2017 JAPAN XR HACKATHON, SYMPOSIUM, EXPO AND AWARDS: VIRTUAL REALITY FOR HUMANITARIAN ACTION

The JAPAN VR HACKATHON was launched in 2016 as an effort to bring the industry,the developer community and the public together in a fun and creative forum, and to ultimately promote the growth and application of Virtual, Augmented and Mixed Reality. In 2016 we assembled over 500 attendees in 7 cities and created over 55 projects that were featured worldwide.

 

With the success of the 2016 event, the team behind the hackathon wanted to evolve the event and give it a grander purpose while still promoting the development of VR and AR — now collectively referred to as XR. For this to happen we decided to find synergistic partnerships.

 

A partnership with the International Committee of the Red Cross

In a world mired with conflict we wanted to explore how XR could be utilized to facilitate the mission of humanitarian agencies. The International Committee of the Red Cross answered our call and found common purpose in our shared goals.

A Global community partnership with Silicon Valley Virtual Reality

We wanted to develop a closer and ongoing relationship with the professionals involved in the AR/VR industry. SVVR as the worlds largest and most reputable organization of industry professionals partnered with us and launched SVVR Japan.

Working to give the Public easier Access to XR Technology

Because of our success showing last year’s best projects around the world, we decided to dedicate a full day to an open showcase where anyone could come and experience for themselves the results of the hackathon – a chance for the public to have hands one access to technology.

USD$40,000 Fund Award for XR Hackathon Best Project Award Recipient Announced

赤十字国際委員会のVR技術部門がシードの投資を支援します。

The International Committee of the Red Cross in order to support its humanitarian effort in the field has offered to select and support one of the project from the hackathon it believes has the most potential for helping it achieve its mandate and mission. To this end it will make available a fund equivalent to USD$40,000 to the winning team to take their project to completion so that the ICRC may eventually use it in the field. The recipient of this fund will be announced by the ICRC during the Awards ceremony on June 2, 2017. Details on the administration and awarding of the fund will be discussed with the recipients of the fund.

A Partnership with the ICRC

How can the latest technology be leveraged for the ICRC's Humanitarian Mission

The goal of the ICRC partnership is to explore and promote the development of XR applications and content designed to facilitate the work of humanitarian agencies and build bridges of understanding and cooperation between the ICRC, the VR/AR industry and the professional community. During our symposium we aim to discuss application of XR in the field of humanitarian action in an open forum and explore ancilllary applications of VR/AR in humanitarian action as an educational, communication and awareness building tool. Finally, it is our also our goal to test and validate VR/AR concepts through public evaluation and assessments, and educate the public about the mission of the ICRC through the use of XR during our Expo day. Learn more about the ICRC

XR for Humanitarian Action Symposium

Friday June 30, 2017 | 13:00 - 20:00 @ Mono Telecom Center Odaiba

Please join us for a half day symposium as we explore the application of VR, AR and MR in the work being done by humanitarian organizations. Join Senior members of the ICRC and honored guests from academia, government and NGOs as we attempt to answer some questions.
What is the state of XR in humanitarian action? Who is using it and how?
What are the challenges and rewards of using cutting edge technology for humanitarian work?
What are the realities and limitations of using XR “in the field”?
What are alternative uses of XR? Communication? Social networking? Education and training? What is the future of XR in humanitarian action?

XR Hackathon Expo & Awards

Sunday July 2, 2017 | 12:00 - 17:00 Open to Public @ Startup Hub Tokyo

Join the Japan XR Hackathon's top 20 teams and our sponsors for a day of demos and learn about the work the International Committee of the Red Cross is doing using Virtual Reality. It will be the chance for you to interact with developers and members of the ICRC as well representatives from several XR companies. The event is free to the public and anyone is welcome to join. Following the event a private party will be held to announce the winners of the 2017 Japan XR Hackathon (this part of the event is by invite only).

Noitom VR Lab

The most full featured VR Lab in Tokyo

Noitom VR Lab is located inside Mono at the Telecom Center in Odaiba. Established in 2016, the Noitom VR Lab is the Incubator and Marketing branch of Noitom International, Inc. in Japan. The facility was designed to not only showcase Noitom's latest Motion Capture and VR technology such as Project Alice, Perception Neuron and the new Hi5 VR Glove, but to offer a library of equipment and facilities for developers to use free of charge for their project. Since its inception, the Noitom VR Lab has incubated 6 projects. Currently the Lab has Microsoft Hololens, HTC Vive, Google Daydream, OSVR, Oculus, MSI Backpacks, GTX 1080 Workstations, MOCAP facilities and a lot more.

2017 XR Hackathon Themes
XR for Humanitarian Action

The ICRC: Mandate and Mission

The work of the ICRC is based on the Geneva Conventions of 1949, their Additional Protocols, its Statutes – and those of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement – and the resolutions of the International Conferences of the Red Cross and Red Crescent. The ICRC is an independent, neutral organization ensuring humanitarian protection and assistance for victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence. It takes action in response to emergencies and at the same time promotes respect for international humanitarian law and its implementation in national law.
Below are this year's themes for the Hackathon.

Mine Action

How to train and educate workers on the process of identifying mines and neutralizing them.

First Aid

The ICRC ensures that people affected by conflict can get basic health care that meets universally recognized standards.

Protecting Civilians

The Geneva Conventions and their Additional Protocols prohibit all attacks on civilians and others not taking part in combat, and require that they be protected.

Disability

The ICRC supports people with disabilities worldwide. As well as providing physical rehabilitation services.

Sexual Violence

Sexual violence is prevalent in many modern conflicts. The ICRC is stepping up its efforts to prevent this crime and help the victims.

Water and Habitat

Each year, armed conflict disrupts millions of lives. The ICRC provides water in conflict zones and creates or maintains a sustainable living environment.

Join us as we explore how to best utilize VR, AR and MR for Humanitarian Action.

Register now! Limited Space Available. Participation is FREE!

Join us in 7 cities across Japan and create unique XR experiences.
The JAPAN XR HACKATHON welcomes anyone who is interested in VR, AR or MR.
Participation is free and entry is on a first-come-first-serve basis.

 

The following are the guidelines for participants:
Japanese, English, Chinese, Spanish, French... Any Language Team are Welcome!!!
Individuals or Teams - no limit on team size
16 years old or older
(The Law does forbids anyone younger than 18 to remain overnight and they must return home at curfew)
Any background, employment, or experience level
(Basic programming experience is recommended, but 3D modelers and graphic designers are also welcome to join)
Equipment for use will be provided by the Hackathon
(First-come-first-serve. You are encouraged to bring your own equipment as some of the highly sought after equipment may be in short supply)
Internet access will be provided but may be slow - download all your programs prior to the event
Food and water will also be provided courtesy of our sponsors
Some graphic and other assets will also be offered, but please bring your own too.

東京

TOKYO – ODAIBA
HACKATHON HEADQUARTERS

Mono, Telecom Center Building
East Tower 14F
2-5-10 Aomi, Koto-Ku
Tokyo, Japan 135-00

中国的演讲者将在编程马拉松的支持。

We will have English, Chinese,
French, German, Spanish
speakers at the Hackathon!
Please sign up below!
Everyone is welcome!

Register

大阪

OSAKA
TBA

Coming Soon

広島

HIROSHIMA
Innovation Hub Camps Hiroshima
1-4-3 Kamiyacho Naka-ku
Hiroshima-shi (Fukayville 1F)
Organized by
Hiroshima Student Community

Register

石川

ISHIKAWA
湯nityで神と開発合宿!
Yoshidaya Sanno-kaku
Yamanashi Onsen, Kaga
Ishikawa Prefecture 13-1
(¥10,000 Fee)
#JXRH2017Ishikawa

Register

福岡

FUKUOKA
Fukuoka Institute of Technology
Junior College
Department B Building 5F
Fukuoka prefecture Fukuoka city
Higashi ku Wakojigashi 3-30-1
Organizer:
Fukuoka Motion Control Network

Register

岡山

OKAYAMA

KLab Corporation
Okayama Plant First floor
5-10 Nishiki-cho Kita-ku,
Okayama-shi, Okayama-ken
Organizer:
Okayama Unity Study Group

Register

沖縄

OKINAWA
TBA

Coming Soon

Complete Schedule of Events for Hackathon, Symposium, Expo and Awards

Please bookmark this schedule for updates.
Note the following dates:
XR Hackathon Training Seminars: June 23
XR Hackathon: June 24 - June 25
XR For Humanitarian Action Symposium: June 30
XR Hackathon Expo & Awards: July 2

Registration for Training

17:30 - 18:00


Hitomi Makabe, Christian Rouffaer

International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC)

Presentation by ICRC – Guidelines and Ideas on Hackathon Theme

18:00 - 18:30


Qiuhai He, Tobias Baumann, Richard Borys

Noitom

Noitom Hi5 VR Glove SDK

18:30 - 19:00


Miyu Nishikawa

HTC Japan

Developing with VIVE and VIVE tracker

19:00 - 19:30


Takafumi Kanao

Microsoft

HoloLens Overview – Application Development

19:30 - 20:00


Tobias Baumann

Noitom

Perception Neuron SDK Updates

20:00 - 20:30


Christian Rouffaer

ICRC

ARMA 3 Tutorial

20:30 - 21:00


Hackathon Registration

09:00 - 09:45


Please be on time for registration. Registration is just a formality. This event is free. Please note that if you are under 18 years old you will need to follow Japanese curfew laws.

Takashi Jona

Participant Welcome Speech

09:45 - 10:00


Start of Hackathon

10:00 - 12:59


Judging for XR Hackathon Finalists

15:15 - 18:00


Judges will evaluate all projects in groups starting at 15:15. They will have a chance to meet with each team and experience their work. They will then score them based on criteria described in the hackathon manager.

Announcement of finalists and thank you toast

18:00 - 19:00


We will announce the 20 teams/projects that will be featured at the Expo and Awards show on July 2. From the 20 teams our judges will select the winners in each prize category.

End of Hackathon

18:00 - 19:00


By Invitation Only

Registration: XR for Humanitarian Action Symposium

13:00 - 13:30


Mono, Telecom Center Building East Tower 14F 2-5-10 Aomi, Koto-Ku, Tokyo, Japan 135-0064

Welcome keynote and event introduction

13:30 - 14:00


ICRC上級代表

International Committee of the Red Cross

VR and the International Committee of the Red Cross

14:00 - 14:30


The International Committee of the Red Cross will present an overview of the work they have been doing with VR, AR and MR, and the reception it has garnered both in the field and in the media.

Christian Rouffaer (ICRC), Karl Krantz (SVVR), TBA

VR and Humanitarian Action – A Panel Discusion

14:30 - 16:00


Break

16:00 - 16:15


Question and Answer / Open Floor

16:15 - 17:30


Reception

17:30 - 19:00


Symposium reception and cocktail party. Join the members of the symposium in an informal setting to discuss the topics of the event.

VIP Judging of finalists (not open to public)

09:00 - 12:00


Startup Hub Tokyo Meiji Yasuda Mission Building 2-1-1 Marunouchi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0005, Japan

XR Hackathon Expo – Open and Free to the Public

12:00 - 17:00


30 experiences by Hackathon participants will be available for experiencing. Sponsors will also have tables for information.

Awards and VIP Party (By invitation only)

17:00 - 19:00


Please note the awards and VIP party is by invitation only. We have limited space.

XR for Humanitarian Action

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Join our family of industry sponsors who support XR development throughout Japan.

Platinum

$8,000

  • Training Seminar
  • Dedicated Award
  • 10 VIP Invites
  • Promo Table
  • Logo on Poster
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Gold

$5,000

  • 5 VIP Tickets
  • Promo Table
  • Logo on Website
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Silver

$1,000

  • 3 VIP Invites
  • Logo on Website
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Bronze

$500

  • 1 VIP Invites
  • Logo on Website
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Be part of our incredible sponsors that support building a community of XR developers in Japan and help create push the limits of our technology.
We area always looking for any type of help. Volunteer or support us in any way and make lots of new friends - this is a community effort!

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