Expo 2025 Opens in Osaka with Global Participation and Futuristic Innovations

Launched by Japan's imperial family, the event showcases sustainability and technology but faces challenges with local interest and safety concerns.

The Expo 2025 was officially inaugurated on April 12, 2025, with Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako, and Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba attending the ceremony.
Over 160 countries and organizations are participating, presenting innovations in areas like climate change, urban sustainability, and advanced robotics.
The Expo's centerpiece is the 'Grand Ring,' a massive wooden structure symbolizing unity and diversity, located on the artificial island of Yumeshima.
Key attractions include a flying car, speaking robots, biogas facilities, and exhibits exploring sustainable living and future urban design.
Despite its international appeal, the event faces criticism over cost overruns, low domestic ticket sales, and safety concerns tied to Yumeshima's landfill origins.