April 10, 2023
Mitsubishi General Committee for Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan

Design plan for Mitsubishi Pavilion (external view)to appear at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, JapanThe Mitsubishi General Committee for Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan (chaired by Chibumi Kimura,
Executive Vice President, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.; members from 31 companies in theMitsubishi Group) hereby unveils the design plan for the Mitsubishi Pavilion to appear at Expo 2025
Osaka, Kansai, Japan.
The architectural design concept for the Mitsubishi Pavilion has been developed so as to express thevision of “vibrant interaction between life, nature, and humanity,” based on the pavilion’s core concept of“keeping the world vibrant.” The architectural design is undertaken by the Mitsubishi Pavilion ProjectTeam formed within Mitsubishi Jisho Design, Inc. The Mitsubishi Group will make concerted efforts tocarry out the pavilion project effectively according to the design concept, thereby contributing to thesuccessful implementation of Expo 2025 in line with its main theme of Designing Future Society for OurLives.

Image of the pavilion’s appearance
Through the pavilion project, we will present our group’s initiatives and solutions to tackle current global
challenges while showcasing to the world what we have offered to contribute to society over the years
since we started business in 1870 as part of our commitment to making ongoing contributions to asustainable Earth and the development of society. We are currently discussing the details of exhibitions
and activity programs.
▶ Inquiries
Mitsubishi General Committee for Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan
Executive Office
Email: miraikan@mitsubishiexpo2025.com

▶ Architectural Design Concept
Vibrant interaction between life, nature, and humanityThe architectural design concept for the planned Mitsubishi Pavilion has
been developed so as to express the vision of “vibrant interaction between
life, nature, and humanity,” based on the pavilion’s core concept of“keeping the world vibrant.”
2D illustration outlining pavilion concept

A geometric diagram composed of a rectangle, rhombus, and ellipse, which are respectively assigned torepresent society, nature, and life, provides a base for the ground plan of the building. In the related
elevation design, these geometric elements are developed so as to be linked and stratified in such a way
as to suggest the mutually supportive interaction between the three existential elements—nature
supporting a diverse variety of living creatures (life) and humanity (human society) co-existing withnature. This multi-layered multi-element configuration is simple and strong, and offers different
dimensions to viewers approaching it from different angles.
The highlight of the engineering design concept is recycling, which embodies our commitment to“keeping the world vibrant.” Our plan is for resources related to the construction work, including
excavated soil, to be reused for different purposes within the site, and for the entire chain of construction
processes from groundbreaking to demolition to be sustainable and ethical.
▶ Comments of architects
The pavilion will look like an airship sitting on the ground. To “board the ship,” or enter the building,visitors will be directed to walk through the underground tunnel, a refreshingly cool spot in contrast toground walkways exposed to full sun. Visitors will then make a three-dimensional journey across the twostory structure, participating in various programs created to give real time and place experiences that will
inspire them to envision “life in the future.” We hope that a visit to the Mitsubishi Pavilion will make for amemorable day in the life of many people, especially children.
Mitsubishi Pavilion Project Team, Mitsubishi Jisho Design, Inc.
(From left) Shoichiro Matsui, Daisuke Nemoto, Takushu Arai, Kyosuke Nakamura(Profile of lead architect)
Shoichiro Matsui, Director of Architectural Department
IV, Mitsubishi Jisho Design, Inc.
Joined Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd. in 1991. Moved toMitsubishi Jisho Design, Inc. in 2001. Engaged inarchitectural design projects for an array of prominent

buildings, including Mitsubishi Pavilion at Expo 2005 Aichi Japan, NTV Tower, Yomiuri Hokkaido Building,
Toyo Bunko (The Oriental Library), and Shinjuku Eastside Square.
▶ Profile of building
Total floor area: approx. 2,100 m2
Number of stories: 3 (2 aboveground; 1 underground)
Maximum height: approx. 17 m (constraint: 20 m or lower in height; 12 m or lower for more than half ofthe building area)
Structure: steel (partially wooden) construction
Architectural design: Mitsubishi Pavilion Project Team, Mitsubishi Jisho Design, Inc.

▶ Reference●Basic concept of Mitsubishi Pavilion
Keeping the world vibrant
The Mitsubishi Pavilion will run a range of programs on the theme of life—“the dawning of life, the futureof life”, “the treasure of life”, and “the miracle of life crossing and co-existing”—inviting visitors to share
the awe and wonder of life and seeking to provide each of them with a special time and place experiencethat will inspire them to envision life in the future.
Expo 2025 will be the first world exposition that today’s young generation has the chance to experience.
Going forward, these young people are expected to play a leading role in tackling various global
challenges, including the goal of achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Our hope is that such future
leaders will explore the pavilion and find something inspirational and motivational.
The pavilion can also be a good choice for a family trip, particularly for three-generation families. We
invite families to enjoy quality time together as they tour the pavilion, sharing their thoughts and feelings
on subjects such as the Earth in the future, the wonder of life, and hopes for future generations while atthe same time creating some good family memories.
We will continue working to successfully deliver our pavilion project as planned.

●Location of Mitsubishi Pavilion

▶ Reference
Member list of Mitsubishi General Committee for Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan (31 companies as ofApril 2023)
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd.
MUFG Bank, Ltd.
Mitsubishi Corporation
Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd.
Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co., Ltd.
Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance Company
Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking Corporation
Kirin Holdings Company, LimitedENEOS Holdings, Inc.
Mitsubishi Materials Corporation
AGC Inc.
Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
Mitsubishi UFJ Securities Holdings Co., Ltd.
Mitsubishi Fuso Truck & Bus Corporation
Mitsubishi Chemical Group Corporation
MITSUBISHI GAS CHEMICAL COMPANY, INC.
Mitsubishi Logistics Corporation
Mitsubishi Steel Mfg. Co., Ltd.
Mitsubishi Paper Mills Limited
Mitsubishi Kakoki Kaisha, Ltd.
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha
NIKON CORPORATION
P.S. Mitsubishi Construction Co., Ltd.
Mitsubishi Research Institute, Inc.
Lawson, Inc.
Mitsubishi Precision Co., Ltd.
Dai Nippon Toryo Co., Ltd.
Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma Corporation
Mitsubishi Cable Industries, Ltd.
Nishinihon Mitsubishi Motor Sales Co., Ltd.