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“Hydrogen is Opportunity!!”

Hydrogen is the next-generation energy source that holds the key to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050.
Through this program, we present Hydrogen Energy Park!!—a space where you can experience its importance and boundless potential firsthand.

Here, you can learn about hydrogen, feel hydrogen, relax with hydrogen, and play with hydrogen—an interactive space where everyone can explore the future of hydrogen while having fun.

Discover hydrogen’s potential across industries, mobility, and daily life, and experience how hydrogen can bring limitless opportunities to both Japan and the planet.

At the venue, enjoy a theater zone showcasing a future society powered by hydrogen, exhibits on cutting-edge applications in homes, mobility, aerospace, and other industries, as well as interactive quiz content created by QuizKnock.
In addition, special talk events featuring celebrity guests will be held daily. Through engaging exhibits and hands-on experiences, visitors of all ages can discover the excitement and possibilities of hydrogen.

Join us for four days to experience how hydrogen is shaping the future of our environment, society, and economy—a true opportunity for all.

We look forward to welcoming you at EXPO Messe (WASSE)!

【Scheduled Talk Event】

September 22 (Mon) – 1:00 PM / 4:00 PM: Takuji Izawa
September 23 (Tue, National Holiday) – 1:00 PM / 4:00 PM: Ryogo Matsumaru
September 24 (Wed) – 1:00 PM / 4:00 PM: Rikka Ihara
September 25 (Thu) – 1:00 PM / 4:00 PM: Abareru-kun

※Please note that the appearance times may be subject to change depending on the day’s program schedule.

Cast

Speakers

Takushi Izawa

Born in 1994. Graduated from the Faculty of Economics at the University of Tokyo. Achieved the first-ever back-to-back individual championship in High School Quiz. Founded the intellectual entertainment group QuizKnock in 2016. Has made numerous television appearances, including on shows such as Todai-Ou and Boken-Shonen.

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Ryogo Matsumaru(riddle creator)

A mastermind behind “puzzle-solving” entertainment, active across multiple fields. In 2019, founded the puzzle production company RIDDLER Inc. and became its CEO. Puzzle books he has supervised have sold over 2 million copies to date. In 2023, he won the World Escape Game Championship, further cementing his achievements, and at the end of last year, he opened RIDDLER Puzzle Studio Ikebukuro.

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Rikka Ihara

Former captain of a high school dance team that gained nationwide attention for the “Bubble Dance.”
In addition to appearing in films and stage productions, she has also acted in TV dramas, including NHK’s long-running morning drama series (Asadora).
She stars in YTV’s “Renai-Kinshi” (July 2025 season) and serves as a radio host on MBS Radio’s “Young Town.”
She is also a Special Supporter for the EXPO 2025 Osaka.

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Abareru-kun

Enrolled as a 9th-term student at the Watanabe Comedy School and made his debut in 2009.
In 2015, he reached the finals of “R-1 Grand Prix 2015,” a major Japanese comedy competition.
With extensive knowledge of survival skills and the outdoors, he showcases these abilities on his YouTube channel and TV programs.
He also regularly hosts outdoor events through his own community, “Abareru-kun’s Adventure Club.”

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Co-organiser

Japan Hydrogen Association (JH2A)

New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO)

The Future of Earth and Biodiversity Week

Hydrogen Energy Park

In order to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050, the role of hydrogen is expected become even bigger.
This program aims to disseminate the safeness, practicality, and future possibilities of hydrogen through exhibits and experiential events that demonstrate what hydrogen is, what are its advantages, and how it can be utilized.

  • 2025.09.22[Mon]

    10:0021:00

    (Venue Open 10:00)

  • EXPO Exhibition Centre
  • * Programme times and content are subject to change. Any changes will be announced on this website and via the ticket booking system.
  • * The schedule is subject to change depending on the organiser's circumstances.

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