【事前予約無し！】3日間でイタリア・フランス等の20パビリオンを訪問！行って良かったランキングを発表！予約無しでも十分楽しめる！

【事前予約無し！】3日間でイタリア・フランス等の20パビリオンを訪問！行って良かったランキングを発表！予約無しでも十分楽しめる！

Osaka EXPO Visited Osaka Expo during the three-day holiday from August 9th to 11th, 2025. All prior reservations, including advance lotteries, were unsuccessful. However, I was able to tour twenty pavilions over the three days. I will now announce my personal “Top 20 Pavilions worth visiting.” Those planning to visit the Expo should definitely use this as a reference. This channel regularly shares travel information. Please consider subscribing to the channel. Now, let us embark on a journey to the Osaka Expo together. Ranked 20th is “Malta,” an island nation in the central Mediterranean Sea. A curved screen shows the beautiful landscapes of Malta. At the entrance, there is a suit of armor that Japan gifted to Malta at the end of the Edo period. This is a rare piece of armor displayed after its “repatriation” for the first time in 160 years. The next room introduces an overview of Malta and its handicrafts. Malta is an island nation with a population of 560,000, and an area about half the size of Awaji Island. The Majmuna Stone is a tombstone with an Arabic inscription from the 12th century. Cippi are ancient Maltese pillars with bilingual inscriptions. This is a piece of modern art using metal-like materials and an openwork structure. The final room shows a video introducing modern-day Malta. Outside at a food stall, they are selling “ftira,” a traditional Maltese food. It is a sandwich on flatbread and is considered the national dish of Malta. The stall also sells Cisk, a representative Maltese beer. Ranked 19th is “Turkmenistan,” located in Central Asia. The white curved building has a large screen and ethnic patterns on its exterior. This country has a population of about 6 million and an area about 1.3 times that of Japan. It is a country with abundant natural gas resources and a thriving cotton cultivation industry. The country has been governed by two generations of the same family for over 30 years since independence. The first area shows a video introducing the country’s nature and history. A powerful video about modern industries and culture is shown. The second floor exhibits progress in the economy, energy, and medicine. The country boasts the world’s fourth-largest reserves and is a major exporter of natural gas. Turkmenistan carpets are on display, which are famous traditional handicrafts. This country is promoting the research and industrial use of medicinal plants. In reality, entering this country is very difficult, making tourism challenging. The Expo provides a good opportunity to learn about the country’s charms safely. The Expo’s Commons Pavilion is a joint exhibition facility for multiple countries. Countries and regions without a standalone pavilion gather here. They showcase the cultural and tourism charms of each country in small booths. It’s a popular spot where you can casually drop in without a reservation. The biggest attraction is the ability to visit many countries at once. The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement Pavilion focuses on humanitarian aid. It has also drawn attention for being visited by Princess Aiko. The theater shows a video of people affected by war and disaster and their rescuers. It’s a powerful experience, moving some visitors to tears. Visitors can experience the reality of ongoing humanitarian crises. It is a place to share thoughts on peace and get inspired to take action. Ranked 16th is “Portugal,” the land of sun, woven with sea and history. It features a unique exterior designed by architect Kengo Kuma. The Portugal Pavilion’s theme is “Ocean, Blue Dialogue.” The pavilion is divided into two areas: knowledge sharing and future co-creation. The first area shows a video on the history of exchanges with Japan. It also introduces the latest projects on sustainable ocean use. Visitors move to the next area by walking through a corridor with hanging ropes. The second area’s theme is marine conservation and renewable energy. A five-minute immersive video is shown in a space of about 200 square meters. The shop sells products that are environmentally and traditionally conscious. Ranked 15th is “Colombia,” a South American country rich in nature and culture. Colombia has a population of about 52 million and is about three times the size of Japan. With a GDP of approximately 330 billion dollars, it boasts the fourth-largest economy in South America. First, there is an introduction to Nobel Prize-winning author Gabriel Garcia Marquez. His masterpiece “One Hundred Years of Solitude” and items he used for writing are on display. In the second area, visitors can learn about Colombia’s specialty products. Visitors can directly touch the products and smell their scents. The screen in the back shows videos of local nature and port towns. The third area’s theme is Colombia’s challenge for the future. It introduces their efforts toward a sustainable society and innovation. They showcase initiatives to enrich the economy while protecting nature. The cafe at the Colombian Pavilion offers authentic coffee. Traditional light meals are also provided, allowing visitors to experience the food culture. Ranked 14th is “Spain,” a country with a passionate culture and long history. It features a tiered exterior representing the waves of the sea and the setting sun. It is decorated with the same ceramic tiles as the Sagrada Familia. After climbing the stairs, there is a stage where a video about Spain is shown. The interior of the pavilion is composed of two areas. First is the “Ocean Area,” an immersive experience of the deep sea. The space is themed around the “Kuroshio Current” that connects Spain and Japan. It depicts the history of exchanges between Japan and Spain, which dates back to the Age of Discovery. It introduces the diversity of marine life and efforts to protect the sea. It introduces biofuels and cosmetics made from algae from the Canary Islands. Spain is a global leader in offshore wind power technology. Offshore wind power is introduced through a video. History, nature, culture, and technology are all connected by the “sea.” Next is a bright “Sun Area.” It is a cultural experience space filled with passionate and vibrant sunshine. The pavilion offers visitors a journey from the past to the present. Ranked 13th is the Grand Roof Ring, which is a symbol of the Expo. With a circumference of 2km, a width of 30m, and a height of 12m, it is the world’s largest wooden structure. The top of the ring has a walkway called the “Sky Walk.” You can get to the Grand Roof Ring by escalator or elevator. Many visitors relax on the lawn of the Sky Walk. The view is great, making it a popular spot for visitors. At night, the Grand Roof Ring is lit up magically. The beauty of the wooden framework, assembled using the traditional `nuki` method, is emphasized. Ranked 12th is “South Korea,” whose 27m by 10m screen catches the eye. The video, featuring AI footage and Korea’s four seasons, changes throughout the day. In the first area, visitors answer a microphone about “what’s most important.” The recorded voices are remixed into the music playing in the room. This is the only music in the world made from voices of all languages and ages. The lighting changes with the music, creating an immersive experience. It’s a new initiative to “connect hearts with sound and light.” The second area’s theme is “a story of rebirth and revival.” The concrete placed in the ruins symbolizes modern consumer culture. Bubbles from the hydrogen reaction with breath represent the rebirth of life. This exhibit shows Korea’s ambition to build a future with hydrogen technology. The third area’s theme is “connecting the present and future with music.” The story is about a high school girl in 2040 completing her grandfather’s unfinished song. It conveys universal values like family, love, and generational bonds to the world. K-pop, dance, and cutting-edge visuals provide an immersive experience. The music was composed by Lee Ji-soo, the composer of “Winter Sonata.” You can experience the sensation of past and future coexisting, both visually and audibly. Ranked 11th is “Malaysia,” a multi-ethnic country in Southeast Asia. The building was designed by Kengo Kuma and uses 5,000 bamboo poles. The exterior is inspired by “songket,” a traditional Malaysian woven fabric. Malaysia has a population of 36 million, and its area is 0.9 times that of Japan. The population is composed of multiple ethnicities, including Malay, Chinese, and Indian. The first area introduces Malaysian culture. It recreates the colonial-era shophouse architecture that still exists today. This exhibit realistically recreates a Malaysian food stall. The next area introduces the development of the Malaysian economy. It’s an exhibition space that visualizes the country’s future through technology and innovation. Some visitors were heard expressing surprise at Malaysia’s progress. There’s a giant sculpture called “Tree of Harmony,” made of bamboo and rattan. The 270 fabric leaves represent diversity and unity. In the final area, a video about sustainability is shown. The pavilion also has a shop and a restaurant. You can buy Malaysian handicrafts at the shop. Ranked 10th is the “Mitsubishi Mirai-kan” (Mitsubishi Future Pavilion). This is a facility that offers an immersive experience on a giant screen. Visitors travel in a spaceship from the ancient deep sea to the future of Mars. The Martian footage is realistic and based on NASA’s scientific data. Ranked 9th is “Singapore,” a city-state in Southeast Asia. The exterior is a giant sphere 19m in diameter and 17m high. It’s called “Dream Sphere” and is noticeable from a distance. It’s covered with about 17,000 discs inspired by the Japanese “seigaiha” pattern. The first area represents a “city in nature.” Paper leaves sway, making you feel like you are walking through a small forest. Paper cuttings and animations are arranged artistically. The multiple layers of white paper cuttings look beautiful under the light. This art piece is inspired by Singaporean trees. You move to the next area through a tunnel where art is suspended. The second area exhibits art made of glowing spheres. When you write a message, it flies to a sphere, making it glow. The light and music of the spheres change as they merge with the “dreams of the world.” The third area is a theater with a 360-degree screen on the ceiling. It shows the merging of “dreams” that visitors have posted and shared. At the exit, a show by a singer was taking place. Ranked 8th is the “Drone Show” that illuminates the Expo’s night sky. Over 1,000 drones paint pictures in the night sky. The drones’ positions are controlled by GPS to the centimeter. The show is run by a company called Redcliffe. It is a very impressive 10-minute show. At the end, a QR code is displayed in the night sky. Ranked 7th is “China,” which boasts the largest scale among the foreign pavilions. The building’s walls are beautifully constructed with curves that resemble bamboo slips. There are 119 Chinese poems carved in five different calligraphic styles (bronze, seal, clerical, running, and regular). Passing through the door with the poems on the outer wall, you enter the first area. At the entrance, famous Chinese figures deliver welcoming messages. The Chinese Pavilion is composed of three areas. The first area is “Harmony between Heaven and Humanity,” which celebrates harmony between people and nature. It expresses the rhythm of the “24 Solar Terms,” an ancient calendar, through video. It recreates agricultural culture by visualizing the “Gengzhi Tu,” China’s oldest agricultural painting. This area also exhibits exquisite replicas of ancient Chinese civilization. The “Bronze Sacred Tree” from the Sanxingdui Ruins is 4m high. This is the “Si Mu Wu Ding,” a bronze vessel from the Yin Dynasty, about 3,000 years ago. You can rotate it with your finger and view it from various angles. The second area introduces the sustainable use of natural resources. It introduces ecosystems and nature reserves throughout China. It presents examples of circular agriculture, including aquaculture, farming, and sericulture. In the corridor to the next area, people who contributed to Sino-Japanese friendship are introduced. Ganjin and former Nippon Steel Corporation president Inayama are among those introduced. In the next area, a video shows 24 hours in China. The video, shot in various locations in China, is a very impressive work. The composition is designed to visually convey daily life in China. The final area introduces China’s AI, space, and deep-sea development. This is the highlight of the Chinese Pavilion, as it exhibits lunar soil. It is soil brought back from the moon by the unmanned spacecrafts Chang’e 5 and 6. It is the first time in the world that soil from both the near and far sides of the moon has been displayed simultaneously. It conveys China’s enthusiasm for space development. This is the “Jiaolong,” a manned submersible capable of reaching depths of 7,000 meters. Inside, you can watch videos actually taken at a depth of 7,000 meters. With many highlights, the pavilion offers high visitor satisfaction. Ranked 6th is “Germany,” which is themed on co-creating a circular economy. Its keyword is “Wa!,” which means circle, harmony, and surprise. It embodies sustainability throughout its exhibition and architecture. When you put this figurine to your ear, you can hear explanations of the exhibits. In the first room, you vote for the environmental theme you are interested in. This is an interactive system where you vote by touching the screen with your finger. The hallway introduces Germany’s initiatives toward a circular city. Visitors can put the figurine to their ear to hear explanations on their topics of interest. This is an art piece in the main exhibition area that visualizes the circular economy. Visitors learn about a sustainable future through light effects. This area shows a video about the fusion of technology and nature. You can lie on the sofa and watch the video on the ceiling. The figurine’s name is “Circulair,” and you can play by changing its clothes. The final area also provides lessons on the circular economy. The content conveys Germany’s seriousness about building a circular economy. Finally, you return the audio guide “Circulair” to finish the tour. Outside, people are dancing a dance with the theme “Wa!” Ranked 5th is “Saudi Arabia,” a major oil-producing country in the Middle East. The building’s exterior recreates a traditional Saudi Arabian town. It is a highly artistic building designed by a British design company. You get a sense of adventure, navigating through alleys to reach the courtyard. The first room introduces Saudi Arabia’s traditional and contemporary arts. The expression is edgy and diverse, with a blend of religious culture and modernity. During events, artists create art in front of visitors. When moving between rooms, you always pass through a beautiful courtyard. The second room’s theme is “urban evolution.” It shows beautiful videos of cities and nature within the country. Since tourism to Saudi Arabia is difficult, this is a valuable experience. The third room introduces the country’s technology for marine conservation. This is an interesting technology that “creates coral with a 3D printer.” The fourth room introduces Saudi Arabian athletes. The video showing the advancement of female athletes gives a sense of a new Saudi Arabia. The final room is an exhibition with the theme of “future and technology.” A large screen introduces Saudi Arabia’s national projects. At the exit, there is a cafe serving Saudi coffee and dates. Ranked 4th is “Italy,” which exhibits many works of art. The exterior is a modern recreation of the Renaissance ideal city. The interior’s exhibitions are based on the theme “art regenerates life.” First, visitors are guided to an opening theater. A short video introducing Italy is shown. After the video, panels rotate open, and you enter the main hall. The main hall’s exhibition themes are “space, sea, and health.” Many works of art and modern art are on display. The highlight is “Farnese Atlas,” exhibited in Japan for the first time. It symbolizes “Italian wisdom spanning the sky and sea.” “Portrait of Itō Mansho” represents a historical connection between Japan and Italy. This is a real exhibit of Michelangelo’s “Risen Christ.” This is a restoration of the aircraft used for the 1920 Rome-Tokyo flight. It introduces the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics. This modern art piece features 30 white hearts arranged in a circle. It is an interactive art piece where city air data is converted to sound, giving the experience of lungs breathing. This is Caravaggio’s “Entombment of Christ,” a world-renowned masterpiece. After viewing the main hall, you proceed to the next area. This is a special exhibition by MOLESKINE held during the visit. It exhibits the notebooks of architects and artists from around the world. The highlight of this area is Leonardo da Vinci’s Codex Atlanticus. The manuscript consists of four sheets, including “Tools of a Goldsmith.” At the Expo, two of the four sheets are displayed on a rotating basis. This is a special exhibition on the theme of “Italian patents.” Ferrari brakes and Pirelli tires are on display. After touring the pavilion, you head to the rooftop garden terrace. This is an art piece called “Three Roses,” made from recycled steel plates. In the background, a soundscape blending synthetic sounds, voices, and birdsongs is played. Finally, you can meet the official mascot, “Italia-chan,” at the shop. Ranked 3rd is the “Japan Pavilion,” the pavilion of the host country. The exterior is a circular building with rectangular wooden panels arranged in a ring. The wooden fences gently soften the boundary between the inside and outside as they overlap in a circular form. The 560 wooden panels are all reusable. The pavilion’s theme is “circulation,” where resources are passed down in different forms. The pavilion consists of three areas, and you enter the first area. The first area shows how electricity and water are created from garbage. At the Japan Pavilion, kitchen waste is actually being decomposed by microorganisms. The electricity and water produced are used inside the pavilion. Under the “Sea of Light,” there are 37 microorganism tanks. These tanks are actually decomposing the Expo’s kitchen waste. Next, you learn how electricity and water are produced from the decomposed matter. The staff actively talks to visitors and provides explanations. Below, you can see the equipment that purifies the water to a drinkable level. The purified water obtained from decomposition is stored in a large water basin in the courtyard. It changes expression with the wind, quietly showing the “culmination of circulation.” In the next area, you learn how algae are grown to create bio-based materials. Algae that produce oil are being grown in a tank underground. It is said that there are over 300,000 types of algae in nature. This is a work of art featuring 32 types of algae as Hello Kitty. This is an art piece called “Curtain of Vibrant Algae.” Spirulina algae are being cultivated in tubes. The next area introduces circular manufacturing. A 3D printer is making a chair from algae-derived materials. Next, Doraemon introduces the Japanese-style of manufacturing. In Japan, things are sometimes intentionally made “soft.” The benefits are explained from various angles, such as “absorbing.” The final piece of art is a giant diatomaceous earth slab where water droplets create designs. The visit ends with great satisfaction from the many highlights. Ranked 2nd is “Kuwait,” an oil-producing country in the Middle East. The Kuwait Pavilion’s concept is “a lighthouse guiding the future.” The first area has a video projected onto a pearl-shaped object. It’s a video journey from Kuwait’s past to its present. In the next area, you learn about Kuwait in a space that mimics the desert. Kuwait has a population of about 5 million and an area of 1/20th of Japan. It is a country with a desert climate in the Middle East, and its annual rainfall is 1/10th of Tokyo’s. It is an oil-producing country where oil and natural gas account for about 60% of government revenue. In the next area, you can experience “modern-day Kuwait” through a video. This is an exhibit where you can learn about traditional Kuwaiti dancing. There is also a section introducing Kuwait’s international contributions. The Kuwait Pavilion concludes with a hemispherical dome space. The entire ceiling becomes a screen showing stars. You can have a simulated experience of lying in the desert and watching the night sky. Ranked 1st is “France,” themed around “a hymn to love.” The exterior resembles a theater, with a golden spiral staircase at the center. At the entrance, a video based on Japan’s “red string of fate” motif is shown. There is a tapestry of the chimera from Notre Dame and one from Princess Mononoke. A light curtain is made of countless vertically arranged LEDs along the corridor. The LEDs sync with sound, pulsating and rippling like a heartbeat. This is an exhibition by Louis Vuitton called “Library of Know-how.” The room is composed of 84 Louis Vuitton trunks. In the center, Rodin’s sculpture “The Clenched Hand” is on display. The next exhibit features video projection onto 90 rotating trunks. A video by a Japanese artist is projected onto the white trunks. The next piece shows three people dancing against the backdrop of Paris streets. Viewing each piece enhances the immersive experience of French art. You go down the escalator and head to the outdoor garden on the first floor. The outdoor garden is a space with healing music. Rodin’s “The Hand of the Lovers” is displayed in the garden. The next exhibit is Alsace grapes, symbolizing French wine culture. It shows an image video of the Alsatian vineyards and grape harvesting scenes. Next is an exhibition by Dior that turns fashion into art. Dior’s Bar Suit is styled in the colors of the French flag. This is a work that displays over 400 toiles of various sizes. A “toile” is a muslin garment used for fitting during the tailoring process. Visitors are captivated by Dior’s history and creative philosophy. Filled with artistic excitement, you head to the final exhibit. This is a work that represents symbolic buildings in France and Japan. This piece represents the connection between Japan and France. Outside the pavilion, there is a statue connected by a “red string.” This concludes the top 20 of the Osaka-Kansai Expo. See you in the next video!

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当チャンネルは2025年8月9～11日の3日間、大阪・関西万博を訪問しました。最近は1日あたりの来訪者が15万人を超え、事前抽選の当選のハードルが上がっていますが、当チャンネルも抽選が当たらず事前予約ゼロで訪問しました。しかし、3日間でイタリア・フランス等の人気パビリオンを含む合計20パビリオンを訪問することが出来ました。この度、個人の感想に基づくランキングおよび訪問したパビリオンを紹介致します。予約無しで万博を訪問する方は是非参考にして下さい！

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フランス／クウェート／日本館／イタリア／サウジアラビア／ドイツ／中国／ドローンショー／シンガポール／マレーシア／韓国／大屋根リング／スペイン／コロンビア／ポルトガル／赤十字／三菱未来館／コモンズ／トルクメニスタン／マルタ

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