What is GREEN×EXPO 2027? Dates, theme and scale explained
In 2027, Yokohama will host GREEN×EXPO 2027 (the International Horticultural Exposition). Here is a clear summary of the essentials.
Key facts
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Dates | March 19 – September 26, 2027 (192 days) |
| Location | Former Kamiseya Communications Facility site, Asahi / Seya Ward, Yokohama |
| Area | About 100 hectares (expo zone) |
| Theme | Scenery of the Future for Happiness |
| Classification | AIPH Class A1 (highest rank) / BIE recognized |
| Visitor target | 15 million total (over 10 million paid) |
| Organizer | Association for the 2027 International Horticultural Exposition |
Theme: “Scenery of the Future for Happiness”
GREEN×EXPO 2027 is an international horticultural exposition that explores the future of society through the relationship between people, flowers, greenery and nature. The central Theme Pavilion conveys the ideas of Nature-based Solutions (NbS) and the circular economy through hands-on experiences and art.
Five villages
The grounds are organized into five “villages”:
- Urban GX Village — cutting-edge technology for a green society
- Craft Village — traditional crafts living in harmony with nature
- Farm & Food Village — agriculture, food and wellbeing
- Kids Village — hands-on nature education for the next generation
- SATOYAMA Village — the comfort of people and nature coexisting
Tickets
Advance / early-bird tickets (through March 18, 2027) are ¥4,900 for adults; same-day tickets during the expo are ¥5,500. A season pass is ¥28,000 for adults. See the tickets page for details.
What to watch
Details of the exhibiting pavilions and participating countries will be announced over time. This site keeps its pavilion guide and bloom calendar up to date.