The 2025 World Expo is set to take place on Yumeshima Island, Osaka, Japan and will run for 6 months from 13th April – 13th October.
The expo will see more than 150 countries take part, offering a unique opportunity to explore the latest breakthroughs in science, technology and culture from across the planet.
Showcasing the best of British, as part of the Government’s Plan for Change, the Expo will be a golden opportunity to attract inward investment and shine a spotlight on our innovative exporters.
Japan is a crucial market for the UK economy, and central to its growth aims. Currently, Japan is the UK’s 6th largest investor with £86.2 billion invested in the UK in 2022. Our bilateral trade in goods and services was worth £27.2 billion in the in the four quarters to the end of Q2 2024 – which could be boosted further now that the UK has joined the regional CPTPP trade bloc.
New details of the UK’s presence for Expo 2025 in Osaka, Kansai, have been revealed.
- PIX is introduced, the UK’s shape-shifting mascot for the World Expo 2025
- UK Pavilion takes inspiration from great ideas which changed the world
- First wave of UK Pavilion sponsors includes iconic global brands AstraZeneca, Aston Martin, and IHG Hotels & Resorts
Japan hosted a virtual seminar for British women entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners seeking to increase trade and investment with Japan.
In the lead up to the Expo the UK will continue a programme of engagement with Japan. Further, the UK will be showcasing its work on diversity and inclusion at the UK Pavilion, including the work we are doing on gender equality and women’s economic empowerment.
For more information on the UK-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership
Virtual Meet The Buyer Meetings
As a part of the programme of activities, on Tuesday 4th & Wednesday 5th March you can have
the opportunity to engage with Japanese buyers actively seeking to purchase a diverse selection of goods from UK businesses, in virtual 1-2-1 meetings.
The list of Japanese buyers can be viewed here.
Date: Tuesday 4 March 7.00am to 10.00amDate: Wednesday 5 March 7.00am to 10.00am
Virtual: Zoom Platform
FREE to Members and Non-Members