Cartier has announced the unveiling of the Women’s Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan.
Established in partnership with the Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition and the Japanese Government, including the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry and the Gender Equality Bureau Cabinet Office, the pavilion highlights the role of women in shaping global progress and equality.
The Women’s Pavilion, set to be open from the 13th of April to the 13th of October 2025, will serve as a global platform to encourage collective action towards a more equitable future.
The pavilion embraces Expo 2025’s theme, ‘Living Together, Designing Together, For the Future’, expanding discussions beyond gender equality to include environmental responsibility and societal longevity. Designed by Japanese architect Yuko Nagayama, the pavilion’s Kumiko-inspired façade merges tradition and modernity, integrating sustainable elements such as locally sourced trees that will be replanted after the expo.
Curated by artist Es Devlin, the pavilion will offer an immersive experience through personal storytelling and participatory exhibits. Contributions from filmmaker Naomi Kawase, actress Mélanie Laurent, and artist Mariko Mori will further enhance the exhibition’s themes. Discussions in the WA space will explore six key global challenges, including education, business, and philanthropy.
Cartier first introduced the Women’s Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, and this second iteration aims to build on that legacy. June Miyachi, President and CEO of Cartier Japan, stated that the pavilion seeks to inspire visitors to act towards a brighter future.
Expo 2025 Osaka is expected to attract 28.2 million visitors over its six-month duration.
