BIE head suggests later Osaka Expo close time

The Bureau International des Expositions' Secretary-General, Dimitri Kerkentzes, proposed extending the closing time of the ongoing Osaka World Exposition from 10 p.m. to 11 p.m. to attract more nighttime visitors. This idea was discussed during a meeting with Osaka Mayor Hirofumi Yoshimura and is intended to boost attendance at night. However, changing the hours could impact visitor transportation plans and increase security costs, prompting a review by the Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition. The current operating hours are 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., with most ticket bookings concentrated in the morning.