On Monday, April 13, 2026, the exhibition booth from the Osaka Healthcare Pavilion “Quantum Leaping World of Beauty” exhibited by Takara Belmont at the Osaka-Kansai Expo was relocated to Takara Belmont Co., Ltd. Osaka Headquarters in Chuo-ku, Osaka City, and a preview event was held for the press, which we were specially allowed to visit this time!

Yoshikawa

Hidetaka Yoshikawa, Representative Director, Chairman and President of Takara Belmont Co., Ltd., took the stage and said, “The booth we exhibited at the Osaka-Kansai Expo was designed to help visitors imagine how beauty will change in the space age of 2050. From now on, through this exhibition booth, we will share initiatives to eliminate industrial waste with all our employees.”

Yamade

Next, Associate Professor at Ritsumeikan University and representative of ZERO GRAVITY DESIGN, Miya Yamade, who designed the Osaka Healthcare Pavilion “Quantum Leaping World of Beauty,” took the stage and said, “At the Osaka-Kansai Expo, Takara Belmont always communicated that we carry on memories, and I am moved that these memories will continue to remain through this relocation.”

Junko Koshino

Next, world-renowned designer Junko Koshino, who designed the staff uniforms for the Osaka Healthcare Pavilion “Quantum Leaping World of Beauty,” took the stage.

Koshino said, “I was also in charge of the uniforms for Takara Belmont at the 1970 Osaka Expo, and while a legacy was something whose future was unclear, I am happy that it has been made into a visible form of beauty this time.”

Finally, a photo session for the press was held, making it a splendid preview event!

According to the person in charge, it will be open to the public from Friday, May 1, 2026, to Wednesday, May 6, 2026 (substitute holiday)!

Osaka Healthcare Pavilion “Quantum Leaping World of Beauty” Public Opening

Date: May 1 (Fri) – May 6 (Wed, substitute holiday), 2026
Time: 11:00 – 16:00 (scheduled)

Location: Takara Belmont Co., Ltd. Osaka Headquarters, 1st Floor

During the public opening, booths from overseas pavilions and companies that exhibited at the Osaka-Kansai Expo will also be featured!

Why not take this opportunity to enjoy the post-Expo Expo legacy at Takara Belmont Co., Ltd. Osaka

Osaka Healthcare Pavilion ‘Quantum Leaping World of Beauty’

The Osaka Healthcare Pavilion, also known as “Quantum Leaping World of Beauty,” is a futuristic exhibition space that was a featured attraction at the 2025 World Expo in Osaka, Japan. Designed to explore the intersection of health, beauty, and cutting-edge technology, the pavilion showcases innovations in biotechnology and wellness, emphasizing the transformative potential of quantum physics and AI in personal care. Its name reflects a vision of advancing human health and aesthetics through revolutionary scientific leaps, building on Osaka’s history as a hub for technological innovation.

Osaka-Kansai Expo

The Osaka-Kansai Expo, officially the World Expo 2025, is a major international exposition set to take place on Yumeshima, an artificial island in Osaka Bay, from April to October 2025. Its theme, “Designing Future Society for Our Lives,” focuses on global challenges like sustainability and technology, continuing Japan’s tradition of hosting world fairs, the first being Expo ’70 in Osaka. The event aims to showcase innovations and cultural exchange, building on the region’s historical role as a hub for trade and international connection.

Takara Belmont Co., Ltd. Osaka Headquarters

The Takara Belmont Co., Ltd. Osaka Headquarters serves as the central base for one of Japan’s leading manufacturers of professional beauty and salon equipment. Founded in 1921, the company has a long history of innovation in the beauty industry, and its Osaka headquarters reflects its commitment to design and quality. The site represents the company’s enduring role in shaping salon culture both in Japan and globally.

Chuo-ku, Osaka City

Chuo-ku is the central ward of Osaka City, Japan, serving as the city’s historic and commercial heart. It was officially established in 1989 through the merger of Minami and Higashi wards, but its core areas, such as the Namba and Shinsaibashi districts, have been bustling merchant and entertainment hubs since the Edo period. The ward is home to iconic landmarks like Osaka Castle and Dotonbori, reflecting a rich blend of samurai-era history and modern urban culture.

Ritsumeikan University

Ritsumeikan University is a prestigious private university in Kyoto, Japan, founded in 1900 as a small private school by Prince Saionji Kinmochi. It was later renamed “Ritsumeikan” in 1913, drawing from a Chinese proverb meaning “a place to establish one’s destiny through self-cultivation.” Today, it is a comprehensive institution known for its strong programs in international relations, business, and technology, with campuses in Kyoto, Osaka, and Shiga.

ZERO GRAVITY DESIGN

“Zero Gravity Design” is not a specific cultural site or historical landmark, but rather a conceptual term often used in architecture and product design to describe spaces or objects that evoke a sense of weightlessness or freedom from gravitational constraints. It gained prominence in the late 20th century, particularly in futuristic and space-inspired designs, where curved forms, floating elements, and minimalist aesthetics are used to create an illusion of defying gravity. While not tied to a single location, the concept reflects modern innovation in creating immersive, otherworldly environments.

1970 Osaka Expo

The 1970 Osaka Expo, officially known as Japan World Exposition, was a landmark world’s fair held in Suita, Osaka, from March to September 1970. It was the first world’s fair ever held in Japan and symbolized the country’s remarkable post-war economic recovery and technological advancement, attracting over 64 million visitors. The expo’s iconic centerpiece was the Tower of the Sun, designed by artist Taro Okamoto, and it introduced cutting-edge innovations like the first public demonstration of mobile phones.

Takara Belmont Co., Ltd. Osaka

Takara Belmont Co., Ltd. Osaka is a prominent Japanese manufacturer of professional beauty and salon equipment, founded in 1921. Originally a wig and hairpiece maker, the company evolved into a global leader in salon chairs, styling tools, and interior design for beauty establishments. Its Osaka headquarters reflects the company’s long-standing reputation for combining traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation in the beauty industry.