[Expo Review 13] Brief introduction of overseas countries! Satisfaction level is also indicated

Usually it is an introduction in Japan,

I went to the Expo, so this time I cheated a little and introduced overseas!

In order not to forget that I got to know various countries, a brief introduction and review.

The top image is the Japan Pavilion! I enjoyed learning the power of algae while watching the cute visuals!

The Expo # travel Overseas Travel OSAKA EXPO 2025 Lemon 8 Day

Comparative reference data

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Japan as a whole, population 123 million 600 trillion

Tokyo 14 million 120 trillion

Osaka 8.8 million 43 trillion

Okinawa 1.5 million people 4 trillion

Tottori 500,000 people 2 trillion

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★ Commons satisfaction 4

Rather than a large pavilion, there are many exhibitions in one facility, so you can feel like traveling around the world.

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■ 🇸🇿 Eswatini (formerly Swaziland)

・ Basic information

Population: Approximately 1.24 million

Area: 17,364 square kilometers (slightly smaller than Shikoku in Japan)

Economy and GDP

Nominal GDP: Approx. USD 4.646 billion

GDP per capita: Approx. 4,035 USD

Major industries: agriculture (Saccharum officinarum, maize), manufacturing (clothing, food processing), mining (coal, gold), services (finance, tourism)

・ History

Independence: Swaziland gained independence from the United Kingdom on 6 September 1968 and became the Kingdom of Swaziland.

Country name change: Swaziland changed to Eswatini in 2018

Political system: Adopt an absolute monarchy, the king is the head of state and the highest authority in the government

・ Specialty dishes

Ubukso: a staple food of corn flour kneaded with water, a traditional Swazi dish

· Superb view, tourist spot

Eswatini National Park: Safari experience in a nature reserve with diverse flora and fauna

・ National character, culture

Music and Butoh: Traditional songs and dances are deeply ingrained in everyday life, especially the dance called Inkhanga.

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■ 🇹🇴 Kingdom of Tonga

・ Basic information

Population: Approximately 104,175

Area: 720 square kilometers (almost the same as Tsushima)

Political system: Constitutional monarchy (the king is the head of state)

King: Tupou VI

Economy and GDP

Nominal GDP: Approximately USD 518.18 million

GDP per capita: Approx. 4,595 USD

・ History

Early 1600s: Discovered by Dutch explorers

1845: King Tupou I unifies Tonga.

1970: Full diplomatic rights are restored from Britain

2010: Political reform advances and parliamentary democracy is strengthened

・ Specialty dishes

Lūʻau: pork, taro leaves and coconut milk wrapped in banana leaves and steamed

· Superb view, tourist spot

Nuku'alofa: capital city dotted with royal palaces and historical buildings

・ National character, culture

Respect for the Royal Family: There is a strong respect for the king and the royal family, and royal events are important events for the people

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■ 🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea

Population and area

Population: Approximately 9 million

Area: Approximately 462,840km ² (Approximately 1.2 times that of Japan)

Ethnic Composition: More than 800 ethnic groups and diverse tribal cultures remain

Economy and GDP

Nominal GDP: Approx. 25 to 30 billion USD

GDP per capita: about $2,500 to $3,000

Main Industries: Mining (Copper & Gold), Oil & Gas, Agriculture (Yams, Cassava, Coconut), Fishing

・ History

Ancient to Medieval: Papua New Guinea was settled thousands of years ago

Late 19th century: German and British colonization (German New Guinea and British Papua)

1975: Papua New Guinea becomes independent from Australia.

Even after independence, traditional culture and customs of each tribe strongly influence life

・ Specialty dishes

Mumu: Traditional dish baked in the ground. Meat, vegetables, taro, etc. wrapped in banana leaves

· Superb view, tourist spot

Goroka Show: An annual tribal festival with traditional costumes and dances.

・ National character, culture

Respect for Diversity: A society that respects each other's cultures because of the diversity of ethnicities and languages

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■ 🇬🇩 Grenada

Population and area

Population: Approximately 110,000

Area: Approximately 344km ² (almost the same as Awaji Island in Japan)

Economy and GDP

Nominal GDP: Approximately USD 1.3 billion

GDP per capita: about $12,000

Key Industries: Tourism, Agriculture (especially nutmeg and spices), Small Industry, Financial Services

・ History

1498: Christopher Columbus arrives.

17th Century: French settlement, later transferred to England

1974: Grenada becomes independent from the United Kingdom.

1983: Coup d'état and U.S. intervention receive international attention

・ Specialty dishes

Oil Down: a traditional dish stewed in nuts or coconut milk

· Superb view, tourist spot

St. George's Harbor: Beautiful Caribbean Sea and Colorful Streets

・ National character, culture

Music culture: Calypso and Soca music are part of life

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🇰🇲 Union of Comoros

Population and area

Population: Approximately 900,000

Area: Approximately 2,235 km ² (slightly smaller than Awaji Island in Japan)

Religion: Islam (Sunni) is about 98% of the population

Economy and GDP

Nominal GDP: Approx. USD 1.35 billion

GNI per person: Approx. 1,600 USD

Main industries: Agriculture (flavoring, vanilla, cloves), fishing, tourism, small-scale handicrafts

・ History

1841-1975: French protectorate, later French Comoros

1975: Independence and the Union of the Comoros

Even after independence, it was politically unstable, and several coups and internal conflicts occurred.

・ Specialty dishes

Spiced rice: seasoned with local spices such as vanilla and cloves

· Superb view, tourist spot

Moroni: colorful port town, historical buildings and markets

・ National character, culture

Emphasis on religion: Strong influence of Islam, value worship and festivals

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■ 🇻🇺 Republic of Vanuatu

Population and area

Population: Approximately 310,000 (2024 estimate)

Area: Approximately 12,189 km ² (about 35 times the size of Awaji Island in Japan)

Economy and GDP

Nominal GDP: Approximately USD Billion (2023)

GDP per capita: Approx. $3,200 to $3,500

・ History

1906: French and British rule (Vanuatu is called the "New Hebrides")

1980: Independence and the Republic of Vanuatu

It has maintained a relatively stable democracy since independence.

・ Specialty dishes

Laplap: a traditional dish of meat or fish wrapped in taro or cassava paste and steamed with banana leaves

· Superb view, tourist spot

Yasur Volcano (Tanna Island): One of the few volcanoes in the world that is always active.

・ National character, culture

Emphasis on tradition: Kastom culture is deeply rooted, and festivals and traditional ceremonies are closely related to life

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■ 🇽🇰 Republic of Kosovo

Population, area and capital

Population: about 1.85 million

Area: Approximately 10,887 km ² (about a quarter of Kyushu in Japan)

Ethnic Composition: Majority of Albanian (about 90%)

Religion: Muslim (mainly Albanian), Orthodox (mainly Serbian)

Economy and GDP

Nominal GDP: Approximately USD 8.6 billion

GDP per capita: about $4,700

The economy is still developing and relies heavily on foreign investment and remittances.

・ History

Ancient to Medieval: Roman, Byzantine and Serbian rule

After World War II: Autonomous province as part of Yugoslavia

1990s: Conflict with Serbia (Kosovo War), NATO intervention

2008: Declaration of Independence (limited international recognition, but recognized by many countries)

・ Specialty dishes

Flija: a traditional dish in which dough is layered and baked

· Superb view, tourist spot

Old Town of Prizren: medieval buildings

・ National character, culture

RELIGIOUS TRADITIONS: Islamic and Orthodox Church Occasions Color Life Milestones

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■ 🇵🇼 Republic of Palau

Population and area

Population: Approximately 21,000

Area: Approximately 459km ² (almost the same as Awaji Island)

Ethnic groups: Majority of Palauans, minority Filipinos, Japanese, other Asians

Language: Palauan (official language), English (official language), Japanese is also accepted

Religion: Christianity (Catholic, Protestant majority)

Economy and GDP

Nominal GDP: Approx. US $350 million

GDP per capita: about $17,000

The economy is heavily dependent on tourism, especially diving and ecotourism.

・ History

19th century: Spanish rule, later German and then Japanese mandate

World War II: Under Japanese occupation, it is also the stage of battle. 1994: Independent, established as the Republic of Palau, signed the Free Association Agreement with the United States

・ Specialty dishes

Rafraf: a local dish of steamed fish or pork wrapped in banana leaves

· Superb view, tourist spot

Rock Island: Scenic Islands with Strange Rocks, Registered as a World Heritage Site

・ National character and culture

Coexistence with nature: marine culture is the center of life, strong awareness of fishing and environmental protection

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■ 🇸🇨 Republic of Seychelles

Population, area and capital

Population: Approximately 100,000 (2024 estimate)

Area: Approximately 455 km ² (almost the same as Awaji Island)

Economy and GDP

Nominal GDP: Approximately USD 1.9 billion

GDP per capita: about $18,000

Main industries: tourism, fishing, agriculture (coconut, vanilla, cacao), services

・ History

16th century: discovered by the Portuguese

18th century: French colonization

1976: Independence from the United Kingdom and the Republic of Seychelles

・ Specialty dishes

Shark chutney: a traditional dish made with shark meat

· Superb view, tourist spot

Anse Sousse d'Argent (La Digue Island): white sand beaches and granite rock formations

・ National character

High awareness of nature conservation and marine environment