Since the sky is blue, let's go see the flowers: The best scenery of this spring found at Expo '70 Commemorative Park

Good morning.
It is Monday, April 27, 2026.

In this season of beautiful fresh greenery, Expo '70 Commemorative Park is bustling like a treasure chest of spring.
Today, I will share plenty of the park's highlights with you, so please stay with me until the end.

Myaku-Myaku monument on display for a limited time!

Expo '70 Commemorative Park is currently displaying monuments of the Osaka-Kansai Expo's symbol character, "Myaku-Myaku," at two locations within the park for a limited time (scheduled to be installed until Sunday, May 31).
This is a delightful surprise, as the two figures that appeared at the reunion ceremony held in February have remained in the park.

Standing in the Sun Plaza is the "Welcome" pose Myaku-Myaku.
With the Tower of the Sun by Taro Okamoto behind it, it is energetically welcoming visitors under the blue sky.
Its majestic presence has a mysterious power that makes anyone who sees it smile. The other figure, "Waku-Waku," is installed near the Rose Garden of Peace, and it stands out in the spacious area where the lingering atmosphere of the Expo remains.
You can also see the Ferris wheel in the background, making for a picturesque combination with the scenery typical of Suita.
If you want to take photos with memories of the Expo, now is your chance.
It is for a limited time until the end of May, so please don't miss it.

Wisteria Festival: To the fantastic purple tunnel

A wisteria trellis spanning about 80 meters in total length, which was developed in 2019 to carry on the legacy of Osaka's "Noda Fuji."
The scale alone is impressive, but when you actually step inside, you will find yourself stopping in your tracks at a beauty that far exceeds your imagination.

White, purple, and pink wisteria flowers covering the overhead area hang down in overlapping layers, and every time the wind blows, they sway gently and carry a sweet scent.
The wisteria flower clusters, with light filtering through them against the backdrop of the blue sky, are a truly fantastic sight, as if you were in a dream.
The expression changes every time you look up, and no matter how many photos you take, it never feels like enough.
Walking through the purple-only wisteria trellis, you feel as if you have wandered into another world.
Also, in the white wisteria trellis area, the sky, fresh greenery, and flowers spread out in three layers, which has a different kind of beauty.

Poppy and Nemophila Festa: A panoramic view of spring colors

In the Flower Hill area, spring flowers are currently in full bloom in their best condition.
The sight of the light blue of the nemophila as far as the eye can see, softly dyeing the slope of the hill, is breathtakingly beautiful, and you can't help but let out a voice saying, "I'm glad I came."
About 36,000 nemophila plants have been planted again this year, and the blue that spreads endlessly seems to melt into the color of the sky, which can only be described as fantastic.

And on the Poppy Hill, colorful flowers in red, orange, yellow, pink, and white are gently swaying in the wind, as if paint had been spilled.
The color gradation woven by the overwhelming number of about 200,000 flowers makes you feel your heart filling up just by looking at it.
In the area where nemophila and poppies are adjacent, the light blue and orange complement each other, creating the most spring-like scenery imaginable.
Furthermore, the yellow canola flower fields and colorful tulip fields are also in full bloom, so you won't get bored even if you stay all day.
You will also be able to enjoy lupines starting in May, so I recommend visiting again during the holidays.

TABLES KITCHEN

I had lunch at "TABLES KITCHEN" on the second floor of LaLaport EXPOCITY, which is adjacent to Expo '70 Commemorative Park.
With houseplants standing out against the exposed concrete walls, it is a calm space that you wouldn't think was in a corner of a shopping mall.
The background music is also understated, making it the perfect place to spend a relaxing time after walking around looking at flowers.

"Today's Pasta A Set (Bolognese with Bamboo Shoots and Awaji Beef)" is a satisfying dish with thick tomato-based meat sauce intertwined with melty cheese.
The crunchy texture of the bamboo shoots was an unexpected accent, and I couldn't help but smile, thinking, "So that's how you did it."
The pasta was cooked just right, and I enjoyed it until the very end.
The set is substantial, coming with a salad, soup, rice, and even a half-size cake.

The "Butter Chicken Curry Set" is a dish that looks cute with a soft-boiled egg on top of the rice.
The curry is mild and rich without being heavy, and the flavor of the spices comes through properly afterward.
It was a carefully crafted flavor that even those who are not very good with spicy food can enjoy with peace of mind.

The "Ginger Spark" I had for a drink was a glass made with homemade ginger syrup mixed with soda, garnished with a slice of lemon and fresh mint.
The balance between the tangy stimulation of the ginger and the acidity of the lemon is exquisite, and it is the perfect combination to refresh yourself between meals.
It also looks gorgeous, and it lifted my spirits the moment it arrived at the table.

For dessert, I had the cheesecake and Sacher torte, which were half-sizes included in the set.
The cheesecake had a simple look with a single blueberry on top, but when you put it in your mouth, it was smooth with a slight acidity, an elegant taste.
The Sacher torte had a solid chocolate feel, making it a highly satisfying meal until the end.

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