On Tuesday, October 13, 2026, Universal Studios Japan (USJ) will host the memorial event "1st Anniversary EXPO 2025 – Relive That Wonder and Excitement – @Osaka Kitena! (Come to Osaka!) “EXPO Beat Jam”" for Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, which left many people with lasting memories last year. The event takes place at the park that also hosted the event marking 1,000 days until the Expo's opening, and the artists who helped bring the Expo to life will gather there once again. The stage program will also include the park's friends and a special performance by MYAKU-MYAKU, the official character of Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan.
Note: Sales of the "Universal Studios Japan Studio Pass with Event Viewing Area Admission Ticket" have already ended.
To celebrate the event, MYAKU-MYAKU is joining forces with HamiKuma, a popular character from "Halloween Horror Nights" who is a cute yet creepy bear. The two appeared together at the Expo site in 2025, and original food and merchandise expressing their unique worlds will go on sale in sequence starting Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
Original Food
Two original food items featuring MYAKU-MYAKU will be available. Both are limited-time items.
EXPO 2025 MYAKU-MYAKU Man (Takoyaki Flavor)
The first is the "EXPO 2025 MYAKU-MYAKU Man (Takoyaki Flavor)," in which MYAKU-MYAKU appears as one of the park's staple foods. Enjoy Osaka's soul food, takoyaki, while looking back on your memories of the Expo. It is on sale on Tuesday, October 13, 2026 only, and a numbered ticket is required to purchase it on the day (details below).
EXPO 2025 MYAKU-MYAKU & HamiKuma Chocolate & Mixed Berry Sundae
The second is the "EXPO 2025 MYAKU-MYAKU & HamiKuma Chocolate & Mixed Berry Sundae," a MYAKU-MYAKU sundae that collaborates with HamiKuma's chocolate sundae. Colorful sweets spilling out of the cup and the red and blue "MYAKU-MYAKU colors" make it a lively special dessert. Sales are scheduled to begin on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
EXPO 2025 Official Licensed Product
How to Get a Numbered Ticket for the MYAKU-MYAKU Man (Takoyaki Flavor)
A numbered ticket must be obtained on the day to purchase the "EXPO 2025 MYAKU-MYAKU Man (Takoyaki Flavor)."
- Distribution location: Stage 33 entrance
- Distribution times:
- Event ticket holders: Park opening to 10:00 AM, and 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM (please show your event ticket, postcard, etc. to a crew member when receiving your numbered ticket)
- General distribution: From 2:00 PM until distribution ends
- Sales location: Inside the Stage 33 venue
- Sales time: From 12:30 PM
Notes
- Numbered ticket distribution ends once the planned quantity is reached.
- Purchases are limited to one per person.
- Only cashless payment is accepted.
- Depending on sales status that day, general sales may be held.
- In case of rain, numbered tickets will be distributed and sales held at the following times:
- Event ticket holders: Park opening to 2:00 PM
- Sales time: From 1:30 PM
For details, please check the official Universal Studios Japan website.
Original Merchandise
MYAKU-MYAKU and HamiKuma also collaborate on merchandise.
Mascot Keychain
The "Mascot Keychain" features a soft, fluffy material and a big face that makes you want to take it along. It comes in two designs. One highlights HamiKuma's signature check pattern, and the other highlights MYAKU-MYAKU's distinctive bright red design. Each has a carabiner-style clip that can be attached to a bag or belt loop, so you can bring MYAKU-MYAKU and HamiKuma along with you around the park.
EXPO 2025 Official Licensed Product
Sticker Set
The "Sticker Set" features MYAKU-MYAKU and HamiKuma in a variety of poses on sparkling holographic stickers. Stick them on your favorite belongings to make them your own (2 sheets included).
EXPO 2025 Official Licensed Product
Merchandise Sales Information
- Sales start: Scheduled for Tuesday, October 13, 2026
- Sales location: Universal Studios Store
Notes
- Product designs, prices, sales locations, sales methods, and sales start dates are subject to change without notice.
- You may be asked to show your own admission ticket or Annual Pass valid for the day when making a purchase.
- The merchandise shown is only an example. Please check the shop for details.
- Quantities are limited, and items may be sold out when you visit.
- Please check the purchase limit at the shop.
- Depending on sales status, orders may be accepted at the official online store. For details and how to order, please check the Universal Studios Japan official online store: https://www.onlinestore.usj.co.jp/
- Depending on conditions on the day, numbered tickets for entering the store may be distributed. Distribution ends once the planned quantity is reached. How to obtain a numbered ticket is planned to be announced on the official Universal Studios Japan website.
Event Information
- Organizers: Osaka Prefecture, Osaka City, and the Osaka Nigiwai Sozo Hasshin Jigyo Executive Committee (大阪にぎわい創出発信事業実行委員会)
- Co-organizer: Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition
- Date and time: Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
- Venue: "Gramercy Park" inside Universal Studios Japan
- Performers: Osaka Governor Hirofumi Yoshimura, Osaka Mayor Hideyuki Yokoyama, ATARASHII GAKKO!, KOBUKURO, SIS, Football Hour (MC), MYAKU-MYAKU, the park's friends, and others (titles omitted)
- How to participate: Advance application; lottery-based sales
- Special website: https://osaka-kitena.jp/event/expobeatjam
