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Innovating Metaverse Research: 株式会社V and The University of Tokyo

株式会社V, headquartered in Shinagawa, Tokyo, has secured a contract from The University of Tokyo's Virtual Reality Education Research Center. This collaboration focuses on conducting a comprehensive survey of metaverse users, aimed at understanding their day-to-day activities and interactions in this virtual realm. Utilizing a proprietary survey system developed by V, the research aims to establish a practical framework for collecting data directly from users within the metaverse itself.

Objective of the Survey

The university's initiative seeks to gather data on the lived experiences of metaverse users in a way that more accurately reflects their interactions and behaviors. By creating a survey environment that exists within the metaverse, the aim is to circumvent traditional hurdles associated with online surveys, such as the difficulty of identifying specific user communities. Starting September 1, 2025, V plans to implement a survey response mechanism across multiple worlds within VRChat, allowing users to provide answers directly at the moment they engage with the virtual spaces.

Addressing Challenges in Metaverse Data Collection

Historically, surveys targeting VRChat users have faced challenges regarding the recruitment channels and distribution strategies used, making it hard to pinpoint specific respondent communities. 株式会社V aims to tackle these issues by establishing a clear survey path within the metaverse, leveraging its technological expertise and community network to create an environment where direct investigations of existing communities can occur.

Survey Overview

• - Target Audience: Japanese users logged into VRChat from within Japan.
• - Survey Start Date: September 1, 2025 (the survey will conclude once a predetermined number of responses are collected).
• - Response Method: Users will directly answer questions through the survey system embedded within VRChat, taking approximately a few minutes to complete.
• - Management and Operation: 株式会社V is responsible for developing, operating, and managing the data gathered through this initiative.
• - Question Areas: The survey will focus on daily activities and interactions of VRChat users.

Data Management Practices

Respondents can be assured that their answers will only be used for research purposes, and all data will be aggregated in a way that does not identify individual users. The range of data collected and its intended use will be explicitly stated within the survey access pathway.

Company Overview

株式会社V is pioneering advancements in the metaverse, VR, and XR fields, dedicated to supporting projects through development and management of industry-leading services. CEO Mitsuta Fujiwara leads the company from their office located in the Meguro Center Building, Shinagawa, Tokyo.

For more information, visit V's official website.