Expo 2025 Osaka/Kansai Welcomes Visitors Amid Typhoon watch
Osaka, Japan – September 5, 2025 – the 2025 Osaka/Kansai Expo opened as scheduled today, September 5th, at 9:00 AM, following a strong showing of 138,000 visitors on Thursday, September 4th. Despite forecasts of an approaching typhoon and reported rainfall at the venue this morning, the Expo site remains open with standard operating hours of 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
The Expo, which runs until october 13th – 38 days remaining – offers varied ticket options including weekday passes, special discounts, and “night tickets” for entry after 4:00 PM. Pavilions and event spaces generally operate from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, while the official store near the gate remains open until 9:45 PM (last entry at 9:20 PM), and restaurants and shops close around 9:30 PM. Ticket exchanges are available at both the East and West Gates, opening at 10:00 AM for weekday/discount tickets and 3:45 PM for night tickets.
Recent reports from Lmaga.jp note unusual conditions at the East Gate, including a missing flag, possibly related to the approaching typhoon. Live camera feeds from the venue, including views of the East Entrance Square and general site survey, are available on the official Expo YouTube channel.
