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Osaka [Japan], June 3 (ANI): At the Osaka Kansai Expo, the impressive NTT pavilion showcased IOWN technology, enabling experiences that transcend time delays and distance.Its high speed, large capacity, and energy efficiency make this possible.The Japanese pop group Perfume, who also performed at the 1970 Expo, appears in 3D at the 2025 Expo.
Taiga Yoshida, NTT, said, “This device uses lasers to measure 3D shapes and can transmit the resulting 3D point cloud data from a distant location to this site. The goal of this technology is to create experiences that feel as if we are physically present in that remote place. On this screen, the landscape of the distant location is reproduced and can be viewed from multiple angles.”
An “alternate version of me” from the audience appears on the screen. A photo of the audience member is processed by AI to display either an aged or younger version of themselves. The AI system is located remotely, far from the screen.Between them, IOWN technology provides a fast, high-capacity, and energy-efficient connection.Katsuhiko Kawazoe, Senior Executive Vice President, NTT, said, “The IOWN plan still has surplus capacity available for further development. The ultimate goal is to achieve energy savings of 100th of current levels.
Currently, IOWN is steadily progressing toward this final goal. So far, we have focused on three pillars: energy saving, large capacity, and minimal delay. Now, NTT has added a fourth pillar– “Beyond Digital.” While digital technology is very important today, it does not fully cover the entire globe. Only certain understandable parts of the technology are extracted and used by humans.
To advance further, it is necessary to go beyond current digital technology. This new fourth pillar will guide research and development over the next five years”.IOWN and NTT technologies are continuously advancing, aiming for the next stage of development. It feels like the dawn of a revolution in both industry and social life. (ANI)
NTT showcases cutting-edge technology at Osaka Kansai World Expo
Osaka [Japan] June 3 (ANI): The Osaka Kansai World Expo was recently held in Japan, serving as a global platform to showcase the cultures, arts, and technologies of various countries. At the event, leading Japanese Information and Communication Technology firm NTT presented its cutting-edge IOWN technology.
This technology enabled seamless, real-time communication between Japan and Taiwan, offering high capacity and enhanced energy efficiency. NTT also contributed to a digital adaptation of the Kabuki play Senbon Zakura (“A Thousand Cherry Trees”), which featured a fusion of the virtual performer Hatsune Miku with live stage actors.
Katsuhiko Kawazoe, Senior Executive Vice President, NTT, said, “This digital Kabuki performance marks its 10th show since it began in 2016. At that time, most of the audience consisted of elderly viewers. To spark interest in Kabuki among younger generations, NTT proposed a performance enhanced by its advanced technology. I will never forget the first event in 2016.
Many young people gathered, primarily to see the digital character Hatsune Miku. But after the performance, many of them were moved to tears. I asked one group, “Was it impressive?” They replied, “I realised I was deeply moved by Kabuki itself–that’s why I wept.” I will never forget that response.
It confirmed for me that young people can indeed be emotionally touched by Kabuki when given the opportunity to experience it in a way that resonates with them.”” The most advanced performance featured a simultaneous, collaborative presentation by Japan and Taiwan, with real performers and virtual characters appearing together on a single screen. Ordinarily, internet connections introduce a delay of several seconds. However, thanks to IOWN technology, this performance was achieved with no noticeable delay.
Katsuhiko Kawazoe, Senior Executive Vice President, NTT, said, “I recognise that it was successful in reducing network delay and overcoming the limitations of distance. In addition, a key goal of IOWN development is to help protect the global environment by reducing energy consumption to one-hundredth of current levels–this is the ultimate objective.
At the Expo, NTT incorporated this technology and successfully reduced energy usage to one-eighth of conventional levels”. Advancements in technology are bringing unprecedented experiences to human social life, and NTT is showcasing these innovations to visitors. (ANI)
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