Japan Expo opens in Paris

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One of the most important events of Japanese culture in Europe, Japan Expo, opened its doors this Thursday in the French capital.

From the latest manga to handmade souvenirs, this is the place to be for fans of Japanese culture, with over 900 exhibitors in attendance.

This year, Osaka is taking center stage. The city will host theWorld Exhibition.

The latter has been held every five years since 1851. It is a global platform for innovation and collaboration, welcoming many countries from around the world. The Osaka Expo will last six months, from April to October 2025. The theme of Next year will be the design of a future society for our lives.

“Inside the pavilions, visitors will be able to experience traditional cuisine, culture and technologies” said Megumi Nakai, Global Communications Manager of Expo Osaka 2025.

“There will also be the latest technologies, like flying cars and AI translation systems, so when people go there, they will see what the future will look like. ” she told Euronews.

At Japan Expo Paris, visitors also have the opportunity to meet Myaku-Myaku, the official mascot of the 2025 Osaka event.

This mysterious red and blue creature is “born from the unification of cells and water” And “takes its form by imitating human beings“.

The 2025 French Pavilion will host an immersive show

One of the highlights of the 2025 World Expo will also be the French pavilion, which promises visitors a 20-minute immersive journey.

“Visitors to the France Pavilion will be able to enjoy an immersive experience designed as a romantic stroll through France, discovering French heritage and culture.said Chloé Villanova, communications manager for the French pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka.

“Visitors will also be able to taste good French dishes. There will be a bakery and a French bistro” she explained.

At Japan Expo Paris, visitors can preview the works that will be exhibited in the French pavilion in Osaka next year. These include an impressive tapestry depicting a scene from the legendary animated film Princess Mononoke, which highlights our connection with nature.

It took craftsmen more than a year to weave the tapestry that will be displayed at the entrance to the Osaka World Expo.

The Japanese exhibition in Paris is expected to welcome more than 250,000 visitors this year, through Sunday evening.