New Digital Sports Zone Opens at Tokyo City Hall on March 27th, 2023
New Digital Sports Zone at Tokyo City Hall
On March 27, 2023, Tokyo's City Hall will open a new digital sports area, allowing residents to enjoy sports anytime. This innovative space includes a replica of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic climbing wall, providing visitors a thrilling experience of athleticism in terms of height and speed. With cutting-edge XR technology, the area hosts various engaging content such as the XR "TOKYO LEGACY XR MEMORIES," "Virtual Edo Marathon," "Cyber Boccia," and an "e-Skate Park," bringing sports to life in a vibrant digital format.
The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games are more than just memories; they are a legacy to be experienced. This initiative, coinciding with the fifth anniversary of the Games, aims to utilize startup XR content to create an interactive environment for everyone to engage with sports. Visitors are warmly invited to come and experience this exciting new area!
Highlights of "TOKYO LEGACY XR MEMORIES"
The XR experience recreates the climbing wall from the Tokyo 2020 Games, allowing participants to feel the intensity and scale of competition up close. As you embark on this journey through the history of the Tokyo 2020 Games, enjoy the immersive atmosphere of athletic competition firsthand.
Note: XR combines technologies like VR, AR, and MR to offer immersive experiences where reality and the digital world converge.
Overview of Digital Content in the Area
- - Virtual Edo Marathon:
- - Other Experiences:
- e-Skate Park: Perfect your skateboarding tricks in a virtual park environment.
City Hall Exhibit Information
Inside the City Hall, visitors can find exhibitions of assets used during the opening ceremony of the Tokyo 2020 Games. You can also experience digital competitions and view valuable archives that are usually not open to the public.
All exhibits are free of charge!
Location and Details
- - Digital Area (2nd Floor, City Hall Main Building)
- TOKYO LEGACY XR MEMORIES
- Virtual Edo Marathon
- Cyber Boccia
- e-Skate Park
- Additional Activities:
- Photo spots featuring the mascots Miraitowa and Someity. Try holding the Olympic torch at the cauldron!
- Large screens showing highlights from the Tokyo 2020, World Athletics Championships, and Deaflympics.
- Opening Hours: Weekdays 9:30 AM - 5:30 PM; Weekends and Holidays 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM. Closed during year-end and New Year holidays, as well as during City Hall maintenance days.
- - Central Exhibition Area (2nd Floor)
- Opening Hours: Same as above.
- - North Observatory Exhibition Area: Displays of the Olympic torch relay and other sports memorabilia.
- - Connecting Corridor to the Assembly Building: Displaying rare sports equipment, including signed items from medalists.
Stamp Rally across City Hall Exhibits
A stamp rally will take place during the spring break period (March 27 - April 5). Participants aged 18 and under who collect stamps from three exhibition spots featuring Miraitowa and Someity will receive a commemorative gift. Note: The connecting corridor is not part of the rally.
For more information, visit the official website: Tokyo Sports Exhibition. Stay connected on social media:
X (formerly Twitter)
This initiative aligns with the "2050 Tokyo Strategy", promoting activities that enhance sports culture and participation in Tokyo.
Topics Other）
【About Using Articles】
You can freely use the title and article content by linking to the page where the article is posted.
※ Images cannot be used.
【About Links】
Links are free to use.