Where is beloved mascot Myaku-Myaku now after Osaka Expo?
The Mainichi Shimbun answers some common questions readers may have about Myaku-Myaku, the beloved official mascot of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, includi
After the Osaka Expo concluded last fall, the beloved mascot Myaku-Myaku's giant monuments remain on display across Osaka Prefecture. These monuments, which were installed at the Expo site, continue to attract crowds and provide visitors with a taste of the Expo experience.
The first monument, "Irasshai," meaning "welcome," depicts Myaku-Myaku bowing at the East Gate and stands 3.8 meters tall and 3.4 meters wide. This statue has been on display since July in Osaka's Chuo Ward's Dotonbori entertainment district. Visitors can purchase exclusive Myaku-Myaku merchandise and take photos with the lovable character.
Another monument, "Wakuwaku," which means "excited," was installed at the West Gate of the Expo site. Standing 3.8 meters tall and 2.7 meters wide, this statue features Myaku-Myaku with its arms spread wide. "Wakuwaku" can currently be seen at Sennan Long Park in Sennan City, Osaka Prefecture through the end of August. It will later move to Chihaya Park in Chihayaakasaka Village.
The third monument, reclining Myaku-Myaku, is currently located at the Asia and Pacific Trade Center in Osaka's Suminoe Ward. This statue, measuring around 2.5 meters tall and 4 meters wide, has been on display in a reclining pose since August. Even those who missed the Expo can take a trip around Osaka Prefecture to view the monuments and experience a piece of the event.
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