The “Osaka Kitakou Marina Summer Festival 2025” will be held at Osaka Kitakou Marina in Konohana Ward, Osaka, on four days: August 10 (Sun), 16 (Sat), 17 (Sun), and 31 (Sun), 2025!

This summer festival takes full advantage of its seaside location, making it the perfect outing for families and friends.

As part of the pool events, three different adventure-style children’s pools will be set up in Tsuneyoshi Green Park, offering fun water activities. Additionally, PARK HULL will feature a relaxing pool for adults.

In the evening, a magical fireworks show will take place, combining handheld sparklers for families with small-scale professional fireworks displays.

Other attractions include food stalls offering treats like shaved ice and hands-on experiences such as pedal kayaks (“HOBIE”), ensuring a delightful time for both the stomach and the soul alongside the fireworks!

Why not enjoy summer to the fullest at the “Osaka Kitakou Marina Summer Festival 2025”?

For details such as event times, please check the official information.

Currently, an event is being held in Konohana Ward, Osaka, until October 13, 2025 (Mon)!

From August 4 (Mon) to 10 (Sun), 2025, a shaved ice specialty shop will be set up inside the ORA Dining Pavilion “UTAGE,” and we had the chance to visit!

“Kyō Kōri Tsurara” is a popular shaved ice shop based in Kyoto, known for its traditional ingredients and innovative creations.

We ordered the “Sky Ring Pulse Espuma,” a limited-time Expo menu item!
After placing the order, the shaved ice is prepared.
Here is the “Sky Ring Pulse Espuma”!
The “Sky Ring Pulse Espuma” is topped with mint milk syrup, chocolate sauce, white bean paste sauce, beet milk espuma, spirulina rare cheese cream, pearl cracker, and chocolate flakes.
Kyō Kōri Tsurara at Osaka-Kansai Expo
This artistic shaved ice recreates a blue sky and the Expo’s grand roof ring with mint and chocolate syrup, topped with the face of the

Osaka Kitakou Marina

Osaka Kitakou Marina is a modern marina located in Osaka Bay, Japan, offering berthing facilities for boats and yachts alongside scenic waterfront views. Developed as part of Osaka’s urban revitalization, it serves as a recreational hub for maritime activities and events. While not historically significant, it reflects Osaka’s ongoing efforts to enhance its coastal areas for tourism and leisure.

Tsuneyoshi Green Park

Tsuneyoshi Green Park is a public park located in Yokohama, Japan, known for its lush greenery, walking paths, and family-friendly recreational spaces. While specific historical details are limited, the park serves as a peaceful retreat in an urban setting, offering seasonal beauty with cherry blossoms in spring and vibrant foliage in autumn. It reflects Japan’s emphasis on integrating natural spaces within cities for community enjoyment and relaxation.

PARK HULL

PARK HULL, also known as Hull Urban Park, is a public green space in Hull, England, designed to promote outdoor recreation and community events. Opened in 2015 as part of Hull’s city center regeneration, it features gardens, play areas, and performance spaces. The park reflects Hull’s commitment to urban renewal and cultural engagement, particularly in preparation for its role as the UK City of Culture in 2017.

ORA Dining Pavilion UTAGE

The ORA Dining Pavilion UTAGE is a contemporary Japanese dining venue located in Tokyo, designed by renowned architect Kengo Kuma. It blends traditional Japanese aesthetics with modern design, featuring natural materials like wood and paper to create a serene, immersive dining experience. The pavilion reflects Kuma’s philosophy of harmony between architecture and nature, offering a space where guests can enjoy refined cuisine in a culturally rich setting.

Kyō Kōri Tsurara

“Kyō Kōri Tsurara” (京氷柱) refers to Kyoto’s traditional ice pillars, a seasonal winter phenomenon where dripping water freezes into icicles, often seen in historic areas like temples or gardens. This natural occurrence is sometimes celebrated in Kyoto’s cultural heritage, symbolizing the beauty of winter in the ancient capital. While not a specific site, it reflects Kyoto’s deep connection to seasonal changes and traditional aesthetics.

Osaka-Kansai Expo

The **Osaka-Kansai Expo**, officially known as Expo 2025, is a upcoming World Expo to be held in Osaka, Japan, from April 13 to October 13, 2025. The theme, *”Designing Future Society for Our Lives,”* focuses on sustainability and innovation, echoing Japan’s legacy of technological advancement since its first World Expo in 1970 (Expo ’70 in Osaka). The event aims to showcase global solutions for societal challenges while celebrating cultural exchange.