CREATIVE KIDS TOP Other “LAVAL VIRTUAL,” the World’s Largest VR Festival

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2019.03.24
“LAVAL VIRTUAL,” the World’s Largest VR Festival

"LAVAL VIRTUAL," the world's largest VR festival, is held in Laval, a small town in western France.
As many as 330 exhibitors gather in a 9,000-square-meter exhibition space.
Apparently, the event began with the goal of revitalizing the town through VR,
which is reminiscent of Ars Electronica in Linz.
Among the Japanese exhibitors, GREE—which is also a sponsor—really stood out.
GREE VR Studio Lab was even featured in the event’s promotional magazine.
And then, our very own TEAM KMD! I think they might have had the most exhibits there? Great job, everyone~!
Finally, to everyone from Rikkyo Ikebukuro Junior and Senior High School. I heard they’re participating as part of their Math and Science Research Club. That’s amazing!!!
There were all kinds of VR experiences—industrial VR, entertainment VR, educational VR, medical VR, and more—but
I thoroughly enjoyed the art VR exhibits at the museum the most (*^^*)








　

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    Chairperson, CANVAS

    After graduating from the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Tokyo, he served as a visiting researcher at the MIT Media Lab before founding the NPO CANVAS and the Learning of Tomorrow Association, a General Incorporated Association, and assuming the role of representative. He serves as an outside director for Matsuya Co., Ltd., Fuji Media Holdings, Inc., and Digital Garage, Inc.
    He has served on various government committees, including the Information and Communications Council of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, as well as the NHK Central Broadcasting Program Council. He also serves as a director of the Digital Signage Consortium, among other roles. He holds a Ph.D. in Policy and Media.
    His publications include *Turning On Children’s Creativity!*, *What Are Smart Kids Doing on Their Smartphones?*, *The Forefront of Online Education in Japan: Considering Learning in the Post-COVID Era*,“What Is Programming Education? 45 Questions Parents Want to Know,” and “Declaration on Digital Education.” He has also provided supervision for numerous works, including “Ah, I See! Programming Education for Parents and Children Through Manga.”