Saudi Debuts First-Ever Collaboration with Doraemon at Expo 2025 Osaka
The “Wonders of Arabia” Experience will captivate audiences with Exclusive Doraemon Tote Bags Giveaway, from July 10-16.
In celebration of the 70th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Saudi, ‘Saudi, Welcome to Arabia’ proudly debuts its first ever collaboration with iconic Japanese character Doraemon for the launch of “Wonders of Arabia” — a cultural experience event designed to engage and inspire audiences across the Asia Pacific region. Held at the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, the experience is located just a 10 minutes’ walk from the Saudi Pavilion at the EXPO Exhibition Centre. “Wonders of Arabia” is free to enter and open to all visitors from Thursday, July 10 to Wednesday, July 16, between 10:00-20:00 daily.
Having welcomed more than 1 million visitors to the hugely popular Saudi Arabia Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka as of end June 2025, the Kingdom’s Pavilion is now inviting Expo guests to experience its heritage and cultural exchange through this limited one-week event. “Wonders of Arabia” invites visitors to immerse themselves in the rich cultural heritage and modern wonders of Saudi Arabia. The event will offer diverse experiences of Saudi hospitality, art, tradition, and language as visitors journey to the Heart of the Arabia at Expo 2025 Osaka. In addition, Saudi Tourism Authority has partnered with Doraemon to offer an exclusive, limited-edition giveaway tote. The first 250 visitors who answer all quiz questions correctly each day will win a tote bag.
Key Highlights of Wonders of Arabia:
- Arabian Experience:
- Saudi X Japan” art piece (origami camel)
- Saudi tent zone: Traditional Saudi coffee, dates, traditional sweets and music
- Explore Arabia:
- Explore destinations through local thematic multimedia experiences, including interactive screens, photo booths and more, with dedicated zones for Diriyah, Riyadh, Aseer, Jeddah, The Red Sea, and Al Ula
- Cultural Activation:
- Live Saudi Arabic and Japanese calligraphy demonstrations, where guests may have their names written on branded paper
- Traditional Saudi hand craft and pottery experience
- Sports Hub:
- Simulated photo opportunity in Cristiano Ronaldo changing room
- Recommended Saudi itinerary by Cristiano Ronaldo
- F1 virtual reality experience for visitors
- Learn about FIFA World Cup 2034 in Saudi Arabia, via interactive screen
- Esports World Cup in Saudi informative screen
- Departure Zone:
- Guests have a photo opportunity wearing traditional Saudi clothes
- Guests will learn more about E-visa through informative screens to aware them about the E-visa process and website
- Gifts to visitors (while limited supply lasts)
Visit www.VisitSaudi.com to learn more about Saudi.
About Wonders of Arabia
Date: Thursday, 10 July to Wednesday, 16 July 2025.
Time: Open daily 1000-2030 (Last entry 2000).
Location: Expo Exhibition Centre at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai.
Admission: Free for World Expo ticketholders