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Osaka–Kansai Expo Reaches 20.25 Million Visits Including Staff, Marks Milestone on Day 147

Organizers say the pace is the fastest for any post-2000 expo except Shanghai 2010.

Overview

  • The Japan International Exposition Association announced the cumulative tally and held a milestone ceremony at the venue.
  • Preliminary figures put general visitors, excluding staff and participants, at about 17.43 million as of September 5.
  • Three attendees were designated as the “20.25 millionth” visitors and received commemorative gifts featuring the mascot Myaku-Myaku.
  • The recognition ceremony was held in the media center and was also streamed via the event’s virtual platform.
  • With roughly 37 days remaining, Secretary General Hiroyuki Ishige encouraged more people to attend before the expo closes.