EXPO 2025 OSAKA, KANSAI, JAPAN

MAIN THEME

Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, embraces the theme “Designing Future Society for Our Lives.” This theme encourages individuals worldwide to contemplate their ideal ways of living and to collaborate in creating a sustainable society that supports these aspirations.

Three Sub-Themes

To further clarify the main theme, the Expo introduces three important sub-themes.

Saving Lives

Focuses on addressing challenges that threaten human existence and the planet, such as preventing infectious diseases, disaster preparedness, and environmental harmony.

Empowering Lives

Aims to enable individuals to lead fulfilling and prosperous lives by emphasizing health, well-being, and personal development.

Connecting Lives

Seeks to enrich society by fostering connections among people, cultures, and ideas, promoting inclusivity and mutual understanding.

Official Theme Song

The official theme song of Expo 2025 is ``Kono Hoshi no Tsuzuki wo.`` Sheet music for various arrangements, including wind ensemble, orchestra, piano solo, choir, and melody with chords, is available free of charge. Interested individuals or groups can apply to receive the sheet music through the Expo's official website.

A Legacy of Innovation

Viet Nam’s Journey at the Global Stage

World Expos are global mega-events where countries showcase their cultures, innovations, and visions for the future. Held every five years since 1851, they reflect the spirit of collaboration and shared progress. Below is a timeline of key World Expos—featuring Viet Nam’s proud participation.

1851
1851

The Great Exhibition, London, United Kingdom

The world’s first international exhibition. Held at the Crystal Palace, this Expo marked the beginning of the global exposition movement.
1889
1889

Exposition Universelle, Paris, France

Known for introducing the Eiffel Tower, the Expo celebrated 100 years of the French Revolution and symbolized architectural and technological progress.
1970
1970
Theme: Progress and Harmony for Mankind

Expo 1970, Osaka, Japan

🔹 This was Asia’s first-ever World Expo, attended by over 64 million visitors.
2010
2010
Theme: Better City, Better Life

Expo 2010, Shanghai, China

Viet Nam Pavilion:
- Inspired by bamboo architecture, symbolizing harmony between nature and modern life
- Promoted Viet Nam’s urban and environmental developments
- Celebrated for its green design and hospitality
2020
2020
Theme: Connecting Minds, Creating the Future

Expo 2020, Dubai, United Arab Emirates (held in 2021)

🏆 First World Expo ever held in the Middle East
🌍 Highest number of participating countries in World Expo history: 192 countries
🏅 Viet Nam Pavilion Highlights:
- Located in the Opportunity District
- Became a highlight of Southeast Asian presence at the Expo 2020
- Honored with the Bronze Award for “Theme Interpretation” in the category of rented pavilions, presented by the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE)
2025
2025
Theme: Designing Future Society for Our Lives

Expo 2025, Osaka, Kansai, Japan (Upcoming)

🇻🇳 Viet Nam Pavilion (Upcoming):
- Located in the Empowering Lives area
- Will explore sustainable innovations, cultural identity, and human-centered development
- For the first time, information about Vietnam’s provinces and cities will be presented throughout 6 months of EXPO.
From Paris to Dubai to Osaka – Viet Nam has proudly joined the world in every step forward. At each EXPO, our Pavilion becomes a living canvas of Vietnamese identity, innovation, and hospitality.