Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan Business Seminar and Networking Reception in Los Angeles
2025/3/11
On February 25, the Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles held the “Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan Business Seminar and Networking Reception” in Los Angeles to promote business collaboration through the Expo. (Host: Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition: Co-hosts: Consulate General of Japan in Los Angeles and JETRO Los Angeles)
At the business seminar, five Japanese companies (Mitsubishi Group, Panasonic, Pasona, ANA, and JAL) from the private sector pavilion exhibitors introduced their technology and exhibits for the Expo, whose theme is “Designing Future Society for Our Lives”.
Following the seminar, a reception was held for the participating Japanese and local companies and organizations to network and discuss collaboration. The reception showcased Japanese sake and regional food specialties from the Kansai area, such as kushiage (deep fried meat and vegetable skewers), takoyaki, and more. Participants also enjoyed a special appearance by the Expo’s official mascot, Myaku-Myaku, providing an opportunity to deepen their understanding of the Expo.
The 2025 World Expo Osaka, Kansai, Japan will be held from April 13, 2025 to October 13, 2025. More details can be found on the Expo website.

Remarks by Consul General Sone

Remarks by 2025 World Exposition Director General Yoshimura

Special appearance by official Expo mascot MYAKU-MYAKU

Networking reception
At the business seminar, five Japanese companies (Mitsubishi Group, Panasonic, Pasona, ANA, and JAL) from the private sector pavilion exhibitors introduced their technology and exhibits for the Expo, whose theme is “Designing Future Society for Our Lives”.
Following the seminar, a reception was held for the participating Japanese and local companies and organizations to network and discuss collaboration. The reception showcased Japanese sake and regional food specialties from the Kansai area, such as kushiage (deep fried meat and vegetable skewers), takoyaki, and more. Participants also enjoyed a special appearance by the Expo’s official mascot, Myaku-Myaku, providing an opportunity to deepen their understanding of the Expo.
The 2025 World Expo Osaka, Kansai, Japan will be held from April 13, 2025 to October 13, 2025. More details can be found on the Expo website.

Remarks by Consul General Sone

Remarks by 2025 World Exposition Director General Yoshimura

Special appearance by official Expo mascot MYAKU-MYAKU

Networking reception