2025.10.08

Osaka University of Tourism Participates in Kumatori Town’s Joint Exhibition at the Osaka–Kansai Expo

On September 14 and 15, 2025, Kumatori Town participated in the “Festival of 43 Cities and Towns of Osaka – Yarinahare Zone” held at the Osaka–Kansai Expo Messe. The town’s booth was presented under the theme “Kumatori – the Town with Universities: Showcasing the Unique Initiatives of Each University.”

This project was a joint effort by four universities located in Kumatori—Osaka University of Tourism, Kansai University of Health Sciences, Osaka University of Health and Sport Sciences, and the Institute for Integrated Radiation and Nuclear Science, Kyoto University—which signed a partnership agreement with the town last year. Each university introduced distinctive initiatives that highlight its unique strengths, aiming to promote Kumatori as a town home to four universities.

Osaka University of Tourism exhibited on September 14 under the theme “Learning through Enjoyment of Tourism”, offering visitors an immersive attraction utilizing cutting-edge VR technology. Many visitors stopped by the booth and experienced the excitement of learning about tourism in a fun and interactive way.

On the same day, Kansai University of Health Sciences offered samples of medicinal tea, while Osaka University of Health and Sport Sciences displayed posters introducing its collaborative projects with Kumatori Town and distributed brochures with the help of its mascot “Bosha-kun.” The following day, September 15, the Institute for Integrated Radiation and Nuclear Science, Kyoto University, showcased its unique research and initiatives.

This joint participation in the Expo strengthened the collaboration between the four universities and Kumatori Town. We will continue to enhance our partnership among universities to contribute to the development of the local community.

Translated and edited by: Zili Xue