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Experience the Future of Sports with AR Technology

In the upcoming Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics, scheduled to be held in November, the innovative company meleap will showcase a special AR sports event titled "Edo Wave Battle" at the digital experience program "Miru Tech". This initiative aims to provide an inclusive sports experience, allowing participants, including those with hearing disabilities, to engage and enjoy the activity through cutting-edge augmented reality technology.

Event Overview

• - Event Name: Miru Tech
• - Date: November 15 (Saturday) to November 26 (Wednesday), 2025
• - Location: National Olympic Memorial Youth Center, Culture Building, 1F & 2F, Yoyogi, Shibuya, Tokyo
• - Organizer: Tokyo Metropolitan Government
• - Featured Content: Customized HADO "Edo Wave Battle"
• - Collaborator: Hapbeat Inc.
• - Exhibit Size: Approximately 2m x 2m

Edo Wave Battle: Where Tradition Meets Innovation

The "Edo Wave Battle" represents a fusion of Japan's Edo period spirit and modern technology, exemplifying the themes of "coolness", "harmony", and "innovation". Players will be able to choose their opponents from legendary characters like a kabuki actor, a firefighter, or a ninja, battling using energy balls and shields.

As players engage in this immersive experience, they will elevate their ranks by challenging these masters. Enhanced by the Hapbeat vibration device, participants will feel the impact of the game's dynamics, offering a new level of immersion that doesn’t rely solely on auditory cues. This progressive sports interaction is designed to captivate everyone, regardless of their background or abilities.

Aiming for Inclusive Future Sports

The exhibit embodies the vision of the Tokyo 2025 Deaflympics, which strives for a society where everyone can showcase their uniqueness and strength. meleap is committed to breaking down barriers in sports through AR technology, ensuring that people of all ages and abilities can participate and connect. The theme "experience without relying on hearing" highlights how tech and creativity can cultivate an inclusive future for sports.

Additionally, the team at meleap aims to expand the HADO platform across various domains like education, culture, and welfare, continuously looking for collaborative projects that enhance community integration.

Custom AR Content Development

HADO is unique in its ability to be customized for various organizations, including businesses, municipalities, and educational institutions. For this project, a fully original HADO experience was created, featuring CPU-controlled characters, traditional Japanese effects, and vibration enhancements based on the theme "where Edo spirit meets the future".
This flexible framework allows for the development of tailored AR content suitable for events, tourism sites, educational scenarios, and corporate training, offering versatile solutions to meet diverse needs.

About meleap Inc.

Meleap strives to create a society where everyone can enjoy moving their bodies, fostering both physical and mental well-being through their activity known as HADO. Using AR technology, they aim to provide a magical experience that captivates individuals of all ages, across 39 countries worldwide. Their vision encapsulates the joys of physical activity, connection with others, and a shared sense of excitement and fulfillment. Continuous efforts will be made to explore the potentials of entertainment and sports.

For more details, visit: meleap official website