Osaka meets ֱn culture ahead of the 2025 Expo

On Saturday and Sunday, ֱ put on a cultural experience showcasing its heritage in Osaka's busy Namba district. (ANJ)
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  • Similar cultural showcases are scheduled for several cities across Japan in the coming weeks

TOKYO: To promote the country, its culture and heritage, as well as its pavilion at the Osaka Expo, which opens in April, ֱ is staging events around the country to give people a taste of life and culture in the Kingdom.

On Saturday and Sunday, ֱ put on a cultural experience showcasing its heritage in Osaka’s busy Namba district. The event used interactive experiences to help give the local people a taste of the nation’s rich traditions.

Visitors were able to experience ֱn hospitality and sample traditional food and drink.

The event also highlighted the country’s artistic heritage with displays of intricate handmade items that demonstrated the craftsmanship behind ֱ’s traditional arts.

A special Immersive VR Experience took guests virtually to the heart of the Arabian Peninsula, allowing them to explore cultural landmarks in a unique way.

In addition, guests were able to try on traditional Saudi attire, while live performances of regional music created a unique Arabian atmosphere.

One attendee described the event as “an unexpected but delightful experience,” adding that the culture felt “warm and welcoming.”

Similar cultural showcases are scheduled for several cities across Japan in the coming weeks. With the Osaka-Kansai Expo approaching, ֱ is building anticipation for its pavilion, where a similar diverse program of performances, exhibits and cultural showcases will be on display.