Exploring the allure of
Wakayama and nurturing
connections through
the Metaverse.
Exploring the allure of Wakayama
and nurturing connections
through the Metaverse.
メタバース和歌山
Metaverseexpands
Wakayama's attractionand connection of people.
Metaverseexpands
Wakayama's attractionand
connection of people.
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Metaverseexpands
Wakayama's attractionand connection of people.
We will expand into new areas by leveraging cutting-edge digital technologies such as VR and the Metaverse and applying the expertise from our existing travel and passenger transportation businesses to develop a tourism DX (Digital Transformation) business.
Wakayama Prefecture and the castle town of Wakayama have significant attractions and possess the value of captivating people and possess the value of captivating people from all over Japan and the world. We aim to promote regional revitalization through tourism expreciences and events that can deliver this value and create opportunities for many people to visit Wakayama Prefecture.
Exploring the allure of
Wakayama and nurturing
connections through
the Metaverse.
Exploring the allure of Wakayama
and nurturing connections
through the Metaverse.
Exploring the allure of
Wakayama and nurturing
connections through
the Metaverse.
PROJECT 01
GAMING WAKAYAMA
For the popular online game Fortnite, which
boasts over 500 million users, the game map
modeled after Wakayama Castle, Wakayama
Station, and downtown Alochi appears!
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Wakayama Station
MAP - This map recreates the townscape around JR Wakayama Station. The JA Building and other realistic streetscapes blended with areas such as Wakayama Castle and Nachi Falls in the background, a giant panda on top of a building, and a whale swimming in the sky, condensing Wakayama's charm into one captivating space.
- Watch the Promotional Movie
- Wakayama Station MAP：island code 0088-4634-2360
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Wakayama Castle
MAP - This map recreates Wakayama City's symbol, Wakayama Castle. With the cooperation of the Planning and Development Division of Wakayama City, the castle's interior has been recreated in meticulous detail based on drawings from the time of reconstruction. Players can engage in battles atop the roofs and inside the main keep, where history meets action in a vivid and immersive map.
- Watch the Promotional Movie
- Wakayama Castle MAP：island code 8343-1088-9153
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Arochi
MAP - This map recreates the streets of Shin-uchi, the bustling downtown area of Wakayama City. It depicts a glamorous, neon-lit atmosphere, players can enjoy an ambiance that mirrors reality yet can only be experienced in the game.
- Watch the Promotional Movie
- Arochi MAP：island code 8399-1654-8263
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Exploring the allure of Wakayama
and nurturing connections
through the Metaverse.
PROJECT 02
WAKAYAMA JOKAMACHI esports
In online tournaments,
we will host the 'WAKAYAMA CUP'
gathering famous streamers and competitors!
For offline tournaments,
we will organize events
open to the general public in Osaka
and Wakayama and warm up both online
and offline communities!
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Open on Friday, March 21! The esports facility “e-Stadium Satellite Studio Wakayama” lets you freely enjoy games on high-performance gaming PCs!
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【Completed】 We're currently running a crowdfunding campaign. This is your chance to have your name engraved on the Arochi Map signboard! Perks include coupons usable at shops in Wakayama City and baumkuchen cakes delivered to your home.
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[Event Ended] We will exhibit Fortnite Wakayama Map ＆ VR Tourism Video Experience Booth at "Wakayama PRE EXPO ". It will hold at Wakayama Big Wave Main Area from 10:00 to 16:00 on October 12th (Sat) and 13th (Sun).
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【Proposal for the "e-Sports Wakayama Promotion Project" in FY2024, adopted】May 24, 2024 - Nankai Railway, e-Stadium, Hours Corporation, and Yutaka Communications Japan Corporation jointly proposed a project for regional development through e-sports, and the proposal was adopted. (Link: FY2024 "e-Sports Wakayama Promotion Project" Operation Commission, details page)
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[Event Ended]The 4th Parent-Child Tournament featuring Fortnite" finals will be held on April 14 (Sun.) at Yoshimoto ∞ (Infinity) Hall. The battle will be broadcast live from 1:00 p.m. on the YouTube account of "Uncle Chiyoyo Koyabu," a.k.a. "Uncle Chiyoyo who sucks at Fortnite!
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[Event Ended]March 13 (Wed) "Yutaka Communications Japan Corporation Presents Fortnite Wakayama STREAMER CUP"!
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[Event Ended]March 10 (Sun.) "Metaverse Wakayama Executive Committee x Yoshimoto Comedians" FORTNITE Promotion PR Event for Local Activation in Wakayama Prefecture at AEON MALL Wakayama
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Yutaka Communications Japan Corporation presents Wakayama Shinjokamachi CUP by Wakayama Shinjokamachi DMC" was held on March 3, 2024! 【Report on the "Yutaka Communications Japan Corporation presents Wakayama New Castle Town CUP by Wakayama New Castle Town DMC" tournament!】
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[Event Ended]Offline Tournament March 3 (Sun.) "Yutaka Communications Japan Corporation presents Wakayama Shinjokamachi CUP by Wakayama Shinjokamachi DMC" Free admission!
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The "Wakayama Castle Town eSports Tournament ~ Joint Exchange Match between eStadium Namba Main Store and Izumisano ~" was held on February 11, 2024!
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[Event Ended]On February 11, 2024, "Wakayama Castle Town e-Sports Tournament - e-Stadium Namba and Izumisano Joint Exchange Games" will be held at the e-Sports facilities "e-Stadium Namba Honten" and "e-Stadium Izumisano". The tournament will be held in a duo format using "Fortnite," a popular game with a variety of play styles, on specially prepared maps "Wakayama Castle" and "Wakayama Station," where Wakayama's tourist attractions and specialties are located throughout the city.
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Exploring the allure of Wakayama
and nurturing connections
through the Metaverse.
Exploring the allure of
Wakayama and nurturing
connections through
the Metaverse.
PROJECT 03
WAKAYAMA VR
Now it's time to visit
Wakayama's sightseeing spots in VR.
You can even explore Wakayama Castle freely.
Play on your PC or smartphone with free of charge!
- Kumanokodo Nachisan Japan travel
- The Kumano Kodo is a pilgrimage route spanning 1,000 km across Wakayama, Mie, Osaka and Kyoto.
Since Hongu was enshrined about 2,000 years ago, it developed as a pilgrimage route from the mid-Heian period to the Kamakura period. Many worshippers, both men and women, from aristocrats to commoners, visited this area as a faith in the Kumano Sanzan, which connects Hongu, Shingu and Nachi. -
- Wakayama Castle Japan travel
- Wakayama Castle is the center of tourism in Wakayama City.
Aiming for the brilliant white main keep that stands out even more during the season of fresh greenery, we will introduce the highlights of Wakayama Castle by following the path from Ichinohashi Bridge and Otemon Gate. -
- Tomogashima Japan travel
- Tomogashima is the collective name for Jinojima, Torashima, Kamijima, and Okinoshima, all located in the Kitan Strait.
In this video, we tour the enchanting Tomogashima, where magnificent nature and the ruins of old gun batteries create a mystical atmosphere. Explore the fortress in a 360° view around. -
- Shirahama Japan travel
- Shirahama is located on the southern coast of Wakayama Prefecture and is one of the best resort areas in the Kansai region.
Let's tour spots where you can feel the "beauty and power" created by the majestic sea. Enjoy exploring Senjojiki, the Sandanbeki Cave, and the beautiful views of white sandy beaches, and experience the attraction of Shirahama through immersive 360° VR videos. -
- Wakayama Castle KishuNinja Japan travel
- The "Kishu Ninja" is said to have once existed in Wakayama.
In this video, explore Wakayama Castle with the Ninja. Discover the hidden secrets and attraction of Wakayama Castle in everywhere. -
NEWS
LATEST NEWS
PICK UP NEWS
We have released a 360° VR tourism video of “Kumano kodo / nachisan” on the Metaverse Wakayama YouTube channel.
2024.09.03
We have released a 360° VR tourism video of ” Koyasan Danjo Garan Kongobuji ” on the Metaverse Wakayama YouTube channel.
2024.08.21
We have released a 360° VR tourism video of “Wakayama Castle” on the Metaverse Wakayama YouTube channel.
2024.07.12
We have released a 360° VR tourism video of “Shirahama” on the Metaverse Wakayama YouTube channel.
2024.06.24
We have released a 360° VR tourism video of “Tomogashima” on the Metaverse Wakayama YouTube channel.
2024.06.18
We have registered for the “TEAM EXPO2025” co-creation challenge!
2024.06.06
We have released a 360° VR tourism video of “Wakayama Castle – Kishu Ninja” on the Metaverse Wakayama YouTube channel.
2024.04.21
Exploring the allure of
Wakayama and nurturing
connections through
the Metaverse.
Exploring the allure of Wakayama
and nurturing connections
through the Metaverse.
Sponsorship Opportunities
exciting together!
In Metaverse Wakayama, we are planning projects
to promote Wakayama's attraction through various digital media in the future.
We aim to increase Wakayama's community engagement
by expanding offline tourism and economic activities
into the online realm of WEB3 areas
such as Metaverse, NFTs, VR, and AR.
We are gathering partners
who support and sponsor this initiative.
Companies and individuals who are interested,
please contact us.
Come join us in creating Metaverse Wakayama,
where our city continues to expand beyond its space and environment.
COMPANY
- Company Name
- Yutaka Communications Japan Corporation
- Representative
- Hidezo Toyoda, President and Representative Director
- Established
- 1954
- Business
- General chartered passenger automobile transportation business, general passenger motor vehicle transportation business, Private vehicle operation and management business, domestic and overseas travel business, Metaverse Wakayama
- Official Website
- https://www.yutakacommunications.com/