Saudi Gazette report

OSAKA — The Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka has welcomed over 500,000 visitors within just 35 days of opening, becoming one of the event’s standout attractions.

Since its launch on April 13, the Pavilion has hosted more than 175 events and welcomed over 400 VIP delegations.

With an average of 14,000 daily visitors — peaking at 17,363 on May 4 during Japan’s Golden Week — the Pavilion has attracted roughly 16% of the total Expo footfall.

Located inside the West Gate in the Connecting Zone, the Pavilion operates daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Visitors are treated to an immersive experience titled "Meet Saudi," exploring the Kingdom’s heritage, transformation under Vision 2030, and its global impact.

Dr. Ghazi Faisal Binzagr, Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to Japan and Commissioner General of the Pavilion, said the turnout reflects growing global interest in the Kingdom's development story.

“We have received overwhelmingly positive reactions, particularly through our authentic Saudi hospitality offerings and positive feedback about our interactive pavilion spaces,” he noted.

The Pavilion’s cultural offerings include the “Ahlan Wa Sahlan” welcome program, interactive AR installations like The Botanist, and daily performances at the Cultural Studios.

Visitors journey through seven immersive galleries, highlighting the Kingdom’s evolving cities, sustainable initiatives, human potential, and innovation frontiers.

With more than 700 events planned during Expo 2025, the Saudi Pavilion continues to position itself as a central hub of engagement, culture, and innovation at the world fair.