This article reports on the reluctance from contractors in Japan to undertake the dismantling of international pavilions following a world expo event. Despite the event's culmination, the overseas national booths remain unclaimed as constructors hesitate to sign contracts for their disassembly. Issues surrounding this ordeal are primarily finance-based, but diplomatic considerations are also a cause for concern.

World expos are of significant cultural importance in Japan, admired for their international spirit and creative displays. However, post-expo demolition has surfaced as a recurring issue. Many Japanese are troubled by this issue's financial implications and potential to strain international relations, given the possible misinterpretation of the delayed dismantling as a lack of respect or consideration.

In contrast, the US and EU countries often have policies in place identifying responsible parties for dismantling and providing the due compensation beforehand. These procedural bulbs prevent similar issues from arising.