Osaka Expo's mascots show Japan's character culture influence

Expo 2025 in Osaka showcases a global trend of mascot design, with many countries drawing inspiration from Japan's character culture, particularly the official mascot, Myaku-Myaku. Numerous nations have introduced their own mascots, such as Australia's Ruby the Roo and Germany's Circular, reflecting a clear influence from Japan's aesthetic. These characters are designed to be cute, quirky, and marketable. This trend is evident in Italy's anime-inspired Italia-chan, highlighting the widespread adoption of Japanese character design principles at the Expo.