World Expos are global exhibitions that unite people and nations in showcasing their achievements and co-creating solutions to tackle pressing challenges of our society. The World Expo 2025 will be held in Osaka, Japan, from 13 April 2025 to 13 October 2025, with the theme “Designing Future Society for Our Lives” under three sub-themes: Saving Lives, Empowering Lives, and Connecting Lives.
ASEAN, at the invitation of the Government of Japan, is taking part in the World Expo 2025 Osaka as an Official Participant, alongside more than 150 other countries and international organisations. The ASEAN Pavilion centers around the theme “Building Bridges”, featuring stories of ASEAN’s successes and demonstrating how its cooperation mechanisms, initiatives, and associated organisations benefit both its citizens and the world beyond by creating connections rather than divisions. Visitors will have the opportunity to discover, experience, and learn more about ASEAN through a dynamic lineup of activities and programs.
The ASEAN Pavilion at the World Expo 2025 Osaka is supported through the Japan-ASEAN Integration Fund (JAIF).
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Latest Events
Venue: ASEAN Pavilion, Empowering Lives Zone, World Expo 2025, Osaka, Japan
Time: 15:00 onwards (GMT+9 / JST)
From bold coffee to fragrant tea, Southeast Asia boasts a rich and diverse beverage culture rooted in tradition and taste. The ASEAN Café will spotlight signature coffee and tea from across the region, each cup telling a story of heritage and craft. Come savour the unique brews of ASEAN, one sip at a time. (NOTE: Limited to 100 cups per featured country daily).
Venue: Pop-Up Stage South, World Expo 2025, Osaka, Japan
Time: 16:00 - 17:00 (GMT+9 / JST)
ASEAN Presents features cultural performances from ASEAN Member States, celebrating the region's rich heritage. This edition proudly features members of C asean Consonant, a unique ensemble of musicians from all 10 ASEAN Member States. Blending classical instruments and modern arrangements, the group embodies ASEAN’s unity in diversity through the universal language of music. Prepare to be moved by their powerful harmony and experience the diversity of ASEAN firsthand!
Venue: World Expo 2025 Osaka
Every year on 8 August, ASEAN commemorates the founding of ASEAN. This year’s celebration, under the theme “Towards an Inclusive and Sustainable ASEAN Future,” will be celebrated simultaneously in Jakarta and at the World Expo 2025 Osaka for the first time in history. Join us on 8 August for a day filled with festivities featuring cultural performances, an ASEAN Parade, and other engaging activities that highlight the vibrant spirit of Southeast Asia.This is your only chance to be a part of a celebration of unity, identity, and progress!
Venue: ASEAN Pavilion
In celebration of the 58th ASEAN Day and ASEAN Month, the ASEAN Trail Challenge is back with a special twist! Starting 8 August, participants who complete their ASEAN Passport can claim exclusive prizes, available only during this commemorative period. These special rewards are in addition to the regular ASEAN Trail Challenge prizes, and quantities are limited, so don’t miss your chance to get them while they last!
Experience at the ASEAN Pavilion
Experience at the ASEAN pavilion
Prepare to be welcomed by a vibrant array of diverse activities at our
pavilion and leave as an ASEAN aficionado!
- ASEAN AI
- Get to Know ASEAN
- ASEAN Forest
- ASEAN Pavilion Centerpiece
- The ASEAN Treasures
- ASEAN World Heritage Site and Heritage Park Virtual Tour
- ASEAN Trail Challenge
- ASEAN Arch
- ASEAN Merchandise
Signature Programmes
Signature Programmes
Embark on an exciting journey with our signature programmes that allow you to experience ASEAN’s culture, history, traditions, and
achievements like never before:
- ASEAN Day and ASEAN Parade
- ASEAN Presents
- ASEAN Fun Day
Specialized signature programmes targeted for collaborative partners:
- ASEAN Goes to School
- ASEAN Media Fellowship
- ASEAN Artist Residency Programme (World Expo 2025 Osaka Edition)
Thematic Events
Thematic Events
Our thematic event will inspire visitors to contemplate the eight subthemes of World Expo 2025 Osaka theme weeks:
- Co-creating Cultures for the Future Week
- The Future of Community and Mobility Week
- Necessities of Life: Food, Clothing, and Shelter Week
- Health & Well-being Week
- Learning & Playing Week
- Peace, Human Security, and Dignity Week
- The Future of Earth and Biodiversity Week
- SDGs+Beyond Future Society for Life Week