CRAFTOK, the virtual exhibition and sales event April 24th (Sat)~25th (Sun) with more than 160 exhibitors
Niigata, Japan - 04/24/2021 — Gugenka Inc, a creative studio that enriches both the real and the digital world with XR(VR/AR/MR), will hold “CRAFTOK“ (Virtual Creator event), where creators will exhibit and sell their works and creations on April 24th (Sat)~25th (Sun), 2021(JST). Gugenka released a special video that introduces 151 exhibitors.
EVENT ENTRANCE LINK : https://gugenka.jp/door_redirect/entrance5.html
Special Video: https://youtu.be/5VCyYh3EUDs (Japanese)
Recommended ways to enjoy
1. Easy entry with just a click
CRAFTOK is open to entry with several devices, such as PC VR, mobile VR, PC, and smartphones.
Users can go into the event just by clicking the link like a normal website.
In addition, the event space is shared by users with different devices which means that you and your friends can go to the same room and explore together. 15:00~17:00 JST each day is a core time. Visitors can communicate with exhibitors staying in their shop.
The Entrance button is set up on CRAFTOK’s official website on April 24th (Sat) 11:00 JST.
Official Web: https://www.gugenka.net/craftok-guest-en
2. Communication in avatar
Participants can use Gugenka's original SD avatars to help create an approachable atmosphere, so that they can enjoy conversations with new people.
3. Shopping in virtual reality
Store pages can be opened on a browser by clicking links of the product at each shop. You will encounter new shopping experiences in VR.
Official LIVE Events
Official LIVE Events will take place on YouTube for those who cannot join the event.
The official ambassador Kujo Ringo, Shinonome Megu, and Epito will introduce some parts of the venue under preparation on their broadcasts, and will be having interviews with exhibitors.
Date&Time: April 23th, 2021 22:00~23:00 (UTC+9)
Broadcast: https://youtu.be/RgCRWaiEgSA
Opening ceremony by ambassadors and the host will take place.
Date&Time: April 24th, 2021 10:30~11:00 (UTC+9)
Broadcast: https://youtu.be/1YYj-w4UEQA
Ambassadors will distribute video visiting exhibited shops freely.
To avoid crowding, broadcast time will be random but an hour during core time.
Date&Time: April 24th (Sat), April 25th (Sun)
Distributed on: KujoRingo official channel, Shinonome Megu official channel, Epito official channel
CRAFTOK will be closed with special prize awards and other ending events by distributing them.
Date&Time: April 25th (Sun) 17:00~17:30 (UTC+9)
Broadcast: https://youtu.be/J8WntYLfUJA
Promotions
Two special promotions will take place to celebrate for opening CRAFTOK
1. CRAFTOK poster with Aya Suzaki’s autograph (Voice role of Yumeno Mimi, the official character of CRAFTOK) by drawing three names *Application from Japan is only accepted.
2. Digital figure with Aya suzaki’s newly recorded voice for all applicants
1. Outline for “Digital figure with original voice”
Detail: Digital figure named ”HoloModels” of Yumeno Mimi, that can be displayed by smartphone AR, will be presented. It will be with Aya Suzaki's (Voice role of Yumeno Mimi) newly recorded voice.
Application Period: April 24th (Sat) ~25th (Sun), 2021 (JST)
Winner: All applicants
How to apply:
1. Look for missing letters that are hidden in the areas of the seven genres.
2. Change the order of the letters that were found, and answer the seven letter keyword, by checking the panel at the entrance.
3. The keyword is the serial code to get HoloModels digital figure. Fill it out on HoloModels web page, and get it!
A total of seven letters are hidden within 35 blocks that are spread out in the seven genres: Current Area (16 blocks), SF Area (4 blocks), Fantasy Area (9 blocks), Japanese Area (4 blocks), Ambassadors Area, Guest Area, Gugenka Area.
2. Outline of “Present a poster with Aya Suzaki’s autograph”
Detail: CRAFTOK poster with Aya Suzaki's autograph for selected applicants
*Application from Japan is only accepted.
Application Period: April 24th (Sat) ~25th (Sun), 2021 (JST)
Winner: 3 people
How to apply:
1. Follow Gugenka Official Twitter
2. Take a picture with Yumeno Mimi at the entrance of CRAFTOK, and post it with
#JoinedCraftok #DOORNTT
https://www.gugenka.net/craftok-guest-en
About CRAFTOK
CRAFTOK is a virtual event on a social VR “DOOR™” produced by Japan Telegraph and Telephone Corporation (NTT) based on the open source of WebVR platform “Mozilla Hubs''. Visitors do not need a VR device to enter the VR Space. They can enter with a PC, smartphone, as well as VR device.
160 participants including general exhibitors applied by the public and guest creators will exhibit their shop.
There will be official live events by virtual talents Kujo Ringo, Shinonome Megu, and Epito, who have been appointed as official ambassadors of CRAFTOK.
Event Information *Time zone: Japan Standard Time
Event name: CRAFTOK
Schedule: April 24th (Sat)~25th(Sun), 2021
Time: 11:00~17:00
*Visitors can enter the world after 17:00, 24th, but there will be no management staff.
*Core Time (Exhibitors will stay at their shop this time):15:00~17:00 both days
Entrance fee: Free
Host by: Gugenka Inc.
Admission: Click “CRAFTOK Entrance” on the official website
Official website: https://www.gugenka.net/craftok-guest-en
About Gugenka
Gugenka is a creative studio that enriches the real and digital world with XR(VR/AR/MR).
They develop digital figure viewer “HoloModels™” and produce virtual artists like Shinonome Megu.
HoloModels has the largest number of digital figures of anime official characters.
-Representative CEO: Mikami Masafumi
-Overseas COO: Kiral Poon
Inquiry: https://gugenka.jp/inquiry/ (Business hour: 9:00~18:00 weekdays)
About DOOR™
Since the pandemic of COVID-19, it is required to realize a “remote world“ that is compatible with keeping distance from others and activating the economy.
Considering the current situation, NTT opened 3D space-type owned media named “DOOR™.”
For the purpose of introducing NTT's contribution to resolving social issues, DOOR will be spreading useful information about telecommunication, R&D of NTT, and the latest information of XR services. Furthermore, DOOR™ aims to be the place for interaction with a lot of people who want to experience participation and creation in 3D.
*”DOOR” is the trademark of NTT
Media Contacts:
Company Name: Gugenka IncFull Name: NAKAYAMA KENICHI
Phone: 0252844955
Email Address: Send Email
Website: https://gugenka.jp/