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After 184 exciting days, the German Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, organised on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE), closes its doors on a resoundingly high note.

“The German Pavilion impressively demonstrated how well Germany unites innovative strength and design excellence with circular econ­omy,“ says Patrick Specht, Commissioner General of the German Pavilion. “Our performance succeeded in making tomorrow’s topics tangible whilst sending a strong signal for a responsible, resource-conserving future.“

Both the results of the visitor survey conducted at the German Pavilion and the international response confirm the success of the German exhibition under the leitmotif of circularity.

The German Pavilion impressed the public equally with its substantive content, design excellence and coherent overall visitor experience. This success is clearly reflected in the results of the visitor survey:

Thirty per cent of respondents ranked the German Pavilion as the best at the Expo, with a further 18 per cent ranking it second or third. Its thematic implementation likewise earned positive ratings: 65 per cent of respond­ents rated the presentation of the topics “sustainability“ and “future-orientated ideas“ as “very good“, with a further 29 per cent giving these topics a “good“ rating.

This shows that the German Pavilion successfully fulfilled its central objective of conveying the leitmotif of circularity to a broader public in a compelling and sophisticated manner through its content, design and comprehensibility. Its Circular mascot was particularly popular, with 39 per cent of respondents naming it the best element of the pavilion. In a character competition organised by the Expo, the Circular was also selected as most popular mascot.

Over the 184 days of the Expo, the German Pavilion presented a multifac­eted cultural programme with over 2100 hours of live entertainment and 23 artistic groups performing. The highlights included more than 51 mag­azine articles, 350 dance performances featuring the Camuro Dancers from Osaka in the “Germany by Dance” ensemble. The Association of Ger­man Dance Teachers also held 216 WDTU Let’s Dance sessions.

During the Expo, the German Pavilion welcomed around 450 political and 850 business delegations whilst receiving over 450 media representatives. Among the numerous high-ranking guests were German Federal President Dr. Frank-Walter Steinmeier, who visited the pavilion as part of the German Nation Day, Dr. Johann Wadephul, Federal Foreign Minister, Franziska Giffey, Senator for Economic Affairs, Energy and Public Enter­prises in Berlin, and Michael Kretschmer, Prime Minister of the Free State of Saxony.

Even international dignitaries used the German Pavilion for talks and meetings: Those distinguished guests in attendance at the German Pavil­ion included His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustaf of Sweden, Her Imperial Highness Princess Takamado of Japan and Petr Pavel, President of the Czech Republic. These prominent visits underscored the international charisma and diplomatic significance of the pavilion as a venue for discus­sion. International media coverage particularly emphasized the architec­tural concept, the immersive exhibition experience and the strict imple­mentation of the “Circular Economy“ theme.

The German Pavilion was honoured with several awards at the Expo. Of particular note is the Sustainability Award of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) – not only the most important recognition for outstand­ing achievements in the field of sustainability but also a central concern of Germany’s exhibit. In addition, the pavilion received the Silver Award from the BIE in the category “Theme Development“ (self-built pavilions – type A, larger than 1500 m²) for its creative and coherent implementation of the Expo leitmotif.

The German Pavilion also prevailed in other competitions: At the World Expolympics awards ceremony, it won gold in the “Best Sustainable Pavil­ion“ category. At EXHIBITOR Magazine’s World Expo Awards, Germany was honoured in the categories “Best Exterior Design“ (winner) and “Best Large Pavilion“ (honourable mention).

Beyond that, the pavilion’s architecture, designed by LAVA Architects, has won multiple awards. The modular, disassemblable and reusable concept was also convincing beyond the Expo: Besides the ICONIC AWARDS of the German Design Council, the German Pavilion also received the Green Good Design Award and the Big SEE Architecture Award.

These honours underline the international recognition of the German presence and its exemplary contribution to sustainability, design excel­lence and innovative construction.

Background: The Expo 2025 Osaka

Expo 2025 Osaka took place from 13 April to 13 October 2025. With the overarching theme of “Designing Future Society for Our Lives”, 150 countries presented their visions for the future. Japan hosted the World Expo for the third time, following Osaka (1970) and Aichi (2005).

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On behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, Koelnmesse GmbH is responsible for the organisation and operation of the German Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. The concept, planning and implementation of the German Pavilion are the responsibility of the “German Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka Consortium”, consisting of the companies facts and fiction (content, exhibition and media design) and GL events Live (building and construction) with the support of the Japanese branch. Laumann / Scheßl / Weismüller are taking over the technical construction supervision of the project. The architectural concept was designed by LAVA Architects (Berlin). The cultural agency VOSS+FISCHER together with Mike P. Heisel are responsible for the cultural programme. The pavilion’s restaurant and shop are run by the catering expert 78degrees.
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After 184 days at Expo 2025 Osaka, the German Pavilion “Wa! Germany” has closed its doors – an event that can be summed up as an all-round success. Together with its partners, the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE) as the responsible institution, can look back on a strong showing.
One highlight of note: in its final days, the world exhibition welcomed its three-millionth visitor.
Furthermore, the German Pavilion was honored by the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE) with two awards for Type A pavilions: the Sustainability Award and the Silver Award for Theme Development. The Sustainability Award honors pavilions that integrate the theme of sustainability in an exemplary manner — both in terms of content and practical implementation.
The Silver Award for Theme Development recognizes pavilions that interpret and present the Expo’s main theme in a particularly convincing, creative, and coherent way.

More than three million people from all over the world visited the German Pavilion, including numerous high-ranking delegations and representatives from politics, business, science, sports and media. More than 90 celebrities signed the pavilion’s guest book. The international media’s response was positive throughout and particular praise was heaped on the consistently circular design, the immersive exhibition and the “Circulars” as mascots.

“Our aim was to present Germany as a country of innovation and a driving force for the future. Welcoming over three million enthusiastic visitors and receiving the BIE’s Sustainability Award as well as the Silver Award for Theme Development is a tremendous achievement for our pavilion.,” emphasizes Commissioner General Patrick Specht from the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy.

The interpretation of the leitmotif “Mutually shaping a circular world” was consistently reflected in the architecture, design and programme. The pavilion unified nature and technology to create a unique experience that guided visitors on an emotional and interactive journey.

Themes like circular construction, urban agriculture, hydrogen technologies and circular fashion were presented just as vividly – enhanced by impulses and inspirations on how each and every one of us can contribute to a more sustainable lifestyle.

The visitors’ responses were overwhelmingly positive: Surveys showed that over 96 per cent rated the pavilion as “very good” and “good” – many even described it as one of the best at the Expo.

The Circular mascots were true crowd pleasers: To the delight of the public, these lovable, round costumed figures accompanied guests as multimodal audio guides. In an Expo popularity contest, visitors voted the Circular the most popular pavilion mascot at the World Expo – triumphal proof of the strong emotional vibe the character created.

Now, the end of the Expo in Osaka marks the conclusion of a project that impressively positioned Germany as an innovative powerhouse and liberal-minded member of the international community. The concepts and technologies showcased at the German Pavilion made it clear that the future viability of our society is not a remote vision, but an achievable and lived reality.

Background: The Expo 2025 Osaka

Expo 2025 Osaka took place from 13 April to 13 October 2025. With the overarching theme of “Designing Future Society for Our Lives”, 150 countries presented their visions for the future. Japan hosted the World Expo for the third time, following Osaka (1970) and Aichi (2005).

Project responsibility overview

On behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, Koelnmesse GmbH is responsible for the organisation and operation of the German Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. The concept, planning and implementation of the German Pavilion are the responsibility of the “German Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka Consortium”, consisting of the companies facts and fiction (content, exhibition and media design) and GL events Live (building and construction) with the support of the Japanese branch. Laumann / Scheßl / Weismüller are taking over the technical construction supervision of the project. The architectural concept was designed by LAVA Architects (Berlin). The cultural agency VOSS+FISCHER together with Mike P. Heisel are responsible for the cultural programme. The pavilion’s restaurant and shop are run by the catering expert 78degrees.
 

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Dr Johann Wadephul, Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs, today visited the German Pavilion “Wa! Germany” at Expo 2025 Osaka as part of his trip to Japan. Accompanied by a delegation of representatives from politics, business and the media, he learned more about Germany’s contribution to the World Expo. The German Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka is being organised on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy.

During his tour, Foreign Minister Wadephul gained insights into the architecture and exhibition of the German Pavilion. Pavilion Director Christopher Hecker guided the delegation through the immersive exhibition, which follows the leitmotif “Mutually shaping a circular world.”

“‘Designing Future Society for Our Lives’ is the theme of this year’s Expo in Osaka. The German Pavilion […] has also embraced this idea. I think it is an outstanding contribution, one that I am truly delighted about, as everything here is centred around the circular economy. The round buildings have been realized entirely according to circular design. This means that all materials used are recyclable and reusable. The mindful use of resources is central.”

Germany’s participation under the name “Wa! Germany” presents innovations from Germany – ranging from circular construction, closed material and energy cycles to digital future technologies – and shows how a sustainable, emission-free society can become reality.

Background: The Expo 2025 in Osaka

The Expo 2025 Osaka takes place from 13 April to 13 October 2025. With the overarching theme of “Designing Future Society for Our Lives”, around 150 countries present their visions for the future. Japan is hosting the World Expo for the third time, following Osaka (1970) and Aichi (2005). The organiser expects around 28 million visitors.

Project responsibility overview

On behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy, Koelnmesse GmbH is responsible for the organisation and operation of the German Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka. The concept, planning and implementation of the German Pavilion are the responsibility of the “German Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka Consortium”, consisting of the companies facts and fiction (content, exhibition and media design) and GL events Live (building and construction) with the support of the Japanese branch. The architectural concept was designed by LAVA Architects (Berlin). The cultural agency VOSS+FISCHER together with Mike P. Heisel are responsible for the cultural programme. The pavilion’s restaurant and shop are run by 78degrees.

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German Federal President Steinmeier opens German National Day at Expo 2025 Osaka

On 20 June 2025, German Federal President Frank-Walter Steinmeier opened German National Day at Expo 2025 Osaka with a festive ceremony. Germany’s head of state also visited the German and Japanese pavilions, whose immersive exhibitions are both dedicated to sustainability and the circular economy. National Day is an official day of honour for each participating country. It offers a special opportunity for the country to celebrate itself at the Expo with a unique cultural gala, showcasing its diversity, identity and innovative power. After the opening ceremony, an event was held on the topic “Beyond Planet Earth – German-Japanese Cooperation in Space”.

“Germany is contributing to this global workshop of ideas by considering the circular economy […]. For we firmly believe that the more wisely we use resources, the better it is for our planet […]. Fittingly, the German Pavilion bears the title ‘Wa! Germany.’ In Japanese, ‘Wa’ stands for ‘harmony’ and ‘circle’. But it also stands for a ‘Wow!’ of astonishment. This is, to my mind, an appropriate expression of what we are experiencing here on this Expo together. At this world exposition, the future is being made tangible, […] “ German Federal President said in his opening address on German National Day. Dorothee Bär, German Minister of Research, Technology and Space, accompanied the German Federal President during his visit to Expo 2025 Osaka.

Not only was the German Pavilion visited by high-ranking guests as part of German National Day, but a comprehensive cultural programme was offered in the National Day Hall as part of the celebrations. The National Day cultural presentations that followed the address by the German Federal President elicited similarly positive responses: The renowned German-Japanese pianist Alice Sara Ott performed works by Ludwig van Beethoven with virtuosity in her distinctly modern style. The hip-hop group Beathoven gave an urban edge to Beethoven’s classical musical legacy, whilst striking a particular chord with the younger members of the audience.

Another high point of National Day was the specialist event “Beyond Planet Earth – German-Japanese Cooperation in Space,” which brought together leading representatives from politics and aerospace. On site, the German Federal President Steinmeier was joined by Federal Minister Dorothee Bär, Chair of the Executive Board of the German Aerospace Center Dr Anke Kaysser-Pyzalla, President of Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) Dr Hiroshi Yamakawa and ESA astronaut Matthias Maurer. Astronaut Onishi Takuya, Japanese commander of the International Space Station (ISS) appeared via video link. Discussions about common perspectives for sustainable innovations in space and on earth were organised in collaboration with the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) and the German Aerospace Centre (DLR), supported by the Japanese-German Centre Berlin (JDZB).

Background: The Expo 2025 in Osaka

Expo 2025 Osaka takes place from 13 April to 13 October 2025. With the overarching theme of “Designing Future Society for Our Lives”, 150 countries present their visions for the future. Japan is hosting the World Expo for the third time, following Osaka (1970) and Aichi (2005). The organiser expects around 28 million visitors.

Project responsibility overview

Koelnmesse GmbH is responsible for organising and running the German Pavilion on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy. The concept, planning and implementation of the German Pavilion are the responsibility of the “German Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka Consortium”, consisting of the companies facts and fiction (content, exhibition and media design) and GL events Live (building and construction) with the support of the Japanese branch. The architectural concept was designed by LAVA Architects (Berlin). The advertising agency VOSS+FISCHER together with Mike P. Heisel are responsible for the cultural programme. The pavilion’s restaurant and shop are run by the catering expert 78degrees.

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“Wa! Germany” opens at Expo 2025 in Osaka
Germany invites the world to a dialogue on the circular economy

The German Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan opens its doors today. At the symbolic red ribbon-cutting ceremony, Michael Kellner, Parliamentary State Secretary at the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), and Petra Sigmund, German Ambassador to Japan, officially opened Germany’s pavilion to the public.

Inspired by the Japanese word that means “harmony”, “circle” and “Wow“ – Germany invites visitors from all over the world to discover innovative solutions for a sustainable circular economy at its “Wa! Germany” themed pavilion. The focus is on forward-looking concepts that promote the responsible use of natural resources – showcased in a multisensory exhibition with a strong edutainment component.

A hub for encounters, education and excitement

At the opening ceremony, Parliamentary State Secretary Kellner emphasised: “Our goal with ‘Wa! Germany‘ is to show the world how the innovative, ‚Made in Germany‘ circular economy is not only an ecological mandate, but also socially exciting. We are delighted to present this place of exchange, education and transformation to the global public.“

Future-proof architecture – in line with the circularity principle

Featuring seven cylindrical buildings, the German Pavilion is designed and constructed in line with circular principles. As a symbol of sustainable construction, the cylinders and building materials can all be reused after the Expo.

An exhibition for playful learning

The charming „Circulars“ are digital guides that accompany visitors throughout the interactive, informative and emotionally engaging exhibition. As audio guides, the “Circulars“ make the visitor experience truly special thanks to their clear language and identifiable characters.

Background: The Expo 2025 in Osaka

Expo 2025 Osaka takes place from 13 April to 13 October 2025. With the overarching theme of “Designing Future Society for Our Lives”, 150 countries present their visions for the future. Japan is hosting the World Expo for the third time, following Osaka (1970) and Aichi (2005). The organiser expects around 28 million visitors.

Project responsibility overview

Koelnmesse GmbH is responsible for organising and running the German Pavilion on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action. The concept, planning and implementation of the German Pavilion are the responsibility of the “German Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka Consortium”, consisting of the companies facts and fiction (content, exhibition and media design) and GL events Live (building and construction) with the support of the Japanese branch. The architectural concept was designed by LAVA Architects (Berlin). The advertising agency VOSS+FISCHER together with Mike P. Heisel are responsible for the cultural programme. The pavilion’s restaurant and shop are run by the catering expert 78degrees.

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The countdown is running for the German Expo Pavilion
Six months left until the World Expo 2025 Osaka opens its gates in Japan

Starting on 13 April 2025, Expo 2025 will run for six months in Osaka, Japan. Currently under construction, the German Pavilion of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action is designed along its circular economy theme and is anticipated to attract more than three million visitors. The circular buildings made of steel and wood will stand as an exponent for circular and sustainable construction. The immersive exhibition is currently being assembled as well and will then be incorporated into the buildings.

The basic framework of the German Expo Pavilion is made from 132 tonnes of steel and 140 tonnes of wood. “The pavilion itself will stand as an exponent for circular and sustainable building in its own right – every conceptual draft decision follows the objective of creating a tangible example of this. The steel foundation will be reused, whilst the wooden structure of the cylinders is filled out with prefabricated panels that symbolise sustainable façade materials. The pavilion’s architecture combines research with industrial products. Even the landscape will show how built and natural environments interact in cycles,“ explains Christian Tschersich, German Pavilion architect at LAVA – Laboratory for Visionary Architecture.
For GL events, members of the Consortium of the Pavilion, their construction is running on schedule. “Despite several challenges, we are making favourable progress with the construction of the initial structures. The first wooden cylinders of the German Pavilion are rising up from the ground,“ is how Thomas Quemin, Managing Director at GL events Japan KK describes the progress.
Preparations for the exhibition on circular economy, organised by facts and fiction, are also in their final phase. The creative agency, its partners and service providers are currently finalising the design and construction of the exhibits that immersively and entertainingly showcase the projects and products of the circular economy “made in Germany“. “The exhibition planning has now entered into its hot phase. All content, ideas and drafts for the exhibits and immersive spaces we have been developing for the past months are now finally becoming reality. Mock-ups help us apply the finishing touches and already give the Expo that “alive” feeling. This heightens everyone’s excitement and anticipation for Osaka,” Dr Wiebke Hahn, concept designer at facts and fiction sums it up.
The team at Koelnmesse that is responsible for organising and running the pavilion on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action likewise expresses their optimism. “We are currently getting ready to move off to Japan and eagerly anticipate the privilege of welcoming the first visitors to the German Pavilion in exactly six months‘ time,“ states Christopher Hecker, Director of the German Expo Pavilion.

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The next World Expo will take place from 13 April to 13 October 2025 in Osaka where the theme will be “Designing Future Society for Our Lives”. About 150 countries are estimated to participate in what will be the third Expo in Japan, after Osaka in 1970 and Aichi in 2005. The organisers are expecting more than 28 million visitors.

Koelnmesse GmbH will be organising and running the German Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action. The “German Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka Consortium”, comprising facts and fiction (Cologne) and GL Events Live (Lyon) with the support of their Japanese office, is in charge of concept design, planning and realisation. Facts and fiction is responsible for content, exhibition and media design, and the pavilion is being built by GL Events. Laumann / Scheßl / Weismüller are responsible for the construction supervision of the project. The architecture and spatial design come from LAVA Architects (Berlin). The cultural programme known as Culture Connect is being put together by Frankfurt-based agency VOSS+FISCHER, working together with culture and media manager Mike P. Heisel.  The pavilion’s restaurant and shop are run by 78degrees.

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The German Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan celebrates its ground-breaking just one year before the Expo opens: Germany’s participation is right on schedule

On 10 April 2024, the German Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka, Kansai, Japan celebrated its official ground-breaking ceremony on the site where the buildings will be erected. Distinguished guests were in attendance. The German construction and exhibit on the theme of circularity will be completed by the time the world exhibition opens on 13 April 2025. With its focus on sustainability and interactive personal experiences, the German participation at the upcoming Expo should once again draw record crowds, showcasing German innovations to millions of visitors from across the globe.

The start signal has sounded for the construction of the German Pavilion at Expo 2025 in Osaka. On the morning of 10 April 2024 and thus almost a year to the day before the World Exhibition opens its gates at the Expo site on the Island of Yumeshima, the ground was broken for the German Pavilion – organised under the auspices of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).

Alongside Dr. Dorothea Schütz, Deputy Director-General for Development Policy, Special Foreign Trade Promotion Instruments in North Africa, Near and Middle East at the BMWK, Ms. Melanie Saxinger, the German Consul General in Osaka, also spoke on the occasion of the ground-breaking ceremony. “With its focus on circular economy, the German Pavilion perfectly embodies the overall concept of Expo 2025 in Osaka and will make an important contribution to sustainable future-orientated technologies for German-Japanese cooperation,“ the Consul General said.

The presence of Mr. Hirofumi Yoshimura, Governor of Osaka Prefecture, Hideyuki Yokoyama, Osaka’s mayor alongside Mr. Hiroyuki Ishige, Secretary General of the Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition, the organisers of the upcoming world exhibition, underscored the importance of Germany’s participation in the Expo 2025 for the host country Japan.  Neither did Mr. Dimitri Kerkentzes, the Secretary General of the Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), the umbrella organisation of all World Exhibitions, miss the opportunity to attend Germany’s ground-breaking ceremony.

At the post-ground-breaking press conference, the German Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka Consortium, consisting of facts and fiction, the creative agency responsible for the exhibition design, and GL events, responsible for the construction, presented the steps envisioned for the coming months. “After an intensive planning and preparation phase, we are now ready to start with construction. In the next weeks, the first building materials will arrive at the German Pavilion site. We will start laying the foundation and then erect the steel and wooden structures for the round buildings. The pavilion will be ready for operation in a year’s time,” explains Thomas Quenim, Executive Director of GL events.  For Andreas Horbelt, Creative Director at facts and fiction, the most exciting part of his work is just about to begin: „For a country’s participation at a world exhibition to be successful, it is imperative to conduct thorough and robust research into both the theme and the host country. Now it’s all about transforming our concept into a real exhibition that informs, inspires and emotionalizes. We look forward to the next months of making this a reality.“

Background Information

The next World Expo will take place from 13 April to 13 October 2025 in Osaka where the theme will be “Designing Future Society for Our Lives”. About 150 countries are estimated to participate in what will be the third Expo in Japan, after Osaka in 1970 and Aichi in 2005. The organisers are expecting more than 28 million visitors.

Koelnmesse GmbH will be organising and running the German Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action. The “German Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka Consortium”, comprising facts and fiction (Cologne) and GL Events Live (Lyon) with the support of their Japanese office, is in charge of concept design, planning and realisation. Facts and fiction is responsible for content, exhibition and media design, and the pavilion is being built by GL Events. Laumann / Scheßl / Weismüller are responsible for the construction supervision of the project. The architecture and spatial design come from LAVA Architects (Berlin). The cultural programme known as Culture Connect is being put together by Frankfurt-based agency VOSS+FISCHER, working together with culture and media manager Mike P. Heisel.  The pavilion’s restaurant and shop are run by 78degrees.

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VOSS+FISCHER teamed with Mike P. Heisel will be organising the cultural programme for Germany at Expo 2025 Osaka

Their concept for the German Pavilion, “Culture Connect“ turns the stage into a place for cultural encounters

The advertising agency VOSS+FISCHER from Frankfurt am Main together with the culture and media manager Mike P. Heisel will be responsible for the cultural programme in the German Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025. After a public procurement procedure, their compelling concept that mixes music and dance performances, research and science modules, gaming and sport won the tender. The German presence at the Expo in Japan is the responsibility of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).

“Culture Connect“ is the dramatization motto for the German Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka. By creating a stage for cultural encounters, the Pavilion’s event area will serve as an interface between Germany, Japan and the world – one that fosters inspiration and engenders enthusiasm. Throughout the entire Expo from 13 April 2025 to 13 October 2025, the German Pavilion, named “Wa! Germany“, will give visitors the opportunity to experience and actively shape the live event programme on a daily basis. The cultural agency is setting its sights on both proven and new collaborations, including work with artists, institutions, cultural centres and ensembles. Special emphasis is placed on getting cultural professionals and institutions in Japan involved with a stage programme that saves on resources. VOSS+FISCHER and Mike P. Heisel had successfully designed and organised the cultural programme for the German Pavilion at Expo 2020 in Dubai.

Culture-Friends

The cultural programme will not be limited to features taking place on the pavilion’s stage. Visitors standing in queues will initially be greeted by “Culture Friends“. Like the Circulars, these mascots in walking act costumes guide visitors personally and virtually through the cultural programme. Additionally, in a specially designed digital application, the Culture Friends will be whisking the guests off on a tour through Germany’s cultural landscape before the real fun even starts. The total of six manga-style characters, each representing a cultural theme, are based on true-life figures from the German historical canon. The Culture Friends: Little Red Riding Hood stands for nature, nutrition and environment. A famous athlete from Germany will represent sport, gaming, integration and urbanity. A Triadic ballerina developed by Oskar Schlemmer is a tribute to the 100 years of Bauhaus style, uniting fine arts and diversity. Ludwig van Beethoven symbolises music, politics, history and sightseeing. Albert Einstein is synonymous with education and science. A popular German artist will thematise fashion, digitalisation and life in the future.

A stage open to showcasing the full range of Germany’s cultural landscape

The stage programme will change every day and be framed by recurring thematic subjects. In the “Pictures of Germany“ adventure, visitors can embark on a pictorial tour through the country. Current topics relating to science, culture and sport are accentuated by exciting presentations in the „Mittagsmagazin” attraction. The programme revolves around fun and entertainment, where young and old can interact and enjoy. The concept encourages visitors to participate through the programme attractions, spurred on by the Culture Friends.

Background Information

The next World Expo will take place from 13 April to 13 October 2025 in Osaka, Japan. Themed “Designing Future Society for Our Lives“, 150 countries and regions as well as 25 international organisations are expected to participate.

Koelnmesse GmbH is organising and running the German Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action. The “German Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka Consortium”, comprising the two companies facts and fiction (Cologne) and GL events (Lyon and Japan), is in charge of concept design, planning and realisation. facts and fiction is responsible for content, exhibition and media design; the pavilion is being built by GL events. The architecture and spatial design come from LAVA – Laboratory for Visionary Architecture (Berlin). The construction management company Laumann / Scheßl / Weismüller Architektur + Baumanagement GmbH is the project consultant for building-related aspects. 78degrees GmbH will be operating the restaurant and souvenir shop.

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Jana Soll

Deputy Head of Communications

Deutscher Pavillon Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan

Koelnmesse GmbH

Messeplatz 1, 50679 Cologne

Germany

+49 221 821 2251

media@expo2025germany.de

www.expo2025germany.de

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Expo 2025 Osaka: Become part of the Wa! Germany Team

Recruiting for the German Pavilion at Expo 2025 has kicked off

Job offerings for positions with the German Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka – taking place from 13 April to 13 October 2025 – have been officially announced. We are hiring pavilion guides to show international visitors around the German Pavilion and represent Germany at this mega event. Additionally, we are offering jobs for chief pavilion guides as well. Job vacancies are moreover available for assistants in management and communications as well as for protocol office assistants and deputy protocol officers. Have we sparked your interest? You will find all jobs posted here: www.expo2025germany.de. The deadline for applications is 30 April 2024.

“Designing Future Society for Our Lives“ is the motto that will bring together more than 150 nations at the Expo 2025 Osaka in Kansai, Japan where they will showcase their countries, cultures and innovations for a total of 184 days. Germany, represented by the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK), has named its pavilion „Wa! Germany“ to wow visitors on this global stage by highlighting topics around the theme of circular economy with its multifaceted and broad applications.

We are looking for motivated and passionate people to be the life and soul of the German Pavilion at Expo 2025. This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity offers those interested candidates the chance to become part of the German Pavilion and experience unforgettable months in Japan. A basic prerequisite for your application is a good knowledge of German. An additional foreign language, particularly Japanese, is an advantage and may even be required for some job openings. Social competence und intercultural sensitivity are other very important qualities and decisive factors for your application to be successful. Go to the corresponding job announcements to find the exact job profiles for the various positions offered.

We anticipate onboarding of the Pavilion Team to take place in Osaka in March or April of 2025. Applicants will only be considered if they are contractually available for the entire duration of the Expo.
At the Expo 2025 in Osaka, “Wa! Germany” offers interested candidates a unique opportunity to represent Germany with all its cultural diversity whilst becoming part of the international expo community.

Background Information

The next World Expo will take place from 13 April to 13 October 2025 in Osaka, Japan. Themed “Designing Future Society for Our Lives“, 150 countries and regions as well as 25 international organisations are expected to participate.

Koelnmesse GmbH is organising and running the German Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action. The “German Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka Consortium”, comprising the two companies facts and fiction (Cologne) and GL events (Lyon and Japan), is in charge of concept design, planning and realisation. facts and fiction is responsible for content, exhibition and media design; the pavilion is being built by GL events. The architecture and spatial design come from LAVA – Laboratory for Visionary Architecture (Berlin). The construction management company Laumann / Scheßl / Weismüller Architektur + Baumanagement GmbH is the project consultant for building-related aspects. 78degrees GmbH will be operating the restaurant and souvenir shop.

For enquiries, please contact

Jana Soll

Deputy Head of Communications

Deutscher Pavillon Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan

Koelnmesse GmbH

Messeplatz 1, 50679 Cologne

Germany

+49 221 821 2251

media@expo2025germany.de

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Germany submits building application to Osaka City authorities

The German Pavilion officially kicks off building approval process for Type A pavilion

By submitting its building application on 7 November 2023, to the Expo Organiser, the German Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka officially kicked off the process of obtaining the building permit. The building application is first reviewed by the Expo Organiser and then submitted to the Osaka city authorities. This marks the starting point for realisation of a unique Type A (self-built) pavilion.

The comprehensive application for the building permit including the general design plan of the pavilion and its schematics is now under review by the Expo Organiser and will then be submitted to Osaka city authorities. According to the current planning status, construction work on the German pavilion should get under way by the beginning of next year.

“We are extremely delighted to be able to take the next step that brings us closer to our goal of creating a space where the concept of circularity in presentation, architecture and construction all come together,“ says Christopher Hecker, Director of the German Pavilion.

A Type A pavilion is defined as a characteristically unique pavilion that the respective nation designs and builds itself. The concept for the German Pavilion was selected as part of an EU-wide procurement procedure in 2022. The comprehensive application for a building permit was prepared by the German Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka Consortium in cooperation with the construction consultants at Laumann / Scheßl / Weismüller Architektur + Baumanagement GmbH on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK).

Background information

The next World Expo will take place from 13 April to 13 October 2025 in Osaka, Japan. Themed “Designing Future Society for Our Lives“, 150 countries and regions as well as 25 international organisations are expected to participate.

Koelnmesse GmbH is organising and running the German Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka on behalf of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action. The “German Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka Consortium”, comprising the two companies facts and fiction (Cologne) and GL events (Lyon and Japan), is in charge of concept design, planning and realisation. facts and fiction is responsible for content, exhibition and media design; the pavilion is being built by GL events. The architecture and spatial design come from LAVA – Laboratory for Visionary Architecture (Berlin). The construction management company Laumann / Scheßl / Weismüller Architektur + Baumanagement GmbH is the project consultant for building-related aspects. 78degrees GmbH will be operating the restaurant and souvenir shop.

For enquiries, please contact
Jana Soll
Deputy Head of Communications
German Pavilion Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan
Koelnmesse GmbH
Messeplatz 1, 50679 Cologne
Germany
+49 221 821 2251

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