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Osaka News
News
Osaka is hosting the Tohoku Four Seasons & Tohoku Kizuna Festival at Expo 2025, celebrating the region’s culture, cuisine, and traditions. The event expresses gratitude for global support following the 2011 earthquake and features parades, traditional performances, and craft workshops.
Business News
The 2025 Osaka-Kansai Expo is showcasing futuristic food innovations, including 3D-printed meat and regenerated rice, developed using cutting-edge technology. These advancements aim to address food shortages and improve sustainability.
Economic News
The World Expo in Osaka is focusing on global hunger solutions, highlighting agrifood systems, nutrition, and food aid. The event is co-sponsored by the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and the World Food Programme (WFP).
Political News
Japan’s Minister of Economic Revitalization, Ryosei Akazawa, held talks with the U.S. Commerce Secretary ahead of the upcoming Japan-U.S. Summit. Discussions centered on trade negotiations and economic cooperation.
Election News
The 2025 Japanese House of Councillors election is scheduled for July 20, 2025, with 124 seats up for grabs. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba is facing challenges after his party lost its majority in the 2024 snap elections, leading to a minority government.
Employment News
The Osaka Employment Service Center for Foreigners is expanding its support for international job seekers, offering multilingual career counseling and job placement services. New interpretation services in Vietnamese and Ukrainian have been introduced.
Business News
The Osaka Stock Exchange is experiencing volatility due to geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran, which have driven oil prices higher. The Nikkei 225 closed at 37,834.25, down 0.89%, reflecting investor concerns.
Forecast
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june 20: Rain showers, 80°F/60°F (27°C/16°C).
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June 26: Sunny, 82°F/59°F (28°C/15°C).
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June 27: Partly cloudy, 86°F/62°F (30°C/17°C).
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June 28: Clear skies, 87°F/57°F (31°C/14°C).
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June 29: Mild, 84°F/53°F (29°C/12°C).
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June 20: Warm, 87°F/60°F (31°C/16°C).
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June 21: Pleasant, 80°F/60°F (27°C/16°C).
Entertainment News
Osaka is hosting Sumiyoshi Taisha’s Rice Planting Ceremony, a traditional event praying for a bountiful harvest. The Osaka-Kansai Expo is also featuring immersive exhibitions, including Shosoin THE SHOW, which brings ancient Japanese treasures to life.
Upcoming Events
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Dominion 6.15 in Osaka-jo Hall – june 20 (Professional Wrestling).
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Joe Hisaishi & Japan Century Symphony Orchestra – June 23 (Concert).
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Sumiyoshi Taisha Rice Planting Ceremony – June 24 (Cultural Festival).
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Osaka Whisky Festival – June 28-29 (Food & Drink Festival).
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Bunraku Performance for Beginners – june 20 (Traditional Theater).
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Seiko Matsuda Concert at Osaka Castle Hall – June 27 (Music Concert).
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Summer Sonic Osaka 2025 – August 16-17 (Music Festival).
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Osaka Senshu Fireworks Festival – August 23 (Fireworks Show).
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Aizen Festival – June 30-July 2 (Traditional Festival).
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Osaka Kansai Expo 2025 Fireworks – June 28 (Fireworks Show).
Let me know if you need more details on any of these topics!
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