While taking the kids to see the Expo, don't miss these recommended Osaka family activities!

Besides Expo, here are some light travel suggestions suitable for family trips! The 2025 Osaka Expo is a highlight that both adults and children look forward to, but besides the technology and creativity inside the expo venue, consider arranging some local activities to add more interaction and surprises to your family trip. Osaka actually hides many exhibitions and outdoor experiences suitable for families, allowing children to get hands-on, think creatively, and observe the natural world.

This article highlights four recent family activities in Osaka, from art exhibitions to fish-catching experiences, from science DIY to an incredible insect exhibition. These are excellent extensions of your Expo itinerary, making your trip more meaningful and your children more rewarded!

ART OSAKA 2025 | Explore the world of art with your children and feel the charm of creation

ART OSAKA is Japan's representative contemporary art fair. Although not specifically designed for children, the exhibition environment is comfortable and friendly, making it very suitable for family viewing. Children can develop sensitivity to colors and composition through the artworks, and adults can find inspiration and relaxation in art.

Special Exhibition "Insect MANIAC" | Ignite your child's curiosity to the fullest!

This summer exhibition is perfect for families with insect enthusiasts! Insect MANIAC combines specimen displays, magnified observation, knowledge explanations, and spectacular scenery, allowing children to learn about insect morphology, ecology, and astonishing skills up close. The entire area is designed to be fun and interactive, full of exploration and visual impact. For parents who want to combine education and entertainment for their children, this is a must-see natural exhibition.

Catching Fish in the Central Ishikawa River | Let children get hands-on with river ecology!

This family natural experience activity takes everyone into Ishikawa stream, guided by staff for safe river creature observation and fishing. Children can touch fish, learn about aquatic ecology, and develop respect and curiosity for nature through on-site explanations. It is the most authentic outdoor environmental education class.

Let's Make and Play with an Eco Microscope | Build your own observation tool together!

This activity is based on the concept of learning by doing, allowing children to make their own microscopes to observe tiny worlds, using homemade tools to examine petals, insect wings, leaf veins, and other natural materials. The process combines optical principles with hands-on fun, making it a relaxed and rewarding mini natural science class.

Give children a summer full of discovery, not just looking but also playing and learning! The best part of family travel is not just the scenery or check-in spots, but those moments of discovery, amazement, and learning together. These local activities in Osaka are not only perfect to pair with the Expo itinerary but also help children find interests and inspiration during the journey, leaving truly meaningful summer memories!