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How to purchase tickets for the 2025 Osaka Expo

This quick guide will walk you through gaining access to Japan's biggest event of the year

Written by
Christopher House
Associate Editor, Time Out Tokyo
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Photo: istock/Lo Chun Kit | Osaka, Japan - January 11, 2025 : Myaku-Myaku, the mascot representing 2025 World Expo is seen at Osaka City Hall in Osaka, Japan.
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It's that time again — the World Expo is right around the corner. Bringing the world together once every five years, the event is all about showcasing global innovations in technology. This year's Expo, taking place in Osaka from April 13 to October 13, features contributions from over 160 countries and is estimated to host over 28 million attendees from all over the world.

Step 1: Register

2025 Osaka Expo registration page screenshots
Images: Christopher House2025 Osaka Expo registration page screenshots

Before you can purchase tickets, you must register for an ExpoID on the official Osaka Expo 2025 webpage using either an email address or an accepted account like Facebook, Line or Google. 

Step 2: Verify your ExpoID account

2025 Osaka Expo registration page screenshots

Next, you'll verify the account you just created. There are three options to choose from: email authentication, biometric/passcode or via a third-party authenticator app like Google Authenticator. Follow the Expo website's instructions for whichever method you select.

You'll have to verify your account using your selected verification method every time you log in, but you can change your verification method to one of the other two types in your Settings at any time.

Step 3: Book tickets

2025 Osaka Expo registration page screenshots

This part's pretty straightforward. Select the date and time you'd like to attend the Expo.

After you've selected your preferred date and time, you'll select the type of ticket you want. There are a myriad of options to choose from, starting from ¥4,000 for an adult Opening Ticket (valid from April 13 to 26) to ¥30,000 for an adult Season Pass (valid for the whole expo, April 13 to October 13).

2025 Osaka Expo registration page screenshots

Tickets are also available through other avenues besides the Expo website. If you live in Japan, you can purchase tickets at major convenience store chains like 7-Eleven, Lawson and FamilyMart. Additionally, both local and international travel agencies may offer Expo tickets. On-site, same-day ticket purchase is also possible, but availability may be limited.

Note that if you purchase your ticket outside of the Expo website, you'll have to 'transfer' the ticket to your ExpoID. Log in to your ExpoID account to find more detailed instructions.

Step 4: Select events and pavilions to visit

A number of events and pavilions will be completely open to the public, but others will require interested parties to enter into a lottery for the chance to attend. Just like with the ticket options, there are a few lotteries to choose from, so pick what works for you.

The first lottery begins three months before your preferred event or pavilion's start or opening date, and lasts about a month. The second lottery begins one month before, and lasts about three weeks. The third lottery starts three days before, and lasts until 9am on the day of your preferred event or pavilion's opening. You can also opt to try your luck and gain entrance on the same day, though tickets will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

More info on events, pavilions and their respective lotteries will be available closer to their starting dates, so check the Expo website for updates.

Step 5: Celebrate

Congrats! You've just purchased your ticket for the 2025 Osaka Expo. 

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