Saudi Arabia Tourism Board to hold “Wonders of Arabia” at Osaka Kansai Expo

Saudi Arabia Tourism Board to hold “Wonders of Arabia” at Osaka Kansai Expo ​
Saudi Arabia Tourism Authority Press Release: July 3, 2025 Saudi Arabian Government Tourism Board to hold “Wonders of Arabia” at Osaka Kansai Expo The first 250 people to answer all questions correctly in the quiz rally will receive a free limited edition Doraemon tote bag every day.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/125768/11/125768-11-5914311af48ba91cb916122235f2cecd-520×799.jpg [Tokyo, July 3, 2025] – The Saudi Arabian Tourism Board will host “Wonders of Arabia,” a free experience of the charms of Saudi Arabian culture, as part of the “Welcome to Saudi Arabia” campaign to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Saudi Arabia. This event will be held for seven days from July 10 (Thurs) to July 16 (Wed) at the “EXPO Messe” of the 2025 Osaka Kansai Expo, from 10:00 to 20:00 (last entry) every day for free. The venue is located about a 10-minute walk from the Saudi Arabia Pavilion. The Saudi Arabia Pavilion, which welcomed more than one million visitors as of the end of June, will provide further opportunities for cultural exchange and traditional experiences through this one-week-only event. “Wonders of Arabia” offers a variety of programs that allow you to experience Saudi Arabia’s rich cultural heritage and modern charm. Visitors will be invited to the “heart of Arabia” through traditional hospitality, art, language, and the charm of local culture. In addition, this event will also feature a special project with “Doraemon”. During the period, the first 250 people each day who answer all questions correctly will receive a limited edition Doraemon tote bag. Major highlights of “Wonders of Arabia” include: • Arabia experience • “Saudi × Japan”: A fusion of origami art and Saudi culture (camels made of origami, etc.) • Tent Zone: Enjoy Saudi coffee, dates and sweets accompanied by music. • Go on a journey of exploration • Through interactive on-screen visuals and photo booths, you can explore fascinating locations such as Diriyah, Riyadh, Asir, Jeddah, the Red Sea and AlUla. • Get familiar with the culture • Live Arabic and Japanese calligraphy demonstrations. This corner allows you to write your name on specially designed paper. Traditional Saudi Arabian handicrafts and ceramics are also available. • Saudi Arabia as a sports hub • We have recreated the locker room of Cristiano Ronaldo, known to all soccer fans. You can also take photos. • Introducing the highlights of Saudi Arabia recommended by Cristiano Ronaldo • F1 virtual reality experience • Information about the FIFA World Cup 2034 to be held in Saudi Arabia • You can learn other information about the e-Sports World Cup interactively • Departure zone: • You can take photos wearing traditional Saudi Arabian clothing • Detailed information on how to obtain E-visa • Special gifts for visitors • During the event, limited-edition Doraemon tote bags will be available to the first 250 customers each day, and camel origami art and custom folding umbrellas will also be available.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/125768/11/125768-11-2d8ee53db36ce1ea9b2f719b9fb90b1f-902×504.jpg Limited edition tote bag. During the period from July 10th to 16th, the first 250 people to arrive will receive a gift every day. About “Wonders of Arabia” Date: Thursday, July 10, 2025 to Wednesday, July 16, 2025 Time: 10:00 to 20:00 (last entry) Venue: Osaka Expo Exhibition Center “EXPO Messe” Admission fee: Free for those with an Expo admission ticket *On the first day, July 10, from 10:00 to 12:00 (noon), the exhibition will be open only to media personnel About the Saudi Arabia Pavilion Period: April 13th to October 13th, 2025 Time: 9:00 to 21:00 Location: Connecting Zone near the West Gate of the Expo Venue, Osaka Admission fee: Free for those with an Expo admission ticket, no reservation required URL: https://ksaexpo2025.sa/en About Saudi Arabia Saudi, Welcome to Arabia is a vibrant consumer brand that promotes Saudi Arabia to the world and welcomes visitors to the country. The brand’s role is to promote Saudi Arabia’s tourism industry through awareness campaigns and provide travellers with comprehensive information and activities to plan and enjoy an unforgettable trip. As the world’s fastest growing destination, Saudi Arabia, in the heart of Arabia, is one of the most exciting new destinations year-round. More information about this release *This email has been sent automatically, so please do not reply.