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Ramen EXPO 2025 in Expo ’70 Commemorative Park | Nov 22 – Dec 30 | Japan’s Regional Ramen Gather in Osaka! 🍜

Ramen EXPO 2025 in Expo ’70 Commemorative Park

Ramen EXPO 2025 in Expo ’70 Commemorative Park is one of the largest ramen festivals in western Japan, bringing together popular ramen shops from across the country. From Hokkaido to Okinawa, visitors can enjoy a wide range of regional flavors, seasonal specialties, and unique bowls crafted by skilled makers. The lively festival atmosphere enhances the experience, offering warm bowls of ramen in the crisp winter air. Held alongside the Gyoza EXPO, the event also allows guests to enjoy delicious pairings of flavorful ramen and freshly cooked gyoza. This multi-week food festival is a must-visit for ramen fans, families, and anyone who loves discovering new tastes.

Schedule

2025
Saturday, November 22 – Monday, November 24
Ramen EXPO 2025 (1st Round)
Friday, November 28 – Sunday, November 30
Ramen EXPO 2025 (2nd Round)
Friday, December 5 – Sunday, December 7
Ramen EXPO 2025 (3rd Round)
Friday, December 12 – Sunday, December 14
Ramen EXPO 2025 (4th Round)
Friday, December 19 – Sunday, December 21
Ramen EXPO 2025 (5th Round)
Saturday, December 27 – Tuesday, December 30
Ramen EXPO 2025 (6th Round)

Time

11時〜21時（ラストオーダー20時30分）
※11月22日（土）のみ15時ラストオーダー・16時営業終了（花火イベント開催のため）
※16時30分以降は中央口・日本庭園前ゲートのみ入園可能。

Venue

Expo ’70 Commemorative Park – Festival Plaza (1-1 Senri Banpaku Park, Suita, Osaka).
Access: About a 5-minute walk from Osaka Monorail “Banpaku-Kinen-Koen Station.”
Parking: Central Parking Lot and Japanese Garden Parking Lot operate with extended night hours.

Admission

Free admission.
※Separate park entrance fee required: Adults 260 yen / Elementary & junior high students 80 yen.
※Ramen is sold via ticket system (1,000 yen per bowl; set tickets available).

Organizer

Ramen EXPO 2025 Executive Committee

Craft Gyoza Festival OSAKA 2025 | Nov 19 (Wed) – Nov 24 (Mon, Substitute Holiday) at Tsurumi Ryokuchi — A Nationwide Celebration of Creative Gyoza!

Craft Gyoza Festival OSAKA 2025

Craft Gyoza Festival OSAKA 2025 brings together beloved gyoza creators from across Japan, offering a colorful lineup of unique and inventive dumplings. From classic pan-fried favorites to steamed, boiled, and crispy fried varieties, the festival showcases imaginative flavors, creative ingredients, and visually striking styles. Visitors can savor bold specialty gyoza, fusion-inspired combinations, and artisanal creations crafted with exceptional care. Set against the vibrant autumn scenery of Tsurumi Ryokuchi, this food-filled celebration invites families, friends, and gyoza enthusiasts to enjoy a relaxed outdoor feast paired with refreshing drinks and lively festival energy.

Schedule

2025
Wednesday, November 19 – Monday, November 24
Craft Gyoza Festival OSAKA 2025

Time

（平日）11時〜19時、（土日祝）10時〜20時

Venue

Tsurumi Ryokuchi Park – Grand Lawn (2-163 Ryokuchi Park, Tsurumi-ku, Osaka).
Access: A short walk from Exit 1 of Osaka Metro “Tsurumi Ryokuchi Station.” The spacious lawn area provides an inviting open-air venue popular among families and festival-goers.

Admission

Free admission (food and beverages sold separately)

Organizer

LAF Entertainment Inc. / Kyodo Osaka

Osaka Foodies Marathon | Oct 27, 2025 (Mon) – Jan 12, 2026 (Mon, Holiday) | A Digital Stamp Rally to Explore Osaka’s Culinary Culture 🍽

Osaka Foodies Marathon

Osaka Foodies Marathon is a citywide digital stamp rally that invites participants to explore Osaka’s diverse food culture and unique neighborhoods. With themed cards tailored to different times of day, visitors can discover recommended restaurants, local attractions, and vibrant streets while enjoying a fresh and flexible travel style. The event uses both digital and paper cards, allowing anyone to join easily, and offers special rewards based on collected cards and travel routes. This seasonal campaign blends culinary discovery with cultural exploration, making it an engaging way to experience Osaka in an immersive and interactive format.

Schedule

2025
Monday, October 27 – Monday, January 12
Osaka Foodies Marathon

Time

10時〜24時

Venue

Locations across Osaka Prefecture (nine regional courses).
Each area features themed routes highlighting local restaurants, sightseeing spots, and cultural attractions. Access varies by course, with major transportation hubs such as Osaka Station, Namba Station, and Umeda Station offering convenient entry points to participating areas.

Admission

Free (participation via LINE or paper cards)

Organizer

Osaka Prefectural Government, Policy and Planning Department, Growth Strategy Bureau, General Affairs and Planning Group

Spice Curry Expo 2025 at Hanshin Umeda | August 27 (Wed) – September 1 (Mon) — Exclusive Collaboration Curries Await 🍛✨

Spice Curry Expo 2025

The Spice Curry Expo 2025 at Hanshin Umeda Main Store is a must-visit event for curry lovers. For the first time, the theme is “Collaboration,” bringing together renowned restaurants to create exclusive dishes you can only taste here. Over six days, twenty participating eateries will rotate between the first and second half of the event, serving up special “aigake” (two-in-one curry plates) that blend signature flavors into one unforgettable meal. Beyond dining on-site, visitors can also shop for spice kits and recipe books to recreate the magic at home. This late summer celebration promises heat, aroma, and culinary creativity at every turn.

Date

Wednesday, August 27 – Monday, September 1
Spice Curry Expo 2025

Time

10:00 – 20:00

(Final day: 10:00 – 17:00)

Venue

Hanshin Umeda Main Store 1F Shokusai Terrace

1-13-13 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka

Directly connected to Hanshin Osaka-Umeda Station and a short walk from JR Osaka Station

Admission

Free (food and drink purchases charged separately)

Organizer

Hanshin Umeda Main Store

Asian Street Food with the 21st Osaka Asian Film Festival | August 13 (Wed) – August 18 (Mon) at Hanshin Umeda Main Store 🍜🎬

Asian Street Food with the 21st Osaka Asian Film Festival

Hanshin Umeda Main Store will transform into a lively Asian night market this summer with “Asian Street Food with the 21st Osaka Asian Film Festival.” From August 13 to August 18, visitors can enjoy authentic flavors from Southeast Asia, Taiwan, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Myanmar, ranging from beloved street snacks to creative fusion dishes. Whether you’re in the mood for a quick bite, a sweet treat, or a full-on foodie adventure, this event promises an irresistible culinary journey. Adding to the atmosphere, exclusive trailers from the upcoming 21st Osaka Asian Film Festival will be screened, letting you experience both the tastes and the cinematic spirit of Asia in one exciting event.

Date

Wednesday, August 13 – Monday, August 18
Asian Street Food with the 21st Osaka Asian Film Festival

Time

According to Hanshin Umeda Main Store opening hours

Venue

Hanshin Umeda Main Store 1F Shokusai Terrace

1-13-13 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka

Directly connected to Hanshin Osaka-Umeda Station. A short walk from JR Osaka Station, Osaka Metro Midosuji Line Umeda Station, Tanimachi Line Higashi-Umeda Station, and Yotsubashi Line Nishi-Umeda Station.

Admission

Free (food and product purchases charged separately)

Organizer

Hanshin Umeda Main Store

Osaka Gourmet Expo 2025 | April 12 (Sat) – October 13 (Mon, Holiday) at Osaka Castle Park — A Food Paradise with Famous Restaurants Nationwide 🍽️✨

Osaka Gourmet Expo 2025

Osaka Gourmet Expo 2025 supported by SUNTORY will transform Osaka Castle Park into a brand-new foodie hotspot from April to October. More than thirty restaurants will rotate throughout the event, bringing together Michelin-recognized dishes, Osaka’s beloved soul food, and long-line favorites from across Japan. Exclusive menus created just for the expo will also appear, making every visit a new culinary adventure. With free entry and a festive atmosphere, this event promises to become the ultimate destination for food lovers from around the world during Expo year.

Date

Saturday, April 12 – Monday, October 13
Osaka Gourmet Expo 2025

Time

11:00 – 22:00 (planned)

Venue

Osaka Castle Park, Taiyo-no-Hiroba (Sun Plaza)

540-0002 Osaka, Chuo-ku, Osakajo 3

Access:
・JR Osaka Loop Line: 2 minutes on foot from Osaka Castle Park Station, 8 minutes from Morinomiya Station
・Osaka Metro Chuo Line / Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line: 8 minutes on foot from Morinomiya Station
・Osaka Metro Nagahori Tsurumi-ryokuchi Line: 5 minutes on foot from Osaka Business Park Station

Admission

Free

Organizer

City of Osaka

Operating Partners

Yomiuri Shimbun and General Incorporated Association Team Kansai Community

Supported By

Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition

Special Sponsor

Suntory Holdings Limited

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