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Sumitomo Pavilion
Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan

The Sumitomo Pavilion reached its finale on October 13, 2025, supported by the hopes and goodwill of many. We continue to share the memories and enduring legacy of the Expo.

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Forest of Life—Watching Over

This report looks at how the Japanese cypress saplings planted
by the children in the “Plant a Tree” program will be nurtured
and grow into a thriving “Forest of Life.”

Seeds for The Future Archive

“Seeds for The Future” is a participatory co-creation project designed
to generate ideas for the future. The ideas co-created with the participants
are archived and will continue to be made publicly available
as a shared resource for all humanity.

“Sumitomo Pavilion” Archive--Journey and Memories

This archive section presents the journey of the Sumitomo Pavilion. Through materials tracing its development up to completion and records from the Expo period, visitors can reflect on the pavilion’s role and significance.

Architecture of the Sumitomo Pavilion
Exhibition Contents of the Sumitomo Pavilion
Cooperation and Initiatives of Sumitomo Group Companies
Comments from Sumitomo Pavilion Visitors

Events

Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance Participates in Education Program, Boosting Momentum for Expo 2025, Osaka, Kansai, Japan

Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance (MSI), a member of the SUMITOMO EXPO2025 Promotion Committee, took part in the “Junior EXPO Research Meetings” education program of Expo 2025, Osaka, Kansai, Japan, held on November 21 and 29, 2024.

Lecture at Osaka Prefectural Nakanoshima Library:
Business insights from Edo-period classical texts in preparation for EXPO2025

On November 16, 2024, the Osaka Prefectural Nakanoshima Library hosted a lecture titled “ Insights from Edo-period classical texts for Contemporary Business.” The event featured Mr. Hirofumi Saijo, Secretary General of the Sumitomo EXPO2025 Promotion Committee, as a speaker.

Workshop by the Sumitomo Group internal community

On November 7, 2024, a workshop was held, building momentum ahead of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. The event brought together 22 members of the Sumitomo Group internal community.

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EXPO School Caravan

Members of the Sumitomo EXPO2025 Promotion Committee are visiting schools across Japan, delivering classes and lectures on the themes of the Expo. Through these sessions, they not only share valuable knowledge but also encourage children to think about the future of society and how their actions can help shape it.

Sumitomo’s Connection with Expos

Expos are showcases for a wealth of innovative technologies and services. This series of articles highlights the connections between Sumitomo Group companies’ technologies and various Expos, including Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, Expo 1990, and Expo 1970.

Interview

Kuniharu Nakamura, Chairman, Sumitomo EXPO2025 Promotion Committee

Interview with Kuniharu Nakamura, Chairman, Sumitomo EXPO2025 Promotion Committee

Following the provisional selection of the Sumitomo Group as an exhibitor hosting a pavilion at Expo 2025, Kuniharu Nakamura, Chairman of the Sumitomo EXPO2025 Promotion Committee, discusses the background to the Group’s participation in Expo 2025 and its significance for the Group.

Messages from Top Management of the 19 Companies
comprising the Sumitomo EXPO2025 Promotion Committee

Sharing their aspirations, heads of Sumitomo Group companies focus on what their companies and Sumitomo Group intend to achieve at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan.

Messages from Top Management of the 15 Sumitomo Pavilion Sponsor Companies

We asked them to share their thoughts on the Expo and the contributions they wish to make as members of Sumitomo Group.

Overview of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan

Name
2025 World Exposition (Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan)
Schedule
From April 13 to October 13, 2025
Theme
Designing Future Society for Our Lives
Subthemes
Saving Lives /
Empowering Lives /
Connecting Lives
Concept
People’s Living Lab
Venue
Yumeshima, Osaka
Courtesy of the Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition

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