Full speed ahead towards World Expo 2025 in Japan
Background: VINCI Airports has been supporting the rise of Kansai’s airports since 2020, with the aim of continuing to develop tourism in Japan particularly ahead of World Expo 2025.
With support from the Japanese government, work to renovate Kansai International Airport began with an initial stage to modernise the terminal’s domestic zone, which was inaugurated in 2022. The second stage was completed in 2023 and transformed the international terminal. Extended and renovated, the terminal now meets the highest standards for the passenger experience. The new area for international departures offers an improved journey through the airport, as well as a unique shopping experience with VINCI Airports’ “design by mood” concept. This retail area is home to luxury brands, such as the first Café Dior in collaboration with celebrated French chef Anne-Sophie Pic, as well as food and beverage services offering local brands and Japanese specialties.
World Expo 2025 will take place in Osaka, and around 28 million visitors are expected during the six months of this global event. Investment has taken the capacity of the international terminal at Kansai International airport from 23 million to 40 million passengers.