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πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Air taxi service, just around the corner - Challenges on the ground for flying cars

The article discusses the advancing integration of air taxi services, particularly in preparation for the Osaka Kansai Expo, exploring the challenges associated with their implementation and operational procedures.

Mar 16 β€’ 22:00 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Expansion of β€˜Myakumyaku’ and β€˜Komyaku’ Users: New Rules by the Expo Association

The Expo Association has announced new rules allowing a wider range of companies and organizations to use the official character β€˜Myakumyaku’ and the design system β€˜Komyaku’ for the upcoming 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo.

Mar 16 β€’ 10:00 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Canada Pavilion at Expo returns site in Yumeshima, government representative says 'It was like a dream'

The Canadian pavilion at Expo in Yumeshima, Osaka, has returned its site to the Japan International Exhibition Association following its dismantling five months after the event's closure.

Mar 13 β€’ 08:00 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Search Warrant Executed on Thailand Pavilion Construction Company Amid Allegations of Unauthorized Work by Osaka Prefectural Police

Osaka Prefectural Police conducted a search of the construction company responsible for the Thailand Pavilion at the Osaka-Kansai Expo over suspicions of unauthorized work and violations of the Construction Business Law.

Mar 13 β€’ 04:04 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Dismantling and Reuse of the Expo Roof Ring Advances - Wood Utilized in Disaster Areas and Floral Expositions

Dismantling of the Expo Roof Ring in Osaka is progressing with a significant portion of the wood planned for reuse in reconstruction efforts and future exhibitions.

Mar 5 β€’ 09:35 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Behind the Creation of the World's Largest Wooden Structure: A Simple Building

The article explores the symbolic significance and architectural evolution of the Great Circle, a monumental wooden structure showcased at last year's Osaka Expo.

Mar 5 β€’ 04:00 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Utilization of Expo's Surplus: Legacy Conference Discusses Application of Rings, Memorial Hall, and Advanced Technologies

A legacy conference held in Tokyo discussed the allocation of surplus funds from the Osaka-Kansai Expo towards various initiatives.

Feb 27 β€’ 07:57 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Myakumyaku Reunited Again: Ceremony for Relocation of Two Statues at Expo Memorial Park

Two Myakumyaku statues have been relocated to Expo Memorial Park in Osaka, with a ceremonial unveiling attended by local residents.

Feb 21 β€’ 06:00 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
World

The end of the largest wooden structure in the world. The Great Circle is going for firewood

The iconic Great Circle structure from Expo 2025 in Osaka, initially set to be demolished and used for firewood, will instead be repurposed as construction material in two Japanese cities.

Feb 20 β€’ 13:39 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Four Months After the Expo Closing, What Remains at the Site: Progress on the Demolition of the Ring, Sparse Pavilions

Four months after the Osaka-Kansai Expo's closure, demolition progresses on key structures at the site, including the iconic 'Big Roof Ring' and various international pavilions.

Feb 10 β€’ 08:20 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Wedding During Break Time of Expo Security: Osaka Police Punished for Cheating on Promotion Exam

In 2025, 26 officers from the Osaka Prefectural Police faced disciplinary action, including firings and suspensions, for various offenses, notably for cheating on promotion exams and inappropriate conduct.

Feb 5 β€’ 09:34 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Myakumyaku Reunion Ceremony: 30,000 Applicants for 300 Spots

A reunion ceremony for the 'Myakumyaku' monuments will be held in Osaka with 30,000 applications received for only 300 available spots.

Feb 5 β€’ 08:00 UTC

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