Open Call for Field Trials

This open call program for field trials is implemented under our 2030 vision: “At Miraikan, together with you, we “Open the Future””
The program aims to enable broad public participation in cutting-edge research and development by conducting open field trials of ongoing research and product and service development at Miraikan, utilizing participant feedback to advance development and social implementation.

Phase 1 Selected Programs

Field Trial of Universal Guide App Using Generative AI for Optimal Exhibition Experience Service for All

Universal guide app using generative AI to provide optimized information through multilingual text, audio, and images tailored to users' ages, disabilities, and language differences. It demonstrates assured information services in exhibition experiences.

Kitamura Yukihiro

Universal Center Director, NHK Global Media Services, Inc.

Field Trial of Pedestrian Flow Control Using Spatial, Immersive Visual Presentation on Multiple Digital Signages

We will conduct an experiment to evaluate the effectiveness of visual presentations in controlling pedestrian flow using multiple digital signages installed in an urban area. The results will contribute to facilitating evacuation guidance and alleviating congestion in public spaces.

Mikawa Yuri

Research Associate, Sensory Representation Research Group, Human Information Science Laboratory, NTT Communication Science Laboratories

Field Trial of a New Interpersonal Service by a Robot Using Generative AI Technology and Image Recognition

Demonstrates a human-interaction guidance service using an autonomous mobile robot. Evaluates AI-driven natural conversation and service provision and the effectiveness of image recognition technology, and verifies the enhancement of convenience and comfort for facility users, as well as the potential for a new workforce.

Takehara Hisao

JAL Digital Co.,Ltd.

Field Trial for the Value Validation and Social Acceptance of Hanamoflor: A Child-Type Attentive Presence Robot for Children

Conducting a field trial focusing on childcare and education use cases, primarily targeting preschool children, using a child-type attentive presence robot "Hanamoflor". In addition to evaluating user value through experience, verifies social acceptance of a robot symbiotic society.

Sodeyama Yoshinao

Project Leader, Hanamoflor PJ, Motion AI Development, Technology Development Division, Business Development Platform, Sony Group Corporation

Construction and Field Trial of a Co-Creative Science Communication Model between Human and AI Using AI Clone Technology

Develops an AI clone of a science communicator to conduct field trials on new dialogue methods beyond physical and temporal constraints. Constructs a co-creative communication model between humans and AI by feeding back the dialog experiences of the AI clone to the individual.

Kasahara Shunichi

Researcher, Sony Computer Science Laboratories / Visiting Researcher, Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST)/ JST PRESTO Researcher

Field Trial of Art Methods Connecting Diverse People and Society Using Smartphone Software “Ku-kan Gakki (Spatial Instruments)”

Demonstrates musical sessions in which various unspecified people participate by scanning QR codes from their smartphones using audio-synchronizing software “Ku-kan Gakki (Spatial Instruments)”. It verifies the potential of technology + art to overcome "undesired loneliness and social isolation."

Furukawa Kiyoshi

Professor, Department of Intermedia-Art, Tokyo University of the Arts

Scaling of Service Robotics Combining Teleperation and Robot Foundation Models

Conduct field trials of services provided by robot teleoperation and automation technology. Participants' experiences and teleoperation data will be used as learning data for the robot foundation model, leading to improvements in usability and advances in automation research and development.

Matsushima Tatsuya

Project Assistant Professor, Graduate School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo / CTO, AI Robotics Association

Past Examples

Autonomous Mobile Robot

Permanent exhibition

This field trial featured a robot that learns about its surrounding environment and moves autonomously. The robot moves while using sensors to detect and avoid people and obstacles, collecting navigation data to adapt to its environment.

Artificial Intelligence Research Center, AIST

AI Suitcase

Permanent exhibition

This field trial featured an autonomous navigation robot that assists people with visual impairments in mobility. We collected participant feedback and navigation data through tour experiences in the permanent exhibition.

Consortium for Advanced Assistive Mobility Platform (CAAMP)

Sushi Made with 3D Food Printer

Lobby on 5th floor

Visitors sampled sushi toppings created using a 3D food printer. We evaluated not only the technology, but also the potential, expectations, challenges, and social acceptance of future food systems.

Soft & Wet matter Engineering Laboratory (SWEL), Yamagata University