[Free Live Performance at Osaka-Kansai Expo] Fukashigi Inc. to Host Special One-Night-Only Music Event “Kyouen EXPO 2025”! A dream collaboration between artists from diverse genres
Fukashigi Co., Ltd. Press release: September 10, 2025 To Members of the Press [Free Live Performance at the Osaka-Kansai Expo] Fukashigi Inc. to Host One-Night-Only Special Music Event “Kyouen EXPO 2025”! A dream collaboration of artists from diverse genres A special, one-night-only music experience on the official stage of the 2025 World Exposition, Osaka, Kansai, Japan (Expo 2025 Osaka). Fukashigi Inc. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Yasuko Takagi), which provides subsidy support for culture, arts, and entertainment, will hold a free music event, “Kyouen EXPO2025 – Mixed Culture Music Night at Expo Osaka-Kansai” on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at the East Pop-up Stage at Expo Osaka-Kansai. This event is a one-night-only special live performance that responds to the Expo’s theme of “Designing a Future Society Where Life Shines,” in which six artists from a range of genres and cultures, from acoustic music to idols and neo-mood pop, will weave connections for the future through the common language of “music.”
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/168502/1/168502-1-e52cc0d284672708cf1d70f742c2bd59-960×1280.jpg Performer Timetable ■ Event overview • Event name: Hibikien EXPO2025 – Mixed Culture Music Night in Osaka-Kansai Expo (Event details are available on the official Expo event page: “EXPO2025 Visitors”) • Date and time: October 1, 2025 (Wednesday) 17:00-20:00 • Venue:
Osaka-Kansai Expo Site, Pop-up Stage East (in front of the American Pavilion and the French Pavilion) • Admission: Free (Separate admission ticket to the Osaka-Kansai Expo required) • Sponsored by: Fukashigi Co., Ltd. (HP) • Produced by: All Korrect Yusuke Kita / Production cooperation: PSD Co., Ltd. Works • Design: KURODA/ Photography: Komatsu ■ Performing Artists
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/168502/1/168502-1-9558a8f181cc17ea840416dfda53ed79-2507×1672.jpg Kupipo Kupipo Formed in Osaka in 2014, this mixed-gender idol group is active in both Tokyo and Osaka. Since 2022, the “Hattori Festival” has been held annually at the Hattori Ryokuchi Outdoor Music Hall. Past performers include Kenji Ohtsuki, Ryobu Karma, DOTAMA, Chiaki Mayumura, TOMOVSKY, and COALTER OF THE DEEPERS. Official HP Yui Kohinata Singer-songwriter Yui Kohinata writes and sings songs to help her breathe. She’s received high praise for her emotional songs. With delicate lyrics and pop melodies, she sings with all her heart, singing about “playing for the rest of my life.” She’s been described as having a “smile like a rainbow rising from the swamp of
loneliness,” and before you know it, you can’t take your eyes off her. Official HP
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/168502/1/168502-1-c05ac2d7171af4390f1289af9be09e9b-1567×1045.jpg Rukatama (Gt. Koichiro Nakajima) Rukatama A singer-songwriter based in Tokyo. She is known for her catchy melodies and soft singing voice. She also sings commercial songs, making the most of her vocal quality. She also owns a bar and a general store in Tokyo and Osaka. Official X (Twitter) Koichiro Nakajima (guitar performance) Higashimaru Soy SauceComposer of the “Udon Soup” commercial “Udon Counting Song.” Born in Nara Prefecture. MaNaMaNa Born in Kyoto Prefecture, solo singer MaNaMaNa (Manamana) self-produces her music career, from financing to staging. The song “Faster Than Poetry” won the grand prize at the official image song contest for the manga “Chihayafuru,” held by Eggs and Kodansha to commemorate the completion of the manga. Official X (Twitter)
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https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/168502/1/168502-1-856349a961eb3fcb4d92ca7c9c70f837-1809×1268.jpg Tokyo Bargaining Club Tokyo Bargaining Club Saginomiya Shiro and the Underwater Flowers A bubbly male-female duo led by Ranko, descending into the Reiwa era. They’re working to spread “neo-mood pop” around the world. Their motto is to travel back in time to 1989! These two are regulars, having performed at “Shiriagari Kotobuki Presents Saruhage Rock Festival” many times in the past. They perform stage performances that include plays and duets, and are working to spread “neo-mood pop” to the world. Official HP LILY&YU LILY&YU is a solo project by Yuri Maeda. They deliver songs as diverse as lilies and powerful performances. Her live performances are a must-see, as they’ll naturally put a smile on your face. Official X (Twitter)
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/168502/1/168502-1-2fd3fcbdf82411e0eca51e50670bde0e-1280×853.png LILY&YU ■ The meaning behind the event title The title “Kyouen” (Resonating Encounters) embodies our hope that music will resonate in people’s hearts and create new connections at the Expo. On the stage of the Expo, where people from all over the world gather, we will create a space where people can connect their hearts through the universal language of music and share vitality for the future. ■ Comment from Yasuko Takagi (Administrative Scrivener), Representative Director of Fukashigi Co., Ltd. Our company has supported the live performance projects of many talent agencies and promoters behind the scenes. Throughout this time, we have consistently valued a heartfelt love for music. We are honored to have the opportunity to shine a light on a diverse range of artists, from up-and-coming young talents to veterans with long careers, on the special stage of the Expo. This is a challenge we hope will serve as the first step in connecting our support activities to the music scene of the future. We sincerely hope that “Kyouen” will be an opportunity for all attendees to encounter wonderful music. [Inquiries regarding this event] Fukashigi Co., Ltd. Contact name: Takagi Email address: info@fukashigi.tokyo Website: https://fukashigi.tokyo/
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/168502/1/168502-1-94a39aee7f5015ed143114f19ab4a7cb-384×419.png Fukashigi Co., Ltd. Fukashigi Co., Ltd. is a grant consulting firm targeting professionals in the arts and culture/entertainment industry, such as talent agencies, record companies, and promoters. We specialize in the music industry, and in addition to our consulting services, we also operate a certified administrative scrivener’s office. We leverage our expertise to provide one-stop services, supporting you with tedious paperwork and creating an environment where those at the forefront of the industry can focus on their creative work and performances. *This email was sent automatically, so please do not reply.
