[Toyota Conic Pro Co., Ltd.]
MR* x Mobility x Projection Mapping!? Toyota’s next-generation ride attraction “FUNVE” at CITY CIRCUIT at night
Experience it at TOKYO BAY!
*Toyota Conic Pro Co., Ltd.*
Press release: August 9, 2024
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MR* x Mobility x Projection Mapping!? Toyota’s next-generation ride attraction “FUNVE” at CITY CIRCUIT at night
Experience it at TOKYO BAY!
*― Nighttime event from August 20th (Tuesday) to September 29th (Sunday) for a limited time only! ―*
Toyota Conic Pro Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, President and Representative Director: Yoshiyuki Yamashita, hereinafter “Toyota Conic Pro”) is a MR.
*A next-generation ride-type attraction that combines technology and one-person carts.
“FUNVE” will be sold by TMS Co., Ltd. (Head office: Setagaya-ku, Tokyo, President and CEO: Isao Tanimoto,
“CITY CIRCUIT TOKYO” is an entertainment facility that combines motorsports and technology, operated by Tom’s
BAY (City Circuit Tokyo Bay)” will be introduced for a limited time at night from August 20th (Tuesday) to September 29th (Sunday), 2024.
*Abbreviation for “* M* ixed* R* eality”. A technology that combines and fuses the real world and virtual world to create a space where they interact with each other in real time.
Please experience a new mobility experience where you drive a real cart in a virtual space created in collaboration with Bandai Namco Entertainment’s Pac-Man.
★What is “FUNVE”, an attraction that combines virtual reality and mobility? “FUNVE” is Toyota Motor Corporation
This is a next-generation experiential activity that combines the real and virtual, created by the New Business Planning Department. Users wear MR* glasses (Microsoft HoloLens 2), ride a cart, and experience the virtual space that spreads out in front of them. experience by operating the cart.
The cart itself handles in the same way as a regular car, but also has the ability to be operated intuitively using a joystick.
The initial concept of development was “Fun to Drive for
It was born out of the desire of the development members, many of whom were parents, to create a mobility experience that even children can enjoy. “FUNVE” was born as a mobility device that even children can have fun with, but it is also fun that can be absorbed by anyone, regardless of age or gender. , “Fun” transcends all boundaries. We will continue to make improvements every day, aiming to create a mobility experience that allows you to drive.
* ★First introduction of projection mapping*
At this event, we will implement and introduce projection mapping to “FUNVE” for the first time. familiar
The “Pac-Man” game is projected not only on the player’s “MR* Glasses” but also on the “floor” of the course, allowing your companions and those around you to enjoy it together. Please take this opportunity to visit CITY with your family and friends.
Experience “FUNVE” at CIRCUIT TOKYO BAY.
Players wear MR glasses (HoloLens2) and experience the game
Non-players can watch the game with projection mapping
You can enjoy the gameplay of Pac-Man while riding in a cart. There are two courses, so you can compete with your family and friends for the highest score.
* ★The only circuit track in Tokyo’s 23 wards “CITY CIRCUIT TOKYO BAY” * CITY CIRCUIT TOKYO is an entertainment facility that combines motorsports and technology in the Odaiba area of Tokyo.
BAY”. This event will be held in the indoor EV cart area in one corner. In addition to “FUNVE,” you can experience circuits like never before through driving EV carts on outdoor and indoor courses and simulators.
* ★Trial to verify new possibilities of “FUNVE”*
Toyota Conic Pro, which handles marketing operations for Toyota Motor Corporation and other Toyota Group companies, has introduced “FUNVE” to “CITY CIRCUIT TOKYO.”
By allowing visitors to “BAY” to experience the system, we hope to gather the first-hand opinions of many customers and use it to discover issues and business opportunities for full-scale
implementation. Please look forward to Toyota Conic Pro and TOMS’ new challenges for the future of car mobility.
[Overview of “FUNVE”]
〇Basic information *1
Specifications 4-wheel independent motor control (output 1kw/axis x 4) Total length x width x height approx. 1,550mm x approx. 930mm x approx. 540mm Vehicle weight: Approximately 130kg
Maximum speed approximately 12km/h *2
Charging time
(Normal charging, single phase 100V/6A) Approximately 6 hours (fully charged) *3
*1 The aircraft used in this attraction is a model under development and the color may vary.
*2 When using this attraction, we will limit the speed to a safe speed. *3 The time shown is a guideline, and the charging time will vary depending on the temperature and power supply status.
*Please refer to the homepage for detailed information about “FUNVE”. FUNVE site https://funve-ride.studio.site
[“FUNVE” implementation overview]
〇Place of implementation
* CITY CIRCUIT TOKYO BAY (indoor EV cart area) *
〇Implementation period
*August 20th (Tuesday) – September 29th (Sunday)*
-FUNVE business hours- Normal business hours are in parentheses * ・Mon-Thu: 17:00-20:00* (12:00-20:00)
* ・Fri-Sun: 19:00-22:00* (12:00-22:00)
*There is a limit to the number of people who can experience it each day. *Projection mapping is scheduled to start from 19:00 every day. *Business hours are subject to change. Thank you for your
understanding in advance.
〇Experience time
*About 5 minutes*
*Experience time includes lecture time.
〇Fee
*Nighttime* (Monday-Sunday 19:00~) Daytime (Monday-Thursday 17:00~19:00) Fee * ¥3,000* * ¥2,000*
Specifications Projection mapping* Yes* Projection mapping* No*
〇User conditions
Those who are 7 years old or older and weigh less than 100 kg No driver’s license required.
*Children under the age of 13 require consent from a guardian (over 20 years old).
*Please refer to the website for detailed information on facility overview and activity experiences.
City Circuit Tokyo Bay Official Website https://city-circuit.com/ * -What is City Circuit Tokyo Bay-*
“CITY CIRCUIT TOKYO
BAY (City Circuit Tokyo Bay) is an entertainment facility that fuses motorsports and technology with its grand opening in Odaiba in December 2023. It is planned and operated by TMS as one of the largest urban circuits in Japan centered on EV carts, and the only circuit course (*) within Tokyo’s 23 wards. We will deliver an unprecedented urban circuit experience and e-Motorsports experience through EV cart driving on outdoor and indoor courses and simulators.
*According to TOMS research (as of July 2024), as a motorsports circuit course within the 23 wards of Tokyo.
* [Inquiries regarding City Circuit Tokyo Bay] *
TMS Co., Ltd. Mobility Division
Tel: 03-6380-7799 / Mail: cctb@tomsracing.jp
* [Inquiries regarding this program] *
Toyota Conic Pro Co., Ltd. Public Relations: Yokoshima Person in charge: Miyazaki
Tel: 03-6757-8200 / Mail: tqhp_release@toyotaconiq.co.jp
*Please refrain from publishing the Toyota Conic Pro contact information above in any media.
【Company Profile】
■Company name: Toyota Conic Pro Co., Ltd.
■Established: January 2021 (founded in March 1949)
■Capital: 50 million yen
■Shareholder: Toyota Conic Holdings Co., Ltd. (100%)
-Holdings shareholders: Toyota Motor Corporation (66%), Dentsu Group Inc. (34%)- ■Representative: Yoshiyuki Yamashita, Representative Director and President ■Business content: Marketing services and consulting business for Toyota Motor Corporation and the Toyota Group, etc.
Mobility service business, etc.
■Website: https://toyotaconiq-pro.co.jp
【Company Profile】
■Company name: TMS Co., Ltd.
■Established: February 1974
■Capital: 106 million yen
■Representative: Isao Tanimoto, Representative Director and President ■Business details: Entertainment (racing) business, automobile business, mobility innovation business
■Website: https://www.tomsracing.co.jp/