Osaka Governor Inspects Flying Car Demonstration Flight at Expo 2025 Osaka-Kansai
The Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan is currently being held in Konohana Ward, Osaka City until Monday, October 13, 2025!
At the ‘EXPO Vertiport’, demonstration flights are being conducted every Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday until Sunday, August 24, 2025.
On August 18, 2025, the Governor of Osaka Prefecture inspected a demonstration flight of the flying car “SKYDRIVE (SkyDrive Model SD-05)”!
The Governor of Osaka Prefecture actually got inside the vehicle, received an explanation of the aircraft and its performance, and was surprised by the simple control system.
The Governor of Osaka Prefecture commented, “The Expo gives rise to new technologies and new industries. I believe the flight of this flying car at this Expo is a major step towards an air mobility revolution,” expressing hope for this new mode of air transportation.
At ‘EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan’, technologies from various fields are on display in addition to the national pavilions.
Why not take this opportunity to visit ‘EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan’ to see the demonstration flight of the flying car “SKYDRIVE (SkyDrive Model SD-05)”?
The “OSAKA FUNtast!c SPORTS PROJECT”, a three-day event featuring sports-centered events and matches at commercial facilities and other locations throughout the prefecture, will be held from Friday, October 17 to Sunday, October 19, 2025!
Ahead of the event’s launch, a kickoff event for the “OSAKA FUNtast!c SPORTS PROJECT” was held at the “Toki no Hiroba” (Plaza of Time) at JR Osaka Station on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, and we were specially invited to attend!
The MC takes the stage, and the kickoff event begins.Next, the Governor of Osaka Prefecture takes the stage.“This sports event starts right after the Osaka-K
Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan
Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan is a forthcoming World Expo to be held on Yumeshima, an artificial island in Osaka Bay. Themed “Designing Future Society for Our Lives,” it aims to be a global platform for sharing solutions for sustainable development. This event continues Osaka’s legacy of hosting major expositions, having previously held Expo ’70.
Konohana Ward
Konohana Ward is an industrial and residential district in Osaka, Japan, located at the mouth of the Yodo River. Historically, it was a major port area and the site of the 1970 Japan World Exposition (Expo ’70), which spurred its modern development. Today, it is known for its iconic Tempozan Ferris Wheel and the Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan.
EXPO Vertiport
The EXPO Vertiport is a modern transportation hub designed for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, constructed for the Expo 2020 in Dubai. It represents a significant development in urban air mobility and was built to demonstrate future-forward transport solutions during the world fair.
Mobility Experience
The Mobility Experience is a modern exhibition center in Stuttgart, Germany, that opened in 2019. It serves as a public showcase for the history and future of transportation, particularly highlighting the legacy of the Mercedes-Benz brand. The site features a collection of historic vehicles and interactive displays on topics like autonomous driving and urban mobility.
SKYDRIVE
I am not familiar with a significant cultural or historical site named “Skydrive.” It is possible you are referring to the former name of Microsoft’s cloud storage service, which was rebranded to OneDrive in 2014. Without more context, I cannot provide a summary of a specific place.
OSAKA FUNtast!c SPORTS PROJECT
The OSAKA FUNtast!c SPORTS PROJECT is a modern initiative launched to promote sports and an active lifestyle in Osaka, Japan. It was created to build excitement and engagement around sporting events, leveraging the city’s enthusiasm for both traditional and contemporary athletics.
Toki no Hiroba
Toki no Hiroba (Clock Plaza) is a public square in the heart of the hot spring resort town of Beppu, Japan, famous for its iconic flower clock. It was constructed in the early Showa period (mid-20th century) and has since become a central meeting point and symbol of the city. The plaza’s main feature is a large, decorative clock surrounded by seasonal flowers that are changed throughout the year.
JR Osaka Station
JR Osaka Station is the central railway hub of Osaka, Japan, which first opened in 1874. It has since been redeveloped into a major commercial and transportation complex, famously known for its massive North and South Gates and the modern “Osaka Station City” that opened in 2011.
