Osaka World Expo - Tonga Tourism 2025

13/10/2026

PLOT TWIST: Moana of Motonui's Small boat is actually in Tonga 😂

Disney fans, what if we told you that the spirit of Moana’s ocean adventure lives right here in the Kingdom of Tonga?

Forget the movie screen… come and discover Kalia Hamatefua, a real Tongan voyaging vessel inspired by the great seafaring heritage of our Pacific ancestors!

Moana fans, your next adventure might just be in the Friendly Islands. 👀😂

The ocean is calling… and Tonga is waiting!

Disney fans, what if we told you that the spirit of Moana’s ocean a...

14/10/2025

Congratulations Team Tonga! Expo2025 大阪・関西万博

12/10/2025

We are proud to announce that Tonga has been awarded Bronze for Pavilion Booths at the Osaka Expo 2025! 🇯🇵🇹🇴

Among all the Pacific Islands, Tonga was the only one to receive an award a moment of pride for our nation and our region. 🌊

This achievement reflects the beauty of our culture, the strength of our people, and the spirit of the Kingdom of Tonga. Malo ‘aupito to everyone who made this possible! 🙌

04/08/2025

So nice to see familiar faces at the Tonga Pavilion today! 🇹🇴
We welcomed students and staff from Saga City 🇯🇵, along with students from Tonga’s Disaster Risk Management Program. Come visit us and experience Tongan culture, tradition, and warm hospitality right here in Osaka! 🌺🥥🌊

22/07/2025

We’re halfway through Expo 2025 in Osaka! 😍🇯🇵🇹🇴

It’s been an incredible journey so far at the Pacific Pavilion, where Tonga continues to share its rich culture, warm hospitality, and the beauty of our islands with the world.

If you haven’t visited us yet, there’s still time! Come and experience the Heart of the Pacific, and discover why Tonga is unlike anywhere else.

Find us at the Pacific Pavilion we can’t wait to welcome you!

16/07/2025

Another vibrant day at the Tonga Tourism booth at Expo2025 大阪・関西万博! We're proud to introduce the friendly faces representing our Kingdom Losalina Fe’ao from Tonga Tourism and Talanoa Fifita from the Ministry of Tourism. They’ve been busy sharing the beauty, culture, and warmth of Tonga with visitors from all around the world. Malo lahi to everyone who stopped by!

21/06/2025

Mālō e lelei and Welcome to the Kingdom of Tonga! 🇹🇴✨
It’s been a vibrant and bustling weekend at the Osaka Expo 2025, our pavilion was full of energy, culture, and curiosity. Thanks to everyone who stopped by to experience the warmth and spirit of Tonga! 🌺🌊🇯🇵

17/06/2025

🌺 Mālō e lelei and Kon'nichiwa from the Tonga Pavilion at Osaka Expo! 🇹🇴🇯🇵

Every day, we’re excited to see more and more walk-in visitors, many greeting us with a cheerful "Mālō e lelei!" 😊 Students especially bring great energy, and nearly everyone walks in shouting "Tongaaaaa Ragubī!" 🏉 celebrating Tonga’s rugby pride in Japan!

Today, we had the honor of welcoming Minister of Expo, Ito Yosh*taka, visited our pavilion and enjoyed viewing our 3D art and traditional crafts. He found the 3D tapa artworks very interesting and was presented with a special piece by Milika Pomana, in a gesture symbolizing cultural exchange and appreciation 🎁.

Mālō ‘aupito and welcome to the Tonga Pavilion! 🌊🌴

07/06/2025

Mālō e lelei, Konnichiwa! 👋🇹🇴🇯🇵
Every day brings more beautiful moments to the
Tonga Pavilion! 🇹🇴✨
We’re seeing more local visitors walk in with a cheerful “Mālō e lelei!”, and it warms our hearts to hear both young and old share their dreams of visiting Tonga one day. 🌴💭
School tours from Japan’s primary and junior high schools also continue, filling the Pavilion with energy, curiosity, and connection

Come visit us at Commons A – Empowering Lives Zone and experience the warmth of Tonga! 🌺