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Celebrate Creativity in the Metaverse: Workshop for Young Minds

Tokyo is spearheading a unique initiative aimed at fostering creativity and digital literacy among elementary and middle school students through the "Tokyo Children’s Creative Lab" (known as "Kurilabo"). This innovative program encourages young participants to explore their imaginations and acquire digital skills in a fun, interactive environment.

Workshop Overview

On November 22nd, students are invited to participate in a workshop that promises to be both educational and engaging. This event is specially designed for those in the 4th to 6th grades of elementary school, as well as students in the 1st to 3rd grades of middle school living or studying in Tokyo. In this workshop, students will dive into the digital realm of the metaverse, specifically participating in a virtual tour called the "Virtual Edo-Tokyo". Here, they will encounter the diverse attractions of Tokyo and draw inspiration to create their own personalized virtual spaces.

Experience Virtual Edo-Tokyo

During the session, each participant will control their avatar in the metaverse, allowing them to explore and connect with others. The Virtual Edo-Tokyo tour will serve as a creative springboard for attendees as they craft their ideal virtual environments based on their interests. After designing their unique spaces, participants will have the opportunity to visit each other's creations, fostering collaboration and inspiration in a digital setting. By sharing their imaginative outputs, students will enhance their expression skills and digital creativity.

Event Details and Logistics

This workshop is scheduled to run from 14:00 to 16:30 on November 22nd, with registration opening at 13:45. Our venue, the Tokyo Innovation Base, located at 3-8-3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda, offers necessary facilities like a nursing room and a diaper changing station for participants and their guardians. Note that unfortunately, there is no childcare service available. We encourage all interested students to sign up as we have a limited number of spaces with a maximum of 20 participants.

Easy Application Process

Applying is simple! Interested candidates can register through the Kurilabo website. However, please keep in mind that if the number of applications exceeds the available spots, a lottery will be held. The deadline for applications is set for November 12th at noon, so be sure to secure your chance to participate.

Furthermore, participants can rest assured that the staff will be on hand to provide support and guidance throughout the workshop, ensuring a welcoming environment for beginners and seasoned digital adventurers alike.

Join the Digital Revolution

This initiative is part of a broader vision to enable children to engage with technology, creatively and artistically. Facilitated by KDDI Corporation, which has dedicated efforts to expanding the market of the metaverse since 2020, the workshop embodies our commitment to nurturing the next generation's skills and creativity.

"We are thrilled to provide this exciting experience that combines technology with creativity," a representative from KDDI shared. "Every child deserves the chance to explore and express themselves in the digital world."

Conclusion

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to unleash your creativity in the metaverse! Mark your calendars for November 22nd, and get ready to embark on a wonderful digital journey in Tokyo's vibrant virtual space. Visit the Kurilabo website today to apply and learn more about this exciting workshop. Together, let’s build our ideal worlds in the metaverse!