka Expo Visit #22: August 14, 2025

Note: Visits 19, 20, and 21 were wonderful, and spent celebrating Jamaica's National Day and playing Expo tour guide for a friend from Tokyo. Revisited the U.S. Pavilion (visit #2) and Portugal Pavilion (visit #13).

MITSUBISHI Pavilion

Step aboard a simulated spacecraft that first plunges us deep into the ocean, tracing the origins of life, before soaring upwards into the future in our magnificent universe —stars, planets, galaxies, and beyond.

COLUMBIA Pavilion

The Country of Beauty envelopes us with its vibrant colors, dazzling cultural traditions, and the abundance of natural resources that have long sustained life. It is a place where heritage and vitality go hand in hand.

The KINGDOM of BAHRAIN Pavilion

Celebrating the “two seas” that define its name, the Bahrain Pavilion honors the nation’s deep maritime heritage, which made it a vital trading hub. From crafting sailing vessels to metal works and the discovery of oil leading to a thriving manufacturing industry, Bahrain has evolved into a dynamic, modern financial center, connecting past and present with a vision for the future.

AUSTRIA Pavilion

A striking spiral sculpture—crafted from wood and flowing with musical notes—pays tribute to Austria’s rich musical heritage while inviting us to compose the future together. The pavilion celebrates creativity without limits, weaving technology, engineering, and art into new harmonies that shape the world ahead. Noteworthy for sure.

Less than a month and a half left of Osaka Expo, so stay tuned... still more visits come!

NOTE: I am writing and giving online talks about my Expo visits to share the wonders, innovations, inspiration, and cultural richness of EXPO Osaka 2025 with those who are interested, but unable to attend.

*All pictures and videos by Yvonne Burton