Innovating to Shape Tomorrow Society
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Innovating to Shape Tomorrow Society
Nestled in the heart of Kansai, Osaka, the city of modernity and tradition, opens the doors of the Universal Exhibition 2025 on Yumeshima Island, from 13 April to 13 October. Under the theme “Consulting the society of the future, imagining our life of tomorrow”, this global event transforms Osaka into a crossroads of innovation and culture, where millennial tradition and futurism meet to shape a sustainable future.
This 4-day getaway combining modernity and tradition will allow you to enjoy exclusive visits to this fascinating city and to discover the Universal Exhibition at your own pace with a 2-day pass. Live one of the most popular global events, where innovation and culture unite to imagine the society of tomorrow
Kansai
3 Hours Before Flight Time
Discover Japanese culture in Osaka through an immersive and privileged experience. Start by exploring the Sasuke craftsmanship, where you will be introduced to the secrets of making the famous Japanese knives and scissors.
Enjoy stunning views from the Umeda Sky Building, then be seduced by an exclusive tour of the National Museum of Art. End this unforgettable day with a tasting of Japanese whisky, a real delight for the senses.
Discover Japanese whisky, which dates back to 1854, is a unique marriage of tradition and innovation. Introduced during the mission of Commodore Perry, it has since evolved into a global reference.
In the heart of Nakanoshima Island,discover the National Museum of Art in Osaka is distinguished by its bold architecture, a glass and steel cathedral by César Pelli. This contemporary masterpiece conceals a vast underground collection spread over three floors, where more than 8000 works of contemporary art, dating from 1945 to the present day, await you. Under the metal structure that rises to the sky, immerse yourself in galleries that house both Japanese masterpieces and the canvases of Western masters such as Cézanne, Picasso, and Monet. Let yourself be carried away by the timeless beauty of these works, where every visit is a complete immersion in art, from visible to hidden.
Dominating the Osaka sky at 173 metres high, the Umeda Sky Building offers an unforgettable panoramic experience. This masterpiece of contemporary architecture, composed of two twin towers connected by a circular observatory, invites you to admire the city from a unique perspective. Coupls are spectacular views through huge windows from the “Floating Garden Observatory” and then climb the “Lumi Sky Walk”, where a phosphorescent milky track guides your gaze to a dazzling Osaka, particularly magical at nightfall.
For this first day of exhibition, and after breakfast, you will start with a private transfer to the site of the Osaka 2025 Universal Expo, where you will have the opportunity to dive into a global innovation laboratory. Explore the pavilions of more than 160 countries at your own pace, each with solutions for the Sustainable Development Goals. After a fascinating day, the return being free, you can choose to extend your experience according to your desires or return to your hotel at your convenience.
It is after breakfast that your driver will pick you up from your hotel, in order to take you back to the exhibition site, for a second day rich in discoveries. A unique opportunity to capture cutting-edge opportunities for community-based innovation. At the end of the tour, take advantage of a flexible return to explore more or return to your hotel at your own pace, depending on your preference.
To conclude your stay in Osaka, enjoy a free day to explore the city at your own pace. Discover the majestic Osaka Castle and its green park, visit the Sumiyoshi-taisha Shrine or Shitenna-ji Temple, one of the oldest in the country. Soak up the bustle of the Namba and Datonbori neighborhoods. And if you’re just in the early days of your exploration of Japan, don’t miss a trip to nearby Kansai cities such as Nara, Kyoto, or Himeji..
