INSIDE HEROES
Behind the exhibition lies a wealth of passion, dedication, and individual stories.
Here, we share the voices of the people who bring the Theme Pavilion to life.
Japan Association for the International Horticultural Expo 2027, Yokohama
Exhibition Planning Department
Tomohiro Ogawa
Creating Moments of Inspiration That Stay with People
Step through the doors of the Themed Pavilion and leave the familiar world behind. Ahead lies a world of plants: the Underground Forest, the Forest of Umwelt, the Forest of Awareness, and the Forest of Connection. Journey into places we rarely see—the hidden world beneath our feet, the sensations and messages of plants, and the many ways plants relate to people. Moving through the pavilion as if venturing into an unexplored forest, visitors will encounter surprising and little-known sides of the plant world. To bring this immersive experience to life, Ogawa is working closely with the many people and organizations involved, coordinating their efforts to create moments of inspiration that stay with visitors long after they leave.
