Latest Events in Osaka Prefecture(March Updated)

Osaka Kansai Expo has decided to hold the "Japan Fireworks Expo", and the "Japan Fireworks Expo" will show the world the charm of Japan's unique culture, the world's highest level of fireworks technology. Fireworks festivals in various places have their own regional characteristics and are deeply connected to local culture and traditions. There are also many fireworks festivals with a history of 100 years. For example, fireworks festivals started to pray for the comfort of those who died in the great famine and plague and for the elimination of diseases. Fireworks festivals that started as a symbol of reconstruction after war and earthquakes, and include mourning and wishes for peace. Fireworks masters from all over the country gather together to compete in technology and artistry. Fireworks set off near the sacred shrine are solemn and there is a fireworks festival where you can feel a special atmosphere.

A grand spring festival with cherry blossoms in full bloom, illuminated by nighttime cherry blossom lights. The three-day "Ogimachi Park Cherry Blossom Festival" will be held at Ogimachi Park in Osaka from April 3rd to April 5th, 2026. This large-scale spring event in the heart of Osaka offers a refined and uniquely Japanese cultural experience for visitors from both Japan and overseas. In addition, a special sky lantern releasing experience is available. This experience is limited to guests who make advance reservations, allowing participants to release lanterns inscribed with their wishes into the night sky and enjoy a tranquil and unforgettable moment.

IVE is a six-member South Korean girl group consisting of Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Wonyoung, Liz, and Leeseo, who debuted on December 1, 2021. They achieved the fastest first-place win on Korean music shows in the history of girl groups. In 2022, they consecutively received Rookie of the Year and Grand Prize awards, solidifying their position as the strongest fourth-generation K-pop female idol group. Furthermore, IVE has continuously broken "fastest" and "highest" records, such as winning the Grand Prize for two consecutive years at the "MAMA Awards," one of Korea's largest K-pop award ceremonies, establishing themselves as the "aspirational icon of the MZ generation." Their popularity has expanded globally in both name and reality. Their album "IVE EMPATHY," released in Korea in February 2025, sold over 1.04 million copies in its first week, achieving their fifth consecutive million-seller. Currently, IVE is embarking on the large-scale world arena tour "IVE WORLD TOUR ‘SHOW WHAT I AM’," starting with a concert in Seoul, South Korea, and touring across Asia, America, Europe, and Oceania. It has now been confirmed that they will hold a Japan concert at Kyocera Dome Osaka in April 2026! To all DIVE (fans)—the long-awaited celebration has finally arrived! Get ready to join IVE, ignite the venue, and witness this shining moment together!

The Nemophila Festival is held in Maishima, located next to Yumeshima, the site of the Osaka Expo. It is a major spring event where you can enjoy the view of the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge in the distance, feel the pleasant sea breeze, and admire the nemophila flowers blooming across the vast grounds. The event is held from April to May when the nemophila flowers are at their best, and the harmony of the nemophila flowers that paint the entire hill a deep blue, the vast ocean of Osaka Bay, and the clear blue sky is a spectacular sight that you'll want to capture in photos. Located in a vast seaside park overlooking Osaka Bay,44,000㎡This is a hugely popular spring event in the Kansai region, where fields of nemophila spread out before you. The spectacular view of the blue sky, sea, and flowers all blending together becomes a hot topic on social media every year, with people saying, "It's like being lost in a world of blue." The biggest attraction is the nemophila flower fields that paint the 44,000㎡ hill blue! On sunny days, the blue of the sky and sea join together to create a perfect "gradation of blue." It's a must-see for photography enthusiasts. Weekends, holidays and Golden WeekLong business hours until 18:30. The nemophila flowers bathed in the setting sun look completely different from those seen during the day, creating a fantastical landscape. huge"MAISHIMA" MonumentThere are plenty of photogenic spots in the park, including a spectacular photo area on top of a hill! Your photos are sure to look great on social media. In addition to the blue of the nemophila, there are also areas with cherry blossoms and tulips, adding spring-like colors, making it a very popular photo spot. "Nemophila Festival 2026" A breathtaking view of the sea, sky, and flowers all unified in blueA beautiful collaboration with spring flowersA comprehensive event where you can enjoy gourmet food and photographyIt is one of the most popular flower events in the Kansai region. If you are planning a trip for Golden Week or spring in 2026, we recommend that you definitely include this event in your plans.

ONEW debuted in 2008. With his outstanding singing skills and expressive performance, he has been active not only on stage as an artist but also in musical theater, TV dramas, variety shows, and various activities both domestically and internationally. In September 2024, he made a long-awaited comeback with his third mini-album "FLOW," which topped the iTunes charts both domestically and internationally. There is great anticipation for further activities from artist ONEW. Riding on the release of the 5th EP "TOUGH LOVE" in Korea on March 9th, a fan meeting will be held for 3 days in Osaka and 2 days in Tokyo♪This will be the first fan meeting in about 1 year and 10 months. We hope you all look forward to spending a wonderful time with ONEW!

MONSTA X debuted in Korea in May 2015 with "TRESPASS."This six-member boy group is known for their powerful dance performances and music featuring a dual-rapper structure, with members actively contributing to songwriting.They made their Japanese debut on May 17, 2017, with one of their signature tracks, "HERO -Japanese ver.-."Although their activities in Japan were last seen with an album release in May 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic and overlapping military enlistments, all four of their previously released CDs in Japan consecutively received Gold Disc certifications. Their albums consistently ranked high on weekly charts such as Oricon and Billboard JAPAN Top Albums Sales. Additionally, they successfully held three world tours and gained significant international recognition, notably becoming the first K-POP group to perform at the "iHeartRadio Music Festival 2019" in the United States.

Discover U!!! An undiscovered side of you is about to make some noise. It's Universal Studios Japan's 25th anniversary. This is a special year where "U" stands for "you" and "USJ." You can encounter captivating new experiences this year at USJ. Here, you can rediscover awe-inspiring experiences from 25 years of our history, as well as unforgettable entertainment. Here, you can savor unexpected moments of excitement, break out in dance, and experience the thrill of unleashing a power that you never knew you had! Take the plunge! Unleash all of your emotions! An undiscovered side of you is about to make some noise at the awesome festivities!

The exhibition brings together over 160 works, including representative pieces and works being shown to the public for the first time, making it the largest retrospective to date. The exhibits cover his early years, his time studying in Europe, and his mature period, comprehensively presenting the trajectory of his artistic development. Through works and materials such as letters and diaries, the exhibition delves into the formation of his art and his philosophy of life.

This exhibition will showcase distinctive toys from across Japan from the museum's collection, highlighting the prayers embodied in their materials, patterns, and shapes. We hope these regional toys will evoke a sense of nostalgia, even if it's your first time seeing them.