Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG)
[TMG] SusHi Tech Square to open, starting its first phase exhibition soon, presenting innovative solutions for modern urban challenges
2023.08.04
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The Tokyo Metropolitan Government (TMG) is proud to announce the initial opening of “SusHi Tech Square” on August 30. The “SusHi Tech Tokyo”, or “Sustainable High City Tech Tokyo” concept is being promoted by TMG to produce “sustainable new value” in the city through cutting-edge technology, diverse ideas, and digital know-how. The first phase of the exhibition, which will be on the first floor, will include interactive media and other creative content. Additional floors will be opening later. Please see below for details.
【Outline】
■SusHi Tech Square
Location: SusHi Tech Square
(3-8-3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, the former Tokyo Sports Square)
Date: 1st Floor opening - Wednesday, August 30, 2023
2nd and 3rd Floor opening – During the autumn (planned)
Outline: The facility will be used as a space to communicate and implement new ideas in an integrated manner to promote SusHi Tech Tokyo
□ 1st floor “Space”
- This will offer an area for free activity with rich creative content such as the “Real World Only” space for
experiential media art.
- It will feature exhibits on the legacy of the Tokyo 2020 Games
- Hands-on exhibits introducing the rich natural environment and wildlife of Tokyo will also be included
- A plaza surrounded by the above exhibits will serve as a unique venue for workshops, lectures, project
pitches, etc.
□ 2nd and 3rd floor “Tokyo Innovation Base
- This will be a base for startups and other diverse groups to interact and innovate through exchange and
implementation.
*About SusHi Tech Tokyo
The Tokyo Metropolitan Government is promoting "Sustainable High City Tech Tokyo = SusHi Tech Tokyo" to the world, using cutting-edge technology, diverse ideas, and digital know-how to create "sustainable new values" to overcome global urban challenges. By developing Tokyo's strengths and potential under a single brand, we will share Tokyo’s values throughout the international community.
https://www.seisakukikaku.
■SusHi Tech Square Opening
Concept: Promoting SusHi Tech Tokyo through ‘communication’ and ‘implementation’
Facility Outline:
【Address】
3-8-3 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo-to, the former Tokyo Sports Square
【Transit Access】
・JR Yamanote, Keihin Tohoku Line: 1 minute walk from the Kyobashi Exit of Yurakucho Station
・Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line: Immediately outside for Exit D9 of Yurakucho Station
・Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line: 3 minute walk from Exit 1 of Ginza-itchome Station
*The red-roofed building is located across the street from the Tokyo Kotsu Kaikan building.
*Please see the attached images for building exterior and floorplan.
■1st Floor: “Space” an area for free activities
Outline: Promoting rich creative contents and enhancing SusHi Tech Tokyo
<Example of Programs to be Implemented>
・“Real World Only” Exhibition for experiential media art
・Exhibition of products and services to solve urban issues
・Exhibitions planned in collaboration with organizations such as Civic Creative Base Tokyo (CCBT)
as well as other creative hubs and universities
・Exchanges through workshops and talks with creators
Opening Period: Wednesday, August 30, 2023
Details:
・Entry fee: free
・Hours of Operation: Tuesday through Friday 11:00am - 9:00pm
・Saturdays and Holidays 10:00am – 7:00pm
・Closed: Every Monday, New Years holidays, periods when exhibits are being changed
・Entry Procedures: Individuals with reservations will have priority (same-day reservations are available);
groups must have reservations
*Reservation procedures will be announced at a later date
About the Experiential Media Art Exhibition
Themes will be set and exhibited during set time periods
1st Phase: (August 30 – November 19) “¿Will my body turn into mind?” exhibit will take place.
Website: https://sushitech-real.metro.
■Tokyo 2020 Games Legacy Exhibition and Competition Experience
・Includes exhibits that will allow visitors to experience the legacy of each stage of the Tokyo 2020 Games, from the bidding process to the preparations for hosting, the opening and closing ceremonies, and the sports competitions themselves. The exhibit will also include a hands-on photo spot, and an Olympic and Paralympic Games experience corner that will use digital technology to allow visitors of all ages to enjoy the events.
■Understanding Tokyo’s Nature and Wildlife – an Exhibition of Hands-on Experiential Content
・ The exhibition will feature interactive digital content such as a video shot with a 360° un-derwater camera all along the Tama River, showing the diversity of nature in Tokyo and the world of unknown creatures that live all around us.
【Contacts】
(About SusHi Tech Tokyo in general)
Mr. SAKAMOTO
Policy Research Section, Policy Division, Office of the Governor for Policy Planning
TEL: 03-5388-2036
E-mail: S0014801(at)section.metro.
(About SusHi Tech Square, 1st Floor (Space))
Mr. OHASHI
Policy Research Section, Policy Division, Office of the Governor for Policy Planning
TEL: 03-5388-2036
E-mail: S0014801(at)section.metro.
(About SusHi Tech Square, 1st Floor (The Legacy of the Tokyo 2020 Games))
Ms. HIRANO
Sports Legacy Utilization Section, Comprehensive Sports Promotion Division, Bureau of Citizens, Culture and Sports
TEL: 03-5388-2247
E-mail: S1120716(at)section.metro.
(About SusHi Tech Square, 1st Floor (The Environment and Wildlife of Tokyo))
Mr. ONO
Planning Section, Natural Environment Division, Bureau of Environment
TEL: 03-5388-3548
E-mail: S0000631(at)section.metro.
(About SusHi Tech Square, 2nd and 3rd Floor(Tokyo Innovation Base))
Mr. MIURA
Startup Promotion Section, Startup Promotion Division, Office for Startup and Global Financial City Strategy
TEL: 03-5388-2135
E-mail: S1130102(at)section.metro.
