This podcast, produced by Radio Kansai in Japan, offers a quick tour of the various pavilions at EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai. A smooth-voiced AI guide will accompany you on this journey. #EXPO2025
■The following site is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/tag/expo-2025-osaka-kansai/
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#016 Luxembourg Pavilion："DOKI DOKI – A Thrilled Luxembourg". (00:01:21)
The Luxembourg Pavilion is centered around the theme of "DOKI DOKI – A Thrilled Luxembourg." "DOKI DOKI," a Japanese onomatopoeia, conveys a sense of excitement, joy, and exhilaration.
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2024/01/26/553115/
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#015 French Pavilion："Amour," which is the French word for "love." (00:02:30)
The French Pavilion at the Osaka Kansai Expo will bring the concept of "Amour" to life through a six-month program featuring permanent exhibitions, monthly events, and bi-weekly live performances. Leveraging Osaka's reputation as a culinary capital, the pavilion will also house a bistro, a rooftop bar, a patisserie, and a boutique offering living heritage products.
Given the high costs associated with participating in a world expo, and the limited number of in-person visitors, the pavilion will employ virtual reality to extend its reach to a global audience.
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2023/05/30/507293/
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#014 Australian Pavilion： "Chasing the Sun," (00:02:47)
Australia's pavilion, themed "Chasing the Sun," encapsulates the nation's vibrant spirit, creativity, and the bounty of its natural environment. The pavilion's facade, inspired by the diverse and vibrant eucalyptus tree, showcases hundreds of eucalyptus flower varieties. The pavilion will be illuminated with changing lights that mimic the various colors of eucalyptus blossoms, reflecting the dynamic nature of Australian society.
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2024/03/26/563657/
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#013 Netherlands Pavilion：centered around the theme of "Common Ground," (00:02:49)
The Netherlands pavilion, titled "A New Dawn," features a striking 11-meter diameter sphere at its heart, known as the "man-made sun." This sphere represents both the sunrise and a future powered by clean, sustainable energy. It will be illuminated around the clock and open to visitors. The pavilion will highlight innovative Dutch technology for producing renewable clean energy, like hydrogen, from water.
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2023/06/06/508789/
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#012 United States Pavilion：theme is "Imagine What We Can Create Together." (00:02:10)
The theme, "Imagine What We Can Create Together," aims to create a space where visitors can envision a future where human ingenuity advances. The pavilion consists of two triangular wooden structures inspired by the Japanese aesthetic of "wabi-sabi," symbolizing simplicity and elegance. Between these structures, suspended illuminated cubes create a gateway to a spacious and beautiful courtyard, serving as a stage for various performances. Inside each structure, large LED screens display iconic American images and videos, forming a "canyon"-like space that invites visitors on a journey of American exploration.
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2024/02/07/554606/
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#011 Swiss Pavilion：three main themes ; Life, Planet, and Augmented Human. (00:02:45)
The Swiss Pavilion will be centered around three core themes: Life, with a focus on life sciences, health, and nutrition; Planet, addressing environmental sustainability, climate, and energy; and Augmented Human, exploring robotics and artificial intelligence.
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2024/03/24/563171/
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#010 Philippine Pavilion：the theme is "Woven". (00:02:19)
The theme of the Philippine Pavilion is "Woven," which is inspired by traditional Filipino textiles and symbolizes the creation of a better future by weaving together various elements. The concept is "Nature, Culture, and Community: Women Together for a Better Future."
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2024/08/29/586678/
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#009 Italian Pavilion：The theme is "Art Regenerates Life." (00:02:25)
The theme of the Italian Pavilion is "Art Regenerates Life," representing a modern interpretation of the "Ideal City," an iconic symbol of the Italian Renaissance.
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2023/11/08/539284/
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#008 Kuwait's pavilion：theme is "Visionary Lighthouse". (00:02:10)
"Kuwait has expressed its desire to create a pavilion that seamlessly blends tradition and technology, offering visitors an immersive journey through the rich history and promising future of the Gulf."
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2024/03/31/564915/
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#007 Canadian Pavilion：The motif is "ice" and the theme is "regeneration." (00:02:36)
The concept of the Canada Pavilion is "regeneration." The building's exterior is inspired by ice, symbolizing a river thawing and flowing as spring arrives.
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2023/11/01/537987/
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#006 Indonesian Pavilion： promoting capital relocation (00:03:02)
Indonesia's pavilion at the Osaka Kansai Expo is themed around a "ship." It promotes the country as a sustainable maritime nation and publicizes its capital relocation.
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2024/03/01/559193/
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#005 German Pavilion：the theme of "Wa," which signifies harmony and a circle, (00:01:47)
Centered around the theme of "Wa," which signifies harmony and a circle, the Expo's German Pavilion showcases the principles of a circular economy. Its unique cylindrical structure is designed to evoke a sense of wonder, while simultaneously symbolizing harmony and interconnectedness.
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2023/05/25/506429/
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#004 China Pavilion： Inspired by traditional scrolls featuring bamboo (00:01:42)
The China Pavilion Inspired by traditional scrolls featuring bamboo, this artwork explores the theme of coexistence with nature.
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2023/04/28/500777/
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#003 Austrian Pavilion：The theme is "Composing the Future". (00:01:46)
Austria's pavilion theme is "Composing the Future." They will showcase the country's charm through music.
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2024/04/18/567639/
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#002 Saudi Arabian pavilion：modeled after traditional Arab souks. (00:02:36)
The Saudi Arabian pavilion at the Osaka Kansai Expo aims to recreate the vibrant atmosphere of an Arab souk.
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2023/11/22/542022/
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#001 Belgian pavilion：The theme is "water". (00:01:15)
The Belgium Pavilion at the Osaka Kansai Expo will feature the theme of "Water" and offer Belgian chocolate and waffles.
■The original article at this URL is in Japanese.
https://jocr.jp/raditopi/2023/11/22/542075/
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