As Japan’s tourism industry continues to flourish, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government is taking innovative steps to promote the city as a premier tourist destination. They have unveiled “Hello! Tokyo Friends,” an interactive portal on the metaverse gaming platform Roblox, offering a unique and immersive way to experience Tokyo through the ages.
This virtual world provides gamers with a lifelike sightseeing experience using augmented reality (AR) photography. “Hello! Tokyo Friends” is divided into two main areas: “Modern Tokyo,” which showcases a cityscape based on iconic landmarks such as Tokyo Tower, Tokyo Station, Tokyo National Museum, and the Odaiba Area; and “Treasure Hunt,” an activity aimed at helping users learn more about Japan’s vibrant capital.
The app offers various functions and environments where users can interact with people from Japan and around the globe, introducing Japanese culture and guiding them around Tokyo. Additionally, users can explore an interactive version of Tokyo through the “Tokyo Hunt!” web app, which transforms smartphones into a gateway to this virtual world.
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