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Osaka Expo Hosts Global Dialogue on Sustainable Travel Between Europe and Japan

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24 September 2025

Osaka Expo Hosts Global Dialogue on Sustainable Travel Between Europe and Japan

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Witness a transformative dialogue at the Osaka Expo where European and Japanese tourism leaders will discuss innovative strategies for promoting sustainable travel. Dive into keynotes and panels aimed at reducing pressure on popular destinations by showcasing hidden gems.

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Albania

Armenia

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Bulgaria

Croatia

Cyprus

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Denmark

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EU-27

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France

Georgia

Germany

Greece

Hungary

Iceland

Ireland

Italy

Kosovo

Latvia

Liechtenstein

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Malta

Moldova

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Portugal

Romania

Serbia

Slovakia

Slovenia

Spain

Sweden

Switzerland

Türkiye

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Academic / Research and VET Institutions

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Company with 250 or more employees

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  • Specific types of tourism

    • Adventure tourism

    • Coastal, maritime and inland water tourism

    • Cultural tourism

    • Ecotourism

    • Education tourism

    • Festival tourism

    • Gastronomy tourism

    • Health and medical tourism

    • MICE tourism

    • Mountain tourism

    • Religious tourism

    • Rural tourism

    • Sports tourism

    • Urban/city tourism

    • Wellness tourism

  • Transition Pathway Strategic Areas

    • Changes in tourism demand and opportunities

    • Governance of tourism destinations

    • Tourism strategies

  • Business activities

    • Activities of amusement parks and theme parks

    • Activities of associations and other organisations supporting tourism

    • Air passenger transport

    • Camping grounds, recreational vehicle parks and trailer parks

    • Events catering and other food services

    • Festivals, cultural and entertainment activities

    • Gardens and nature reserves activities

    • Holiday Housing / Apartments and other short stay accommodation

    • Hotel and similar accommodation

    • Mobile beverage services

    • Mobile food services

    • Museums

    • Operation of historical sites

    • Other

    • Other accommodation

    • Other amusement and recreation activities

    • Other food and beverage services

    • Other holiday reservation services

    • Other tourism transportation activities

    • Rail Passenger transport

    • Recreational and sport activities

    • Restaurants, cafes and bars (Food and Beverage serving activities)

    • Road passenger transport

    • Tour operator activities

    • Travel agency activities

    • Water (sea, coastal and inland) passenger transport

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On September 29, 2025, a momentous event will unfold at the Osaka Expo, where the European Commission, the European Travel Commission, and the Japan Tourism Agency will come together to redefine sustainable travel. Running from 14:30-17:00 local time (07:30-10:00 CEST), this gathering will focus on revitalizing tourism between Europe and Japan through smarter strategies.

Key speakers, including Commissioner Apostolos Tzitzikostas and Takeshi Nakano, Vice-Commissioner for the Japan Tourism Agency, will guide discussions on diversifying travel experiences and fostering responsible tourism. Join this dynamic conversation via a live stream from the EU Pavilion, offering engagement with global experts dedicated to advancing sustainable tourism practices.

For comprehensive event details, please visit the platform link provided.

#Sustainable tourism #Responsible travel #Sustainable destinations #Cross-regional cooperation #Destination management

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