Visit to The Mitsubishi Pavilion at Expo 2025

Concluding our May 20 visits of innovative pavilions at Expo 2025 Osaka, the S&T Diplomatic Circle Kansai visited the Mitsubishi Pavilion in the afternoon. Titled "Keeping the World Vibrant," this architectural marvel offered diplomatic representatives an immersive journey exploring the interconnectedness of life, nature, and society through groundbreaking design and sustainable innovation.

What makes the Mitsubishi Pavilion extraordinary is its distinctive "mother ship" architecture that appears to hover just above the ground. The three-tiered structure consists of layered geometric forms—an ellipse representing life, a rhombus symbolizing nature, and a rectangle embodying society—creating a unified expression of coexistence. This all-directional design engages visitors from multiple vantage points while demonstrating how architectural innovation can embody complex philosophical concepts.

As nations worldwide seek sustainable approaches to temporary architecture and environmental stewardship, the Mitsubishi Pavilion provides a compelling model for resource-conscious design. The structure will be entirely dismantled post-Expo with materials repurposed for future use, while the site will be fully restored to its original state. This circular approach to construction demonstrates how major corporations can pioneer environmentally responsible architectural practices.

We extend our special thanks to Laura Barbieri, PhD (Sweden) and Dr. Felix Moesner (Switzerland) for their excellent coordination of this enlightening visit that showcased how architectural innovation can embody sustainability principles while delivering powerful experiential narratives.