Warsaw Day Showcases Rich Polish Heritage at Expo 2025 Osaka

Warsaw Day Celebrated at Expo 2025 Osaka

On September 18, 2025, the Polish capital, Warsaw, took center stage at Expo 2025 Osaka, hosting 'Warsaw Day' at the Poland Pavilion. This dedicated event showcased the city's rich history, scientific contributions, and vibrant culture to an international audience. Organized by the City of Warsaw and the Polish Tourism Organization, the day was part of Poland's broader participation in the global exhibition, which runs from April 13 to October 13, 2025, under the theme 'Designing Future Society for Our Lives'.

A Cultural and Culinary Journey

Warsaw Day offered visitors an immersive experience into Polish heritage, emphasizing figures like Maria Skłodowska-Curie and Fryderyk Chopin. The program included a variety of activities designed to engage all senses:

• Culinary Demonstrations: Chef Maciej Nowicki, a renowned reconstructor of historical Polish dishes, presented a special Warsaw menu, which was highly popular among attendees.
• Workshops: A workshop on braiding challah, a traditional sweet bread, provided a hands-on cultural experience.
• Musical Performances: The day concluded with an evening dedicated to Chopin's music, accompanied by tastings of dishes inspired by 19th-century Warsaw.
• Historical Insights: The event highlighted Warsaw's post-war reconstruction and the blend of modernity with its historical past, drawing particular interest to sites like the Fryderyk Chopin Museum and the Old Town.

These presentations aimed to connect visitors with Warsaw's identity as a dynamic metropolis of science and culture, fostering new cultural and scientific ties between Poland and Japan. The event also marked the 30th anniversary of the partnership between Warsaw and the Japanese city of Hamamatsu.

Premiere of a Significant Publication

A key highlight of Warsaw Day was the premiere of the Japanese edition of the book 'Maria Skłodowska-Curie. Albert Einstein | Letters /1911-1932'. This publication documents the enduring friendship and intellectual exchange between the two iconic scientists. Paweł Moras, Director of the Warsaw Tourism Office, expressed satisfaction that Japanese readers would now have the opportunity to learn more about the life and achievements of the Warsaw-born scientist. He noted that readers were 'impressed by the publication's quality and accuracy'. A press breakfast was held to introduce the book, with participants receiving a copy and souvenirs from Warsaw.

Polish Pavilion Welcomes Millionth Visitor

Adding to the day's celebrations, the Polish Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka welcomed its millionth visitor on Warsaw Day. This significant milestone underscores the pavilion's popularity since its opening on April 13, 2025. The millionth visitor, a young Japanese boy, was greeted with Polish souvenirs and participated in the challah braiding workshop. Officials, including Jacek Tomczak, Commissioner General of the Polish Section, and Marta Zielińska, Deputy Commissioner General, emphasized that this achievement reflects Poland's strong presence and ability to attract global interest with its unique blend of tradition, innovation, and dialogue. The pavilion's distinctive spiral wooden structure, symbolizing growth and creativity, has been a major draw, captivating crowds with its engaging exhibition and diverse program of cultural, scientific, and regional events.