The "2025 Osaka World Expo" officially kicked off this past April 13th, launching a six-month run that's drawing massive crowds and global visitors, with country pavilions sparking major buzz.
However, with many pavilions requiring reservations and some visitors finding limited access upon arrival, one Japanese X user, ばくれつぱんち (@ha_mu_chan_z), decided to flip the script. They turned this international extravaganza into their own personal food carnival, even crafting a "Foodie's Ultimate Map" complete with super-detailed reviews that have gone absolutely viral! Netizens are exclaiming, "This is basically a global food festival!"
ばくれつぱんち jokingly posted, "Can't snag a pavilion slot? Then just eat your heart out!" In her tweet, she revealed she'd basically treated the Expo like an international food festival, and she truly ate her way through it. While she hasn't tried *everything* yet, she's compiled her culinary adventures into a map, sharing it with anyone looking to feast at the Expo.
She also dished out recommendations for various country pavilions, like the Malaysia Pavilion, where the Roti Canai (or Roti Prata) with curry was absolutely divine! She chuckled, mentioning the open kitchen where handsome chefs were hand-making the pancakes, giving them a wonderfully chewy texture. The Mee Goreng was also decent, she noted, though a bit short on noodles, with a mild flavor.
Then there's the Republic of Burundi in Commons A – this small, landlocked East African nation surprisingly served up some top-tier flavors! They specialize in healthy desserts, and if you're indecisive, you can pair them with vanilla or matcha ice cream. The X user raved about their "Okara Crisps," describing them as crunchy, satisfying, and proudly declaring, "So healthy, it's practically zero calories (just kidding!)"
Over at the UK Pavilion, while British cuisine might not always get rave reviews, the scones here at the Expo were pretty good! You can grab them for takeout immediately, and there are tables and chairs nearby. But she honestly admitted, "I've had better scones... so this one was just 'okay'." However, the clotted cream served with the scones was absolutely fantastic – not greasy at all and utterly delicious.
Even though the Vietnam Pavilion was still under construction, she managed to snag some classic Bun Cha from a place called "Saigon Yatai." While a bit pricey, the flavor was super authentic, the staff were all Vietnamese, and the interior was adorable, filled with whimsical, Vietnamese-inspired illustrations.
She also recommended a non-international treat: the "Eel Pie Sundae." Despite it not being an international dish, she bought it because she was drawn in by the chestnut mascot. A whole eel pie was stuck right into the sundae! While there weren't many chestnuts, their flavor was rich, making it a delightful dessert reminiscent of a Mont Blanc.
ばくれつぱんち's Expo food map, combined with all the food info she gathered from X, might not cover *everything* she ate, but she's already declared, "I'm definitely going back just for the food!"
Many netizens praised her dedication and initiative, noting that enjoying the Expo this way is a uniquely fun approach. It seems that beyond checking out the international exhibits, the Expo truly offers a global culinary tour.
Some netizens even joked that it's less of an Expo and more of a "New World Foodie Convention"—basically a giant food court!
In fact, not only are the national pavilions incredibly impressive, but the food scene is also incredibly diverse and exciting. Even those who were initially lukewarm about the Expo are now getting curious thanks to these foodie pilgrimages and shares. So if you're interested, definitely make time to visit the Osaka Expo – it's like a round-the-world trip all in one go!
via： togetter