Two years. A monumental work of art. And a journey that changed everything.

In this special podcast episode, Klaus Billinger and Tom Lohner look back openly and honestly on the genesis of this extraordinary project: Tom Lohner's Styria Screen – a work of art over four meters wide that was presented as a cultural gift to the Osaka Art University as part of Expo 2025.

What began as a bold vision turned into an emotional and logistical rollercoaster: political hurdles, doubts, time constraints – but also magical moments, artistic breakthroughs and an international team spirit that ultimately made the impossible possible.

“Road to Osaka” is more than just a retrospective – it is an honest look behind the scenes of an ambitious art project that builds bridges between Styria and Japan, between art and diplomacy, between vision and reality.

Topics of the episode:

• The idea behind the folding screen – and why this format
• How a work of art became a cultural gesture
• The biggest challenges behind the scenes
• Personal doubts, perseverance and turning points
• The moment of handover in the Austrian Pavilion at the World Expo in Osaka

An episode for everyone who wants to know what it really means to complete a major project – with heart, attitude and dedication.