Kawamori Shoji’s “Creative Exhibition” Related Events Draw Massive Crowds Over Two Days

In the venue where endangered teas release their fragrance, the story of creation begins anew –

■ The Life Sphere Heads to New Lands──A New Chapter Begins in the Story of Creation December 5th

The “INOCHI-DAMA Monument,” which captivated many visitors as a symbol of the Osaka-Kansai Expo.
Amid lingering excitement from its relocation ceremony, a special exhibition event featuring works by director Masaharu Kawamori was held at the EXPO ’70 Pavilion over two days, December 6th and 7th.
The venue buzzed with energy all day long, filled with fervor and anticipation—even the winter air felt warm.

■ Talk show sold out every single time—behind the scenes of the “life” and “creation” discussed

Despite each session lasting only 15 minutes, lines formed immediately after tickets were distributed at 10 AM.
The talk show by Masaharu Kawamori, held on the stage screening “chojiku Theater” and “ANIMA!”, covered various topics including “Life is about Combining and Transforming!” and “The Creativity the Expo Gave Us.”

■ The signing event had a long line throughout.

The signing sessions on both days saw continuous lines forming as soon as registration opened, filling up immediately.
Masaharu Kawamori responded thoughtfully to each customer’s personal account of their experiences and emotions from “LIVE EARTH JOURNEY” carefully signing and writing messages for everyone individually.

■ The concept store bustles with activity—endangered teas add a warm fragrance to the winter venue.

CLASS EARTH’s Endangered Tea® made its debut at the outdoor venue via a food truck.
Visitors were seen picking up cups one after another.
The newly redesigned Life Sphere Pin Badge (made from thinned timber) and related Earth Latte products also proved popular, keeping the booth bustling throughout the two days.

■ From Ceremony to Event: Three Days Connected by the “Life Ball”

Following the relocation ceremony on December 5th, this two-day event further amplified attention toward the Masaharu Kawamori Creative Exhibition and significantly heightened visitor enthusiasm.
These three days offered a multifaceted experience of the themes “Life” and “Creation.”

■ The creative exhibition continues—

The “Masaharu Kawamori Creative Exhibition” runs through March 1, 2026.
Alongside the Life Sphere, we will continue to convey the future possibilities held within the power of creation.

【Schedule】
Saturday, September 6, 2025 – Sunday, March 1, 2026
*Closed on park holidays and during other events.
Please check the Expo ’70 Commemorative Park website for details.
【Hours】10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Last admission at 4:30 PM)
【Venue】EXPO ’70 Pavilion (within Expo ’70 Commemorative Park)
【Admission】¥1,000 (Free for junior high school students and younger)

*Admission fee applies only to this special exhibition. A separate fee is required for the EXPO ’70 Pavilion permanent exhibition.
*A separate combined admission fee for the Natural Culture Garden and Japanese Garden is required (Adults: ¥260, Elementary/Junior High School Students: ¥80).