Featured Events in Osaka in May 2025 (April Updated)

Nearly half a century has passed since the appearance of home game consoles - "video games," which began with pixel art, have now created many new worlds with beautiful images that rival those of movies. Games have become widespread in our lives and a part of popular culture, and it can be said that they have evolved into a comprehensive art that crosses the fields of technology and expression and demonstrates the creativity and individuality of creators. Capcom, headquartered in Osaka, has developed many titles and fascinated people around the world since its founding in 1983 and has grown into a global game software manufacturer. This exhibition will generously introduce the grand process of game creation, including proposals and original drawings made by the developers' hands, graphic work such as posters and packages, experiential content, and the latest technology, as well as the imagination and realization skills of the creators involved, creating an opportunity to reexamine Japan's proud game culture.

This retrospective exhibition is held to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Uemura Shoen's birth, and will introduce her achievements in painting through many works. Shoen's art pursues unique ideals, which is different from those of Kabuki Kiyokata and Kitano Tsunetomi who depicted female images in the same era. At the same time, as a pioneer of outstanding female painters, she also served as a guiding light for later generations, giving birth to many female Japanese painters, including Ikeda Kyoen and Shima Narien. In the Kyoto painting world with a strong Shijo school tradition, Shoen Uemura, who created her own lineage of beautiful paintings, was destined to be a pioneer in many senses, and she eventually succeeded in fulfilling the mission given by fate. This exhibition will display more than 100 outstanding works from Shoen's early to late years, including masterpieces such as "Mother and Child" (Important Cultural Property, Collection of the National Museum of Modern Art, Tokyo) and "Jō no Mai" (Important Cultural Property, Collection of Tokyo University of the Arts), showing visitors their charm. In addition, this will be a valuable opportunity to review the true value of Shoen's art. She was the first woman to be awarded the Order of Culture and left an indelible mark on the history of modern art.

This exhibition will be held to coincide with the Osaka-Kansai Expo, as the first of the Expo commemorative exhibitions, with the theme of "Getting to Know Osaka." The aim is to widely disseminate Osaka's urban residential culture, and it will be held to coincide with the Osaka-Kansai Expo, as the first of the Expo commemorative exhibitions, with the theme of "Getting to Know Osaka." Osaka has a long history as a major city, spanning approximately 400 years from the Edo period to the present. During the Edo period, Osaka flourished as a commercial city of water transport and the "Kitchen of the Nation." During the Meiji period, the city was modernized and industrialized as it entered the modern era, earning it the nickname "Manchester of the East." During the "Great Osaka" period, Osaka became the largest city in Japan in terms of both population and area, and during the prewar Showa period, suburban residential areas and villa areas were developed, establishing a new form of urban residence. Over its long history, Osaka has developed its own unique urban residential culture, which is the foundation of Osaka today. The theme of the Osaka-Kansai Expo is "Bringing together efforts for a future society where life shines and showing hope for the future to the world," and the city's gaze is directed toward the future. This exhibition looks back on the 400-year evolution of the urban residential culture that is the foundation of Osaka's current prosperity. We hope that this will provide an opportunity for you to experience the charms of urban living and lifestyle culture in Osaka, while also thinking about urban living from the present to the future.

Following on from the popularity of the annual Tokyo Comic Con event, there's now an Osaka-based iteration taking place in May. The event celebrates pop culture, comics, movies, TV shows, video games, and more, and even includes appearances from big names in the entertainment industry.

Following on from the popularity of the annual Tokyo Comic Con event, there's now an Osaka-based iteration taking place in May. The event celebrates pop culture, comics, movies, TV shows, video games, and more, and even includes appearances from big names in the entertainment industry.

2025年5月3日（土・祝）、大阪府大阪市のCONPASSで開催される「韻踏合組合 ENTERのチケット(心斎橋･道頓堀･難波周辺)」のイベントは、ヒップホップファン必見の一日となるでしょう。心斎橋、道頓堀、難波周辺の中心地で行われるこのイベントは、韻踏合組合のライブパフォーマンスをはじめ、MCバトルやライブバトルなど、エネルギッシュで迫力満点のステージが繰り広げられます。 イベントは午後3時からスタートし、オールスタンディングのチケット料金は2,500円です。大阪の街中で繰り広げられるこの熱狂的なライブイベントは、音楽フェスとしても注目されており、多くのファンが集まることが予想されます。 韻踏合組合のファンのみならず、ヒップホップやライブパフォーマンスに興味がある方々にとって、このイベントは見逃せない機会です。ぜひ、心斎橋、道頓堀、難波周辺で開催されるこの特別な日に参加して、最高の音楽体験をお楽しみください。

アンジュルムのライブチケット（大阪府・2025年5月3日（土・祝））に関する重要なお知らせです。大阪府大阪市で開催されるこの特別なイベントは、NHK大阪ホールで行われ、14:30からスタートします。一般席とファミリー席のチケットはどちらも¥8,600でご購入いただけます。 このライブは、アンジュルムのファンにとって見逃せない一日となるでしょう。大阪府大阪市の中心部に位置するNHK大阪ホールは、アクセスも良好で、最高の音響設備を誇ります。アンジュルムの魅力を存分に楽しむことができるこの機会に、ぜひ足を運んでみてください。 チケット購入の際には、必ず事前に公式サイト（https://www.helloproject.com/angerme/event/detail/7eda59a96647c295c9cfc0885db37d0756f2a28a/#notes）を確認し、詳細な情報をチェックしてください。特に、曲目や演目に関する注意事項も記載されていますので、ご購入前に必ずお読みいただくことをお勧めします。 アンジュルムのライブは、音楽フェスやコンサートとは一味違う、彼女たちの個性あふれるパフォーマンスが魅力です。大阪府でのこの特別なイベントをお見逃しなく。皆様のご来場を心よりお待ちしております。

2025年5月23日（金）、大阪市の心斎橋・道頓堀・難波周辺で開催される「MARUJA (Manchester,UK) Japan Tour 2025 BeatDAYZ / Soundfact China」のライブイベントに注目してください。会場は大阪府大阪市のCONPASSで、開演時間は19:00です。 このイベントは、マンチェスター出身のバンドMARUJAが日本ツアーの一環として行うもので、音楽ファンにとって見逃せない一夜となるでしょう。チケットはオールスタンディングで、料金は5,000円です。熱気あふれるライブパフォーマンスを間近で体感できる絶好の機会です。 心斎橋・道頓堀・難波周辺は、大阪の中でも特に活気に満ちたエリアで、ライブ前後には観光や食事も楽しめます。音楽フェスやライブイベントが好きな方には、ぜひお勧めしたいイベントです。 チケットの購入はお早めに。詳細な情報や最新のアップデートは公式サイトやSNSでご確認ください。2025年5月23日、大阪でのMARUJAの熱狂的なライブをお楽しみに。

2025年5月26日（月）、大阪府大阪市のZepp Nambaにて、世界的な音楽アーティストであるJACOB COLLIERのライブが開催されます。この特別な夜に、心斎橋・道頓堀・難波周辺での素晴らしい音楽体験をお楽しみいただけます。 JACOB COLLIERは、その卓越した音楽才能と独創的なパフォーマンスで知られ、世界中のファンを魅了しています。彼のライブは、まさに一度は体験してみたい特別なイベントです。 当日の公演は19:00にスタートし、観客を圧倒する音楽の旅へと誘います。チケットは、1階スタンディングが11,000円、2階指定席が13,000円で販売されており、どちらの席でもJACOB COLLIERの魅力を存分に堪能できます。 このライブは、音楽ファンにとって見逃せない一夜となることでしょう。心斎橋・道頓堀・難波周辺でのJACOB COLLIERの公演にぜひご参加ください。チケットは早めにお求めいただくことをお勧めします。

Natural history specimens stored in museum storage are fundamental materials for understanding nature. Osaka Museum of Natural History holds approximately 2 million items, of which approximately 400,000 are plant specimens. These specimens are used by various researchers every day, and after extensive examination, the results are published as papers. For many people, the use of these specimens in research is probably something far removed from their imagination. This time, we will be exhibiting plant specimens held by Osaka Museum of Natural History that have actually been used in research, along with the results of that research, in the hope that many people will become aware of the excitement of research using specimens.

Nihon Hidankyo, the Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations, has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize. It can be said that this is the fruit of the activities carried out by the only country in the world that has suffered from atomic bombings, which has continued to call for the abolition of nuclear weapons and has poured its heart and soul into such efforts. The recognition that peace is the common prayer of all human kind is universal, regardless of whether we live in the East or the West. In light of the recent international situation, the Koji Kinutani Tenku Art Museum will hold a Special Exhibition, “Koji Kinutani Peace,” a proposal for peace through the power of art and the arts. At the root of Kinutani's world, which uses rich images and colors to explore all things in nature as a motif, is the strong belief that “Art is mightier than nuclear weapons.” His ideals and strong passion are to show the power of art as “wisdom” to help people all over the world who are suffering from the ravages of war, and to celebrate the revival of dreams and hopes in the hearts of people. Please fully experience the true essence of Kinutani’s art.

Nihon Hidankyo, the Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations, has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize. It can be said that this is the fruit of the activities carried out by the only country in the world that has suffered from atomic bombings, which has continued to call for the abolition of nuclear weapons and has poured its heart and soul into such efforts. The recognition that peace is the common prayer of all human kind is universal, regardless of whether we live in the East or the West. In light of the recent international situation, the Koji Kinutani Tenku Art Museum will hold a Special Exhibition, “Koji Kinutani Peace,” a proposal for peace through the power of art and the arts. At the root of Kinutani's world, which uses rich images and colors to explore all things in nature as a motif, is the strong belief that “Art is mightier than nuclear weapons.” His ideals and strong passion are to show the power of art as “wisdom” to help people all over the world who are suffering from the ravages of war, and to celebrate the revival of dreams and hopes in the hearts of people. Please fully experience the true essence of Kinutani’s art.

Nihon Hidankyo, the Japan Confederation of A- and H-Bomb Sufferers Organizations, has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize. It can be said that this is the fruit of the activities carried out by the only country in the world that has suffered from atomic bombings, which has continued to call for the abolition of nuclear weapons and has poured its heart and soul into such efforts. The recognition that peace is the common prayer of all human kind is universal, regardless of whether we live in the East or the West. In light of the recent international situation, the Koji Kinutani Tenku Art Museum will hold a Special Exhibition, “Koji Kinutani Peace,” a proposal for peace through the power of art and the arts. At the root of Kinutani's world, which uses rich images and colors to explore all things in nature as a motif, is the strong belief that “Art is mightier than nuclear weapons.” His ideals and strong passion are to show the power of art as “wisdom” to help people all over the world who are suffering from the ravages of war, and to celebrate the revival of dreams and hopes in the hearts of people. Please fully experience the true essence of Kinutani’s art.

The Tenjin Festival in Osaka, the Kanda Festival in Tokyo, and the Gion Festival in Kyoto are also known as the three major festivals in Japan; at the same time, they are also known as the three major festivals in Osaka in summer together with the Aizen Festival and the Sumiyoshi Festival. It is an urban festival attended by 1.3 million people every year, and it is very lively. Centered on the land guarded by the gods in Osaka Tenjin Shrine, the Night Palace Festival is held on July 24th and the Hongu Festival on July 25th every year. Various events will be held from auspicious days in late June, among which the more famous ones are: "Girl's Mikoshi" - a mikoshi carried by women that parade in front of Tenjin-Hashisuji Shopping Street on July 23 , "Luduyu" - a parade on the land guarded by the gods from the land, "Funatoyu" - a water parade after the "Luduyu", "Honoka Fireworks" - an invitation to the gods in Hongu Enjoy the fireworks event. If you come to Osaka in late July, you might as well come to Tenmangu Shrine and join the locals to participate in this time-honored and very interesting festival.

The Tenjin Festival in Osaka, the Kanda Festival in Tokyo, and the Gion Festival in Kyoto are also known as the three major festivals in Japan; at the same time, they are also known as the three major festivals in Osaka in summer together with the Aizen Festival and the Sumiyoshi Festival. It is an urban festival attended by 1.3 million people every year, and it is very lively. Centered on the land guarded by the gods in Osaka Tenjin Shrine, the Night Palace Festival is held on July 24th and the Hongu Festival on July 25th every year. Various events will be held from auspicious days in late June, among which the more famous ones are: "Girl's Mikoshi" - a mikoshi carried by women that parade in front of Tenjin-Hashisuji Shopping Street on July 23 , "Luduyu" - a parade on the land guarded by the gods from the land, "Funatoyu" - a water parade after the "Luduyu", "Honoka Fireworks" - an invitation to the gods in Hongu Enjoy the fireworks event. If you come to Osaka in late July, you might as well come to Tenmangu Shrine and join the locals to participate in this time-honored and very interesting festival.

There are many "borders" in our daily lives. These boundaries range from physical to psychological, social and cultural, and shape our actions, thoughts and values. However, artists attempt to dismantle these existing frameworks and present new perspectives on identity, culture, physical space, time and genre. This exhibition introduces works that question the very nature of what we call "borders." Artists scheduled to be exhibited: Ming Wong, Alin Runjiang, Evelyn Tao-Chen Wang, Mika Tajima, Chikako Yamashiro, Christian Boltanski, Felix Gonzalez-Torres, Danh Vo, Wolfgang Tillmans, and more.

There are many "borders" in our daily lives. These boundaries range from physical to psychological, social and cultural, and shape our actions, thoughts and values. However, artists attempt to dismantle these existing frameworks and present new perspectives on identity, culture, physical space, time and genre. This exhibition introduces works that question the very nature of what we call "borders." Artists scheduled to be exhibited: Ming Wong, Alin Runjiang, Evelyn Tao-Chen Wang, Mika Tajima, Chikako Yamashiro, Christian Boltanski, Felix Gonzalez-Torres, Danh Vo, Wolfgang Tillmans, and more.

Shells fascinate people with their beautiful shells. There are tens of thousands of known species on Earth, making them extremely diverse creatures. The Japanese archipelago is particularly affected by both warm and cold currents, and has many islands, making it one of the areas with the largest number of shellfish species in the world. Perhaps because of this background, many people in Japan have been fascinated by shellfish since ancient times, and have tried to study them academically. This special exhibition brings together everything from herbal books to early illustrated books, actual specimens that have led to historic discoveries, and the latest research techniques, unraveling the history of shellfish research from the Edo period to the present day in Japan and its results. Come and experience what it means for researchers to be "addicted" to shellfish in this special exhibition.

A breathtakingly beautiful landscape A place that has been sung in waka and poetry It eventually became a famous place and a utamakura. It has become a mirror that reflects the heart. The various thoughts that were put into Let's go on a trip around the area. Beautiful scenery that will move your heart. A place that has been sung in waka and poetry It eventually became a famous place and a utamakura. It has become a mirror that reflects the heart. The various thoughts that were put into Let's go on a trip around.

At the beginning of the 20th century, many artists from all over the world gathered in Paris, the city of art. Young artists lived in studio complexes such as the Bateau Lavoir (laundry boat) in Montmartre and La Ruche (the beehive) in Montparnasse, where they deepened their connections and worked hard on their creations. This group of artists was later called the Ecole de Paris. Many of them were painters and sculptors who came to Paris from outside France and gathered mainly around Montparnasse. Representative painters include Chagall and Soutine from Russia, Modigliani from Italy, Pascin from Bulgaria, Kisling from Poland, Tsuguharu Foujita from Japan, and French painters Utrillo and Laurencin. They did not create their works based on a clear artistic theory or doctrine, like a specific school or art movement. However, inspired by new artistic styles and theories such as Fauvism and Cubism, and sometimes drawing inspiration from primitive art in Africa and elsewhere, each artist sought his own unique expression rooted in the traditions and ethnicity of his home country. Although it reached its peak in the 1920s and came to an effective end with the Second World War, the painters of the École de Paris allowed diverse and rich art to flourish in Paris. This exhibition will feature works by Laurencin, Utrillo, Modigliani, Pascin, Foujita Tsuguharu, Kisling, and others from the Sanno Museum of Art's collection.

In the early 20th century, the "City of Art, Paris" attracted many artists from around the world. Young artists gathered in communal studio residences such as "Bateau-Lavoir" in Montmartre and "La Ruche" in Montparnasse, where they deepened their exchanges and devoted themselves to their creations. This group of artists, later known as the "École de Paris," consisted mainly of painters and sculptors who came to Paris from outside France, gathering primarily in Montparnasse. Notable artists included Russians like Chagall and Soutine, Italians like Modigliani, Bulgarians like Pascin, Poles like Kisling, and Japanese artists like Tsuguharu Foujita, as well as French painters like Utrillo and Laurencin. They did not work under a specific art theory or movement, unlike certain schools or art movements. However, they were inspired by new artistic styles and theories such as Fauvism and Cubism, and sometimes drew inspiration from primitive arts, including those from Africa. Each artist explored unique expressions rooted in their own country's traditions and ethnic characteristics. The École de Paris reached its peak in the 1920s and effectively came to an end with the onset of World War II, but during its time, the artists of the École de Paris brought forth a diverse and rich flowering of art in Paris.

A breathtakingly beautiful landscape A place that has been sung in waka and poetry It eventually became a famous place and a utamakura. It has become a mirror that reflects the heart. The various thoughts that were put into Let's go on a trip around the area. Beautiful scenery that will move your heart. A place that has been sung in waka and poetry It eventually became a famous place and a utamakura. It has become a mirror that reflects the heart. The various thoughts that were put into Let's go on a trip around.

At the beginning of the 20th century, many artists from all over the world gathered in Paris, the city of art. Young artists lived in studio complexes such as the Bateau Lavoir (laundry boat) in Montmartre and La Ruche (the beehive) in Montparnasse, where they deepened their connections and worked hard on their creations. This group of artists was later called the Ecole de Paris. Many of them were painters and sculptors who came to Paris from outside France and gathered mainly around Montparnasse. Representative painters include Chagall and Soutine from Russia, Modigliani from Italy, Pascin from Bulgaria, Kisling from Poland, Tsuguharu Foujita from Japan, and French painters Utrillo and Laurencin. They did not create their works based on a clear artistic theory or doctrine, like a specific school or art movement. However, inspired by new artistic styles and theories such as Fauvism and Cubism, and sometimes drawing inspiration from primitive art in Africa and elsewhere, each artist sought his own unique expression rooted in the traditions and ethnicity of his home country. Although it reached its peak in the 1920s and came to an effective end with the Second World War, the painters of the École de Paris allowed diverse and rich art to flourish in Paris. This exhibition will feature works by Laurencin, Utrillo, Modigliani, Pascin, Foujita Tsuguharu, Kisling, and others from the Sanno Museum of Art's collection.

At the beginning of the 20th century, many artists from all over the world gathered in Paris, the city of art. Young artists lived in studio complexes such as the Bateau Lavoir (laundry boat) in Montmartre and La Ruche (the beehive) in Montparnasse, where they deepened their connections and worked hard on their creations. This group of artists was later called the Ecole de Paris. Many of them were painters and sculptors who came to Paris from outside France and gathered mainly around Montparnasse. Representative painters include Chagall and Soutine from Russia, Modigliani from Italy, Pascin from Bulgaria, Kisling from Poland, Tsuguharu Foujita from Japan, and French painters Utrillo and Laurencin. They did not create their works based on a clear artistic theory or doctrine, like a specific school or art movement. However, inspired by new artistic styles and theories such as Fauvism and Cubism, and sometimes drawing inspiration from primitive art in Africa and elsewhere, each artist sought his own unique expression rooted in the traditions and ethnicity of his home country. Although it reached its peak in the 1920s and came to an effective end with the Second World War, the painters of the École de Paris allowed diverse and rich art to flourish in Paris. This exhibition will feature works by Laurencin, Utrillo, Modigliani, Pascin, Foujita Tsuguharu, Kisling, and others from the Sanno Museum of Art's collection.

Nearly half a century has passed since the appearance of home game consoles - "video games," which began with pixel art, have now created many new worlds with beautiful images that rival those of movies. Games have become widespread in our lives and a part of popular culture, and it can be said that they have evolved into a comprehensive art that crosses the fields of technology and expression and demonstrates the creativity and individuality of creators. Capcom, headquartered in Osaka, has developed many titles and fascinated people around the world since its founding in 1983 and has grown into a global game software manufacturer. This exhibition will generously introduce the grand process of game creation, including proposals and original drawings made by the developers' hands, graphic work such as posters and packages, experiential content, and the latest technology, as well as the imagination and realization skills of the creators involved, creating an opportunity to reexamine Japan's proud game culture.

Nearly half a century has passed since the appearance of home game consoles - "video games," which began with pixel art, have now created many new worlds with beautiful images that rival those of movies. Games have become widespread in our lives and a part of popular culture, and it can be said that they have evolved into a comprehensive art that crosses the fields of technology and expression and demonstrates the creativity and individuality of creators. Capcom, headquartered in Osaka, has developed many titles and fascinated people around the world since its founding in 1983 and has grown into a global game software manufacturer. This exhibition will generously introduce the grand process of game creation, including proposals and original drawings made by the developers' hands, graphic work such as posters and packages, experiential content, and the latest technology, as well as the imagination and realization skills of the creators involved, creating an opportunity to reexamine Japan's proud game culture.

Manga artist Matsumoto Eiko to hold first original art exhibition! Matsumoto Eiko's popular manga "Kakeyu-kun" is currently being serialized in the magazine "Tabi no Techo" and has recently been published by Kawade Bunko in the two chapters "Do you like hot spring trips?" and "I'm going leisurely." To celebrate the opening of the bookstore Agasa Fumouritsushi, an original art exhibition will be held. This will be Matsumoto's first original art exhibition in her career. On display will be original drawings with beautiful lines and colors, as well as tools used by Matsumoto. Be sure to take a look at the cat Kakeyu-kun, hot springs, public baths, landscapes, local specialties, and more, all of which are full of travel and poetic emotion.