Latest Events in Osaka Prefecture(March Updated)

This exhibition brings together a wide range of works by Akihiko Kinutani, from his early works created during his time at Tokyo University of the Arts, to murals and reproductions from his studies in Venice, to his original work "Goddess of the Silver Peak" created for the official poster of the Nagano Winter Olympics, "No Sparrow and Shichika" created when he was seventy, and his posthumous work "Treasure Ship Crossing a Sea of ​​Colorful Clouds." Spanning from the 1960s to the 2020s, the exhibition showcases the evolution of Akihiko Kinutani's unique artistic world.

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.

The exhibition showcases nearly 100 works from the artist's creative journey spanning over thirty years, including paintings, all 17 films, drawings, and a large-scale mural created specifically for this exhibition.

This exhibition features illustrations by Takeo Tsunamoto, an illustrator renowned for depicting Osaka's iconic buildings and cityscapes. Presented in picture book form, the works depict his entire process of inheriting a nearly 140-year-old vacant house from relatives, restoring and renovating it, and finally moving in. In addition to the illustrations, the exhibition includes photographs of each stage of the restoration process, a detailed notebook documenting the restoration (including family meetings held after the decision to restore the house, fundraising, selecting craftsmen and construction companies, and project details), as well as a frame model and tools used in the construction.

The fifth annual Pudding Festival will be held on the food festival terrace on the first floor of Hanshin Umeda Main Store from February 25th (Wednesday) to March 9th (Monday), lasting 13 days, offering a variety of delicious and visually appealing puddings. From February 25th (Wednesday) to March 3rd (Tuesday), a series of puddings with surprising flavors and appearances will be available, including Japanese puddings with the aroma of Uji matcha, new hot and cold textures, and exquisite works of art. From March 4th (Wednesday) to March 9th (Monday), a series of special puddings will be available, including a popular product that has been acclaimed and renamed, new products created specifically for "Pudding Holiday," and spring limited edition puddings.

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!

Kang Seungyoon, a South Korean singer-songwriter and actor, is also the leader of the popular boy group WINNER. He gained recognition in 2010 by participating in the reality TV singing competition "Superstar K 2," where he finished fourth. Through the show, he released the digital hit single "Instinct," which sold nearly 2 million copies. He made his official solo debut in July 2013 with the digital single "It Rains" and became the leader of WINNER in August 2014, remaining active in both music and acting. The solo concert series "PASSAGE #2" enthusiastically began after the release of his second album "PAGE," touring Busan, Daegu, Daejeon, Gwangju, and Seoul, and is now set to arrive in Japan. The performance will fully showcase Kang Seungyoon's increasingly mature and profound musical world as a singer-songwriter—from WINNER's leader to a unique solo artist, he will unreservedly unleash all emotions and energy on stage. We sincerely invite you to join us live. On this night, let your heartbeat sync with the rhythm, share every melody in our gathered space, and breathe and resonate with the music. We look forward to meeting you!

The Osaka Campervan Show is one of the largest RV events in western Japan. Approximately 250 campervans will be on display, catering to a wide range of needs, from solo camping trips to family vacations and large group outdoor activities.

Cherry blossoms are the symbol of spring in Japan. The most popular "Somei Yoshino Cherry" is the center, and there are many varieties of cherry blossoms in various colors, sizes, and blooming seasons, including the "Yokozakura" with bright pink flowers and the "Yaebeinzakura" with graceful drooping branches. [Date] March 22, 2025 (Saturday) - April 6, 2025 (Sunday) ※No holidays during this period【Business hours】9:30-17:00 (last admission 16:30)

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.