Introducing AVATARIUM at Kamotsuru Brewery
A New Era of Souvenirs
In a significant leap for experiential marketing, POCKET RD Co., a company based in Tokyo, is set to unveil its pioneering avatar generation service, 'AVATARIUM,' at the Kamotsuru Brewery's main store in Hiroshima. This remarkable innovation will launch on August 1, 2026, marking the first implementation of such technology within a sake brewery. This initiative aims to enrich the experience of tourists who flock to Kamotsuru, providing them with fresh avenues for shared memories in addition to traditional merchandise.
Why AVATARIUM?
With numerous visitors pouring into Kamotsuru Brewery - not just from across Japan but from around the world - there is much demand for local delicacies and souvenirs, especially sake. However, this time the brewery is focusing on delivering something unique that transcends physical products. The AVATARIUM offers a way for guests to create an everlasting digital memento of their experience at the brewery, reminiscent of their time spent there.
Experience Features
1. Be Part of the Brewing Team
Take a photo in front of the AVATARIUM device, and watch in amazement as an avatar that resembles you is created in seconds. This avatar can join a custom video showcasing the sake brewing process, making you feel like a vital member of the Kamotsuru family.
2. Instant Download to Your Smartphone
The best part? The completed video can be conveniently downloaded directly to your smartphone, allowing you to take your personalized experience home instantly.
3. Share Your Experience Effortlessly
Once downloaded, the video can be shared via social media or messaging apps, enabling you to showcase your unique remembrance to friends and family immediately. Unlike traditional souvenirs that may become burdensome to carry, this virtual keepsake allows you to relive your memories at any time.
Installation Details
- - Location: Main store, Kamotsuru Brewery
9-7 Nishijo Hon-machi, Higashi-Hiroshima, Hiroshima, 739-0011
- - Launch Date: August 1, 2026
- - Experience Offerings: Avatar creation and original sake brewing video
- - Pricing: ¥500 for one person, ¥800 for two people
- - Main Store Website: Kamotsuru Brewery
What is AVATARIUM?
AVATARIUM is an immersive technology that generates realistic avatars simply by standing before the device, granting users access to exciting virtual experiences. This compact device, measuring 170 cm in height, 120 cm in width, and 65 cm in depth, is designed to fit seamlessly within various venues, promising a new blend of entertainment that bridges the gap between reality and virtual reality.
About POCKET RD
Founded with the mission of enhancing communication worldwide, POCKET RD integrates blockchain technology and avatar experiences to redefine interaction in the present and build a future ripe with possibilities. The company's ethos—'What’s ordinary is world standard'—drives it to create universally significant infrastructures that go beyond profit-oriented marketing strategies, focusing instead on enriching the lives of individuals and businesses alike.
Company Information
- - Name: POCKET RD Co., Ltd.
- - CEO: Hiroya Momikura
- - Location: 9F Akasaka JEBL, 4-8-18 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
- - Website: POCKET RD