Saudi Pavilion at Osaka Expo attracts a million visitors
The Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka has welcomed more than a million visitors since opening on April 13.
Designed by Foster + Partners, the pavilion, which the second largest after Japan, is a display of the Kingdom's culture and heritage. It features more than 700 events, including live performances and dance shows.
The award-winning pavilion shares Saudi Arabia's transformative journey under Vision 2030, highlighting the kingdom's innovation and technological modernization. Additionally, the pavilion offers an exciting visitor journey by means of seven immersive rooms and galleries where guests can see up close the Kingdom's global impact.
'We are honored to mark this significant milestone and the Saudi Arabia pavilion's success in reaching one million visitors, which underscores Saudi Arabia's commitment to showing its transformation under Vision 2030 and inviting the world to experience its heritage and foster cultural exchange,' said Ghazi Faisal Binzagr, Saudi Arabia's ambassador to Japan and commissioner general of the Saudi Arabia Pavilion.
'As we move towards reaching the next million, the pavilion remains committed to inspiring visitors to learn about Saudi Arabia's achievements, and we look forward to deepening impact and welcoming the world. Our participation in Expo 2025 Osaka embodies our strong relationship with Japan, marking 70 years of diplomatic relations this year.
'As we journey towards Expo 2030 in Riyadh, we will leave a legacy here in Osaka. Expo 2030 Riyadh will be a testament to Saudi Arabia's transformation as a global destination — and we are eager to welcome the world to Saudi Arabia,' he added.
The full program of events for the Saudi Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka is available on the official website.
• This article also appears on Arab News Japan
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