Enjoying the virtual space "Shibuya" on Halloween, the ward enlightens Tokyo October 1, 17:04
While Shibuya Ward in Tokyo is calling to refrain from coming to the city during this month's Halloween period to prevent infection, an event to enjoy Halloween will be held on the Internet using a virtual space that reproduces the city of Shibuya. became.
Since many young people gather around Shibuya Station every October on Halloween, Shibuya Ward is calling for refraining from coming to Shibuya to prevent infection with the new coronavirus.
Under these circumstances, KDDI and Shibuya City Tourism Association will be holding an event where popular artists and comedians can enjoy online live performances in the virtual space town "Virtual Shibuya" officially recognized by Shibuya City during Halloween from the 26th to the 31st of this month. Announced that it will be held.
This means that you can take in a dedicated app, operate your avatar from your smartphone, etc., and participate in events for free while freely going back and forth in the online city of Shibuya such as scrambled intersections.
Ken Hasebe, Mayor of Shibuya Ward, said, "It is an initiative that allows you to enjoy Shibuya without actually coming to the city of Shibuya and participate in cutting-edge virtual events. I want many people to enjoy it."