EXPO Sakaba Kita Minami Main Branch
- saoris
- Apr 15, 2025
- 8 min read
Updated: Aug 14, 2025
--- A bar where people from all over the world gather to enjoy the World Expo
Aiming to become a hub for the city of Osaka where people from all over the world can gather during the Expo, two stores have opened in the city as places where people can enjoy food, music, talk, and shopping during the six months of the Expo period.
Schedule
August 15 (Fri) - August 21 (Thu) AFRICA WEEK @ LUCUA OSAKA
Talks with distinguished guests, African music, Madagascar vanilla ice cream, and more from August 15–21, 2025
Osaka, Japan – August 13, 2025 – AFRICA WEEK @ LUCUA OSAKA will take place from August 15 (Fri) to August 21 (Thu), 2025 at the LUCUA Osaka B2F Atrium event space, bringing the vibrant cultures, sounds, and flavors of Africa into the heart of Osaka. This special program marks the kick-off of the “100 Million World Challenge”, a visionary project led by the non-profit SackOmi in collaboration with demo!expo, and connected to the United Nations Pavilion “AFRICA WEEK” at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai.
Workshops (Free, No Reservation)
Aug 15–21, daily 13:00–17:00 (except Aug 17): Future Drawing workshop for the 100 Million World Challenge
Aug 17 & 19: “Experience Africa through Music” – Try the djembe drum (15 participants per session)
Aug 18: African Rhythmic Dance class (13:00–15:00)
Talk Session (Free, No Reservation)
Aug 15 (15:00): Kick-off speeches by UNDP Japan Representative Hideko Hadzialic and SackOmi COO Masataka Omi
Aug 16 (18:00): “What Adults Can Do Now for the Next 100 Years” with Dr. Oussouby Sacko
Aug 17 (18:00): “Changing the Narrative: The Future of Africa” with Dr. Sacko and David Pondedw (ADNJ)
Aug 21 (18:00): Closing speech by Masataka Omi
Live African Music Sessions
Special Food & Drink (Limited Daily Supply)
Madagascar vanilla ice cream, baobab milk ice cream
African-inspired craft beer and hibiscus juice
Snacks and sweets made with African and Japanese ingredients
African handicrafts and goods
Exhibitions & Video
Introduction to UNDP AFRICA WEEK at Expo 2025
Messages from Dr. Oussouby Sacko
Displays of children’s Future Drawings and JICA activities
Panels introducing organizers, partners, and supporters
Event Overview of AFRICA WEEK @ LUCUA OSAKA
Dates: Aug 15 (Fri) – Aug 21 (Thu), 2025
Hours: 11:00–23:00 (Program times vary)
Venue: LUCUA Osaka B2F Atrium Event Space
Organizers: SackOmi, demo!expo, JR West SC Development Co., Ltd.
Co-organizer: United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
Partners: Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), United Nations Pavilion, Agence Sako Japon, North Production Co., Mikanbaby LLC, GLOBAL JUNCTION, studio tRibES, Woodin in Japan
Note: All details are as of Aug 13, 2025 and may be subject to change.
Archived events
June 21 (Sat) EXPO Kanpai Night – Vol. 4
It’s been almost three months since Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai opened its doors!
Thanks to the dedication of pavilion staff from around the world, the venue is buzzing with life every day.
To show our heartfelt appreciation for your hard work, we’re hosting a chill evening of connection, music, and fun.
After three successful events, we’re excited to bring you EXPO Kanpai Night – Vol. 4,
once again at TANK Sakaba, located in the basement of Shinsaibashi PARCO!
Grab a drink, enjoy the music, and let the stress melt away.
【Event Details】
Date: Friday, June 27, 2025
Time: 19:00–22:30
Venue: TANK Sakaba (Shinsaibashi PARCO B2F)
Entry: Free (No cover charge)
【What to Expect】
One free welcome drink for all Expo 2025 staff
※ For those involved in Expo operations
※ Additional drinks available for purchase at the venue
【DJ Time 】
Sip, chat, and unwind to great music in a laid-back and friendly atmosphere.
More updates coming soon on Instagram!
Follow us and stay tuned : https://www.instagram.com/expo_sakaba/
June 21 (Sat) The Nordic Pavilion presents: Umeda Midsummer
On Saturday, June 21, the Nordic Pavilion and EXPO SAKABA team up to bring a one-day-only urban take on the traditional Midsummer festival to Osaka. Inspired by the Nordic celebration of the summer solstice, “Umeda Midsummer” recreates the magic of the midnight sun with music, flowers, and beer — right in the heart of the city.
Event Highlights:
Midsummer Maypole Installation – A magical Nordic forest scene blooms at the center of the venue, created by artist Makoto Saito.
Floral Crown Gifts – The first 20 guests receive handmade flower crowns by Danish florist Nicolai Bergmann (limited quantity; additional floral gifts available).
Craft Beer Pop-Up – The popular restaurant team from the Nordic Pavilion joins EXPO SAKABA for one day, serving signature craft beers from across the Nordic countries.
Live DJ Performances – Featuring NTsKi, Yuka Mizuhara, and COLA REN for a festive night of dancing and Nordic vibes.
Theme:
Celebrate the brightest night of the year―Nordic style.
Wear white, crown yourself with flowers, and raise a glass to the midnight sun.
This is Midsummer, joyful and luminous.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM (tentative)
Venue: EXPO SAKABA Kita (LUCUA Osaka B2F)
Admission: ¥3,000 (includes 1 drink + floral accessory for the first 50 guests)
Dress Code: White (optional but encouraged for a unified festive vibe)
＊Tickets: Info to be announced on the EXPO SAKABA Instagram account @expo_sakaba Organized by: The Nordic Pavilion
Information subject to change as of June 12, 2025.
June 21 (Sat) Po!land NIGHT
On June 21, EXPO SAKABA Minami will host Po!land NIGHT ― a special one-day cultural celebration where visitors can experience the richness of Polish creativity through fashion, art, and music.
Program Highlights (tentative):
– Talk session on art and fashion featuring:
Yuriko Sasaoka (Artist, Japan) × Joanna Hawrot (Fashion Designer, Poland)
– DJ performances
– Polish-inspired photo booth and more
Event Details
Title: Po!land NIGHT
Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 6 pm - 11 pm
Venue: EXPO SAKABA Minami (at TANK Sakaba located in Shinsaibashi PARCO B2F)
Admission: Free / No reservation required
Organizer: The Adam Mickiewicz Institute (IAM)
In collaboration with: General Incorporated Association demoexpo
June 14 (Sat) – June 20 (Fri) Uganda Fair in Osaka
demo!expo, in collaboration with the Uganda Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, is proud to present the Uganda Fair in Osaka—a week-long event celebrating Uganda’s vibrant culture and flavors.
Often called the “Pearl of Africa,” Uganda is known for its lush natural landscapes, mild climate, and warm hospitality. As an English-speaking country and a world-renowned safari destination, it offers travel experiences ranging from luxury lodges to local homestays, making it a favorite among global explorers.
At the Uganda Fair, guests can enjoy traditional Ugandan music performances, cultural talks, and food stalls offering local coffee, chocolate, and more. It’s a rare opportunity to experience Uganda’s charm both at the Expo site on Yumeshima and at this pop-up venue in central Osaka.
Event Details
Title: Uganda Fair in Osaka
Date: June 14 (Sat) – June 20 (Fri), 2025
Venue: EXPO Sakaba Kita (LUCUA Osaka B2F, near Atrium-side escalator)
Organizers: Embassy of the Republic of Uganda in Japan, Uganda Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, demo!expo, JR West SC Development Co., Ltd.
*All notices contained herein are current as of June 11, 2025, and are subject to change without notice.
June 2 (Mon) – June 8 (Sun) Taste of Queensland: A Week-long Celebration of Australia’s Sunshine State Comes to LUCUA Osaka
Osaka, Japan – From June 2 to 8, 2025, the vibrant Australian state of Queensland will take center stage in Osaka through a special pop-up event titled “Taste of Queensland”, held at EXPO SAKABA (KITA), located on the B2 floor of LUCUA Osaka. This initiative is co-hosted by the Trade and Investment Queensland Japan Office, Tourism and Events Queensland, and demo!expo, and is part of a broader effort to bring international cultural experiences into the heart of the city ahead of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai.
Queensland is known for its diverse natural landscapes—from the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest to vibrant cities like Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Cairns. The event aims to introduce visitors to the region’s rich offerings through food, design, storytelling, and interactive elements that engage all five senses.
“The Curious Tree of Queensland”
A symbolic tree installation inspired by Queensland’s rainforests will feature hanging displays of local products like beef, honey, lemon myrtle tea, and craft gin. Visitors can explore these items through tastings and interactive exhibits.
Quizland – Win a Trip to Australia
In partnership with Jetstar Airways Pty Ltd, guests can join a quiz trail and enter a draw to win prizes, including round-trip flights to Brisbane or Cairns.
Queensland-Inspired Food Menus
Restaurants near EXPO SAKABA will serve special dishes using Queensland ingredients such as premium beef, bottarga, turmeric lattes, and wine.
Talk Session with Chef Hiroyuki Sakai
On June 6, the renowned Iron Chef will lead a talk on Queensland’s food culture, paired with wine and product tastings.
Weekend Pop-Up at EXPO SAKABA Minami (Shinsaibashi PARCO)
On June 7–8, the event expands to EXPO SAKABA MINAMI with more quizzes and food booths featuring dishes made with Queensland beef by local chefs.
Event Overview
“Taste of Queensland – Discover the Charm of Australia’s Sunshine State”
Dates: June 2 (Mon) – June 8 (Sun), 2025
Venues:
- EXPO SAKABA KITA (LUCUA Osaka B2F)
- EXPO SAKABA MINAMI (Shinsaibashi PARCO B2F) – Weekend only
Admission: Free of charge, open to the public
Organized by: Trade and Investment Queensland Japan Office
Co-organized by: Tourism and Events Queensland, General Incorporated Association demoexpo
Supported by: Jetstar Airways Pty Ltd
April 28th (Monday) - May 2nd (Friday) Nishi Nippon ARTrail Edition / World Beer Edition
TBA
April 21 (Mon) - April 27 (Sun) Nishi Nippon ARTrail Edition / World Beer Edition
TBA
April 14th (Monday) to April 20th (Sunday) Suntory Edition / World Beer Edition
Kita Main Store
17:00~23:00
▼"KANPAI NIGHT PASS" launched
▼"Blue and Night Rainbow Parade" Exhibition
▼ Beer based on "World KANPAI Beer" on sale
▼ "Neo Tea Powder Ichirinka" pop-up and tasting experience (April 15th to 20th)
Minami Main Store
17:00~23:00
▼iiie (Iie) supervised world craft beer pop-up shop
Craft beer shop opens in Americamura, Shinsaibashi
*Some dates are not available.
April 13th (Sunday) Expo Opening Day Special/Expo Opening Day Special with YORUMON
Kita Main Store
17:00~ "Snack Alley in EXPO Bar" opens
[Price] Advance ticket: Snack culture experience ticket 30 minutes 1,200 yen
Same day: Snack culture experience ticket 30 minutes 1,500 yen
(Includes one drink, snacks, one karaoke song, and snack culture experience)
[Pre-order] https://snackyokocho.com/products/202504expo
[Sponsor] Xing Co., Ltd.
[Operated by] Online Snack Yokocho Bunka Co., Ltd.
Snack Yokocho Official Website: https://snackyokocho.com/
18:30~19:00 Live broadcast from around the Expo site!
20:00~ After-talk on the first day of the Expo
Minami Main Store
Expo Opening Day Special with YORUMON (Minami Main Branch)
17:00~23:00
[Cast] TAKAHARU FURUTANI / YUUNA / hinako / Katsura Kunoichi / WOM
[TALK SESSION] Koji Furuya / Tomimotorie / Kenta Gima / Akihiro Maeda
［FOOD］ TBA
*18:30~19:00 Live broadcast from around the Expo site!
April 12th (Sat) Osaka Karaoke Snack Edition/Kansai Curry Safety Association Edition
Kita Main Store
17:00~ "Snack Alley in EXPO Bar" opens
[Price] Advance ticket: Snack culture experience ticket 30 minutes 1,200 yen
Same day: Snack culture experience ticket 30 minutes 1,500 yen
(Includes one drink, snacks, one karaoke song, and snack culture experience)
[Pre-order] https://snackyokocho.com/products/202504expo
[Sponsor] Xing Co., Ltd.
[Operated by] Online Snack Yokocho Bunka Co., Ltd.
Snack Yokocho Official Website: https://snackyokocho.com/
Minami Main Store
SAVE THE CURRY vol.04 by Kansai Curry Safety Association (Minami Main Branch)
You can eat special collaboration curries themed on countries around the world, and you'll have a chance to win prizes by taking the curry quiz "Kansai Curry Quiz"! It's a day where you can fully enjoy the charms of Kansai curry while enjoying the spicy music played by curry-loving DJs.
April 11th (Friday) Machigoto Expo Opening Ceremony
Kita Main Store
17:00~18:30 Machigoto Expo Opening Ceremony
[Performers] City Boy Lounge / Aya Shimada / Hiroki Kutsuna and others
*Advance reservations are required.
[Application] https://expobar-kita01.peatix.com/view
19:00～ EXPO Sakaba Kita Main Store OPEN (free admission)
Minami Main Store
17:00~ OPEN
［DJ］TAKAHARU FURUTANI
19:00~20:00 Machigoto Expo Opening Ceremony (free admission)
[Cast] Saeka Bando / Cosaqu from Umeda Cipher / KZ from Umeda Cipher and others
20:00~
［DJ］DJ Shota
EXPO Sakaba Kita Main Branch
[Store name] EXPO Sakaba Kita Main Store
[Location] Lucua Osaka B2F Atrium side escalator atrium
[Address] 3-1-3 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
[Business hours] 17:00-23:00 *Floor business hours 11:00-23:00
EXPO Sakaba Minami Main Branch
[Store name] EXPO Sakaba Minami Main Store
[Location] Shinsaibashi PARCO B2F TANK Bar/Coffee House
[Address] 1-8-3 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture
[Business hours] 17:00-23:00 (last order 22:30) *Floor business hours 11:00-23:00
