Imagine creating your very own sundial! Not only will you build this working timepiece by yourself, but you'll also learn how to use it to tell time. When you are finished, you can take your sundial home and keep it forever! The sun is the "source of all life,” and jellyfish are a "source of biological evolution.” Sundials were the first clocks -- a huge step forward in building a civilization. Please join us at this exclusive EXPO event and explore the wonders of Time and Nature! For more information, visit https://www.seiko.co.jp/en/csr/toki-iku/expo2025/ Age Group: Elementary & Middle School students

The Phalaenopsis orchid, which has the flower language of "happiness flying in," is a beautiful flower. Why not use such a lovely flower to create a one-of-a-kind original message card? The pressed flower stickers used on the cards are made from Phalaenopsis orchids that could not be shipped during the cultivation process. These Phalaenopsis orchids, reborn as colorful and beautiful pressed flowers, will gently decorate your message. This workshop can be enjoyed by everyone, from children to adults. Please join us!

August 6 (Wed)｜Life Festival – World Life Band Vol.3 – Traditions of the world resonate, and the “Circle of Time” toward the future begins to turn – The third installment of the music event “Life Festival – World Life Band”, hosted by the Signature Pavilion “Playground of Life: Jellyfish Pavilion” at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan will take place at Inochi Park. This time’s highlight is the first performance of the new piece “Toki no Wa” (Circle of Time) by Yamamoto Noh Theater, which carries on the tradition of Japanese performing arts 🎉✨ Following their June collaboration at “Shining Hat” on the theme of Osaka’s river purification (“Mizu no Wa”), this new work evolves into “Toki no Wa”, aiming to purify the oceans of the world. It will be presented together with the KURAGE Band, led by Sachiko Nakajima, producer of the Jellyfish Pavilion. The stage will also feature cultures and spirits from across the globe. 🪘 The Baka people of Cameroon will leave their native forests for the first time to perform in Japan, delivering deeply resonant rhythms that express harmony between people and nature. 🗣 The Māori Haka from New Zealand embodies strength and ancestral reverence. 🥁 The Txalaparta from the Basque region of Spain, played by striking wooden planks with sticks, conveys an ancient form of communication between people. This diverse performance is also part of the Expo’s international exchange program. It builds on past exchanges through music between Ginoza Village in Okinawa and the Republic of Cameroon, including intercultural workshops for elementary school students and the international concert at Garamann Hall. This year’s collaboration brings a new layer of co-creation. The event also coincides with Te Aratini: Indigenous Week, offering an opportunity to reflect on cultural sustainability and respect for diversity in today’s world. A celebration of diverse cultures, intergenerational harmony, and creative futures. This music festival embodies the Jellyfish Pavilion’s vision of “Invigorating Lives.” We invite you to experience it live on site. 📅 Date & Time: Wednesday, August 6, 2025 – 16:30 to 18:00 (tentative) 📍 Venue: Inochi Park, Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. ※ In case of severe weather, the event will be held inside the Playground of Life: Jellyfish Pavilion 🎟 Admission: Free (Expo 2025 ticket required)

The txalaparta is a traditional percussion instrument from the Basque region, known for its unique cultural heritage. Two performers strike wooden or stone planks in a rhythmic dialogue, creating a powerful and organic sound. A txalaparta performer currently appearing at the Spain Pavilion will be invited to the Jellyfish Pavilion for a special live performance and hands-on workshop, titled: “Let’s Try Playing the Txalaparta!”

We are 3rd-year students at Katayamazu Junior High School in Kaga City, Ishikawa Prefecture. We learned that there is a lot of marine debris along our local coastline. Wondering what we could do to help reduce ocean waste, we started a project to make keychains using ocean plastic, with the goal of raising awareness about marine pollution. In this activity, we melt plastic waste with an iron and create original keychain designs. Through this hands-on experience, we hope to inspire more people to care about the issue of marine litter.

Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University will hold the Thai cultural workshop led by students from Thailand. The workshop will offer the following three experiences: 1) Making a pra-tapian, a charm for good health 2) A quiz corner to learn about Thai traditions 3) A costume corner where you can try on traditional Thai clothing We hope you will participate in all three events and experience the charm of Thailand.

Students from Osaka Prefectural schools will host 15-minute workshops that combine their own “favorite things” with the Expo theme “Designing Future Society for Our Lives.” Each workshop welcomes about 5–6 participants. Through interaction, participants will reflect on co-creating a future together and on Invigorating Lives. “Handmade for the Environment” — Izuo Technical High School Create cute, practical items using scrap materials and fabric offcuts. Nurture creativity from familiar materials while engaging with SDGs and environmental awareness in a fun way. “Shaping the Future with Earth Keychains” — Izuo Technical High School Make clay keychains with an Earth theme. Express hopes for the future and care for the planet through imagination and craft. And then take your piece home and spark conversation. *Please note: The program may change or be canceled depending on circumstances. *These workshops have been developed with inquiry support from steAm, Inc.

August 9 (Sat) & 10 (Sun): Signature Event “Life Music Festival” Opening (14:30–16:30) Produced by NAKAJIMA Sachiko, producer of “Playground of Life: Jellyfish Pavilion”, with exciting guest artists joining the stage! On the 9th, the legendary Shibusashirazu Orchestra will appear with their full ensemble, and the KURAGE Band might join in!?!? On the 10th, a “big surprise Big Artist to be revealed on the day!”, and on both days, the Māori Haka will be performed together with the KURAGE Band! ==== August 9 (Sat)｜Shibusashirazu Orchestra with KURAGE Band × Haka: Kahurangi (Māori) Members of the KURAGE Band will join the Shibusashirazu Orchestra for a once-in-a-lifetime explosive performance! The event will begin with a Haka (Māori tribe)! Enjoy the intersection of global rhythms and the one-time-only “Now.” A speaking engagement with producer Sachiko Nakajima and Indigenous guests is also planned. ＊There may even be global choral participation!? 🔵 August 10 (Sun)｜KURAGE Band Special × Surprise Big Guest × Haka: Kahurangi (Māori) In addition to a powerful Haka collaboration with Kahurangi (Māori), a Surprise Big Guest will appear! (To be revealed on the day 🔒) We hope to share an experience of “invigorating life” together with everyone in the venue, through the power of music and dance! ⏰ Time: Both days 14:30–16:30 (The “Inochi Music Festival” officially opens at 16:30, but the opening acts run from 14:30 to 16:30.) 📍 Venue: EXPO Arena “Matsuri,” inside the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. ＊Free to attend (Expo 2025 admission ticket required) Front seating is available via “7-day in advance lottery” on the EXPO2025 digital ticket site. Rear seating is open for free admission on the day. 🔗 For more details on other performers, check here: https://www.expo2025.or.jp/news/news-20250509-01/

What emotions might "MYAKU MYAKU" feel in the picture book? Express the characters' emotions and actions with the colors you feel. Share your creative works, discover diverse perspectives, and even turn them into original postcards. Let's embark on an unforgettable journey together! ・Support Needed: For preschool children and those needing assistance, please provide appropriate support. ・Photography Notice: The event will be recorded for documentation purposes and may be used in promotional materials. Thank you for your understanding. ・Copyright: The copyright of the works created during the workshop belongs to the participants, but the organizers have the right to use them for promotional purposes. ・Content Changes: The content of the event may change without notice.

Students from Osaka Prefectural schools will host 15-minute workshops that combine their own “favorite things” with the Expo theme “Designing Future Society for Our Lives.” Each workshop welcomes about 5–6 participants. Through interaction, participants will reflect on co-creating a future together and on Invigorating Lives. “POVERTY” — Kadoma Namihaya High School Learn about poverty in Japan and around the world through an exhibit and a dialogue-based workshop. Re-examine everyday challenges, develop empathy and multi-perspective thinking, and deepen your sense of the value and interconnectedness of “life” through peer discussion. “Judgement Masters” — Owa High School A participatory role-play that explores society and rules from a legal viewpoint through a mock trial. Build decision-making skills and the confidence to form and express your own opinions. *Please note: The program may change or be canceled depending on circumstances. *These workshops have been developed with inquiry support from steAm, Inc.

This unique program nurtures a healthy mind and body by allowing children to experience various sports with different friends, expanding their potential. Rather than rigid instruction, children will take the lead as they engage in multiple sports. Our specialized staff, known as "Play Leaders," will skillfully guide the children to think and act independently. Venue: Satellite Venue (Sakishima), Participants: Pre-registration required.

At “Playground of Life: Jellyfish Pavilion," the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, the Ritsumeikan University Tea Ceremony Club will host a cold matcha-making workshop. Through collaboration beyond tea schools, students will share the spirit of wa-kei-sei-jaku and ichigo ichie with participants from around the world. Seasonal vegan sweets and English support will be provided, making it easy for first-time guests to join. As a new step in international exchange and cultural preservation through tea, we will serve each bowl with heartfelt care. Come and enjoy this unique Expo experience.

This project is a participatory event in Area C, where visitors freely explore five stations—Mimosa interaction, nyctinastic movement observation, electrical-signal visualization, time-lapse screening, and idea posting—to intuitively experience the mysteries of plants. Participants record and share their insights on a worksheet, engage through video capture and sticker voting, and, guided by Kazu Komatsu, co-create a vision of a future in which humans and plants thrive together.

The workshop at the "Playground of Life: Jellyfish Pavilion” invites visitors to freely play “sound” to invigorate lives. This alone would be an unforgettable experience, but with the addition of members of the Osaka Symphony Orchestra, visitors will be able to enjoy a luxurious “concerto” time with professional musicians. This time, you will experience playing the cuckoo whistle and rainstick.

Inclusive Music and Theater workshop! We will dance, sing and play together to improvised music with Anton Bruckner-roots in the amazing Jellyfish Pavillion. A cooperation between the Jellyfish-pavillion, Anton Bruckner 2024 and Theater INNklusiv from Austria.

Students from Osaka Prefectural schools will host 15-minute workshops that combine their own “favorite things” with the Expo theme “Designing Future Society for Our Lives.” Each workshop welcomes about 5–6 participants. Through interaction, participants will reflect on co-creating a future together and on Invigorating Lives. “Make Paint from Food Waste / Learn with Vegetable Art” — Nougei High School & Tondabayashi High School Create colorful, plant-based paints from discarded vegetables and enjoy free drawing. This eco-creative workshop invites participants to think about food and environmental issues while having fun. “Judgement Masters” — Owa High School A participatory role-play using a mock trial to explore society and rules from a legal perspective. Build decision-making skills and the confidence to form and express your own views. *Please note: The program may change or be canceled depending on circumstances. *These workshops have been developed with inquiry support from steAm, Inc.

How do you convey your important thoughts and feelings? Japanese culture has a long history of using folding fans and mizuhiki to give form to your feelings. This workshop is a fun way to experience this tradition. Through making original fans and mizuhiki accessories, you will learn about the history and the meaning behind the colors, and spend a memorable time while feeling the festive atmosphere of the festival. At the end of the experience, there will be a photo booth where you can take pictures of your memories.