The Future of Community and Mobility Week
Beyond 5G ready showcase
Office for Promotion of New Generation Mobile Communications Systems, Mobile Communications Division, Radio Department, Telecommunications Bureau, Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications
There will be a large-scale exhibition where visitors can experience a virtual city and life of the future made possible by Beyond 5G (6G), the next generation wireless communication technology after 5G. In addition, visitors can learn about cutting-edge technologies directly from researchers through research and development exhibition booths, deepening their understanding of information and communications.
Recorded video available
Exhibition
- Others
- Nature Positive
| Transmission of simultaneous interpretation | Provided |
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| Language of interpretation | Japanese and English |
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Track Programme
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Date of
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2025.05.26[Mon]
2025.06.03[Tue]
10:00 ～ 21:00
(Venue Open 10:00)
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- Venue
- EXPO Exhibition Centre
Programme details
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This exhibition will use the latest technology to allow visitors to experience a future city and life made possible by Beyond 5G (6G), the next generation of wireless communication technology after 5G. There are five experiences in total.
<Future Body> Experience playing catch with a remote person or AI in real time.
<Future Work> Experience a future where communication networks to the moon are open to the general public and time-space synchronization between the moon and the earth is realized.
<Future Nature> Observe how communication systems and digital twins are in operation and remotely controlled robots clean the ocean.
<Future Life> In the future, a system called an orchestrator will play an active role in coordinating various systems in cyberspace. Experience an intuitive industrial simulation in which such an orchestrator is responsible.
<Future Security> A disaster occurs and communication infrastructure is disrupted. Let's help provide stable communication by flying an unmanned aerial vehicle (HAPS) that continues to fly at high altitudes to the disaster area.
In addition, through the research and development exhibition booths, you will be able to learn directly from researchers about the cutting-edge technologies currently being researched.
Reports
【Reflection】
The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications (MIC) held the "Beyond 5G ready showcase" at the EXPO Exhibition Center "WASSE (North)" from May 26 to June 3.
A total of 40,640 visitors attended the nine-day event.
In addition to those who came to the EXPO specifically for the showcase, others had a variety of reasons for visiting, including being interested in it after seeing it on television, in newspapers, online news, or social media posts during the EXPO period, as well as those who stopped by while touring the EXPO site.
<Exhibitions at the On-site Event>
Check-in Area
In the check-in area, we introduced the concept and direction of the next-generation information and communications infrastructure, Beyond 5G, along with a message from the MIC. We also provided an introduction to the showcase's concept, venue layout, and experience.
ZONE 1: Prologue Theater
In ZONE 1, visitors enjoyed a dynamic video presentation on a 180-degree screen.
ZONE 2: Future City Area + Technology Experience Booth
In the Future City area of ZONE 2, an image of a future city in the Beyond 5G era was projected onto the wall.
At the Technology Experience Booth, visitors used AR and other technologies to simulate future life made possible by next-generation communications, such as a lunar base or the remote operation of underwater robots.
ZONE 3: Beyond 5G Development Technology Exhibit
In ZONE 3, researchers explained the latest technologies currently under development that support Beyond 5G using panel displays, videos, and actual devices.
Not only visitors from the communications industry but also families, students, and children gave positive feedback, such as, "I was able to learn about communications technology in an easy-to-understand way," and "The exhibit was in line with the EXPO theme, and it's a shame it's only available for a limited time."
In addition, this event received extensive coverage from a wide range of media outlets, including television, newspapers, and online news, providing an opportunity to promote the event to a wider audience.
For an overview of the event, please see the URL below.
Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications Press Release: "Results of the 'Beyond 5G ready showcase' Event Hosted by the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications at the Osaka-Kansai EXPO"
https://www.soumu.go.jp/menu_news/s-news/01kiban14_02000705.html
【Post EXPO Initiatives】
The Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications will effectively utilize the knowledge and information gained through the "Beyond 5G ready showcase" to further promote various policies for next-generation information and communications while also contributing to the creation of a legacy for the Osaka-Kansai EXPO.
Future Developments: Disseminating Information at Major Events
As a specific initiative, we will actively disseminate the results of the "Beyond 5G ready showcase" at major events both in Japan and abroad. We have already implemented the following two initiatives and will continue to seize opportunities to disseminate information.
First, we introduced the results of this event at a technology exhibit by Japanese stakeholders that was in conjunction with the 49th ITU-R SG5 WP5D Meeting, held at Kobe Fashion Mart from Tuesday, June 24 to Thursday, July 3, 2025. The technology exhibit was held for three days, from Tuesday, June 24 to Thursday, June 26, 2025, during the meeting period, and it featured digest videos and panels showcasing the events held at the EXPO site.
Next, we set up a booth at the "COMNEXT 3rd Next-Generation Communications Technology & Solutions Expo," Japan's leading telecommunications exhibition, held at Tokyo Big Sight from July 30 to August 1, 2025. We showcased our efforts through digest videos, panels, and materials explaining the implementation results, and we distributed them to attendees from the communications industry and other sectors.
■Continued Virtual Experience
To enable even more people to experience the appeal of the "Beyond 5G ready showcase," we are continuing to hold a "Virtual Event" that allows visitors to easily experience the same content as the On-site Event online. This virtual experience provides an opportunity to experience a glimpse of future communications technology, regardless of time or location. The experience will be available until Monday, October 13, 2025, the closing date of the Osaka-Kansai EXPO. Through these activities, the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications will further build momentum for the arrival of the Beyond 5G era.
The Future of Community and Mobility Week
Beyond 5G ready showcase
There will be a large-scale exhibition where visitors can experience a virtual city and life of the future made possible by Beyond 5G (6G), the next generation wireless communication technology after 5G. In addition, visitors can learn about cutting-edge technologies directly from researchers through research and development exhibition booths, deepening their understanding of information and communications.
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2025.05.26[Mon]
10:00～21:00
(Venue Open 10:00)
- EXPO Exhibition Centre
- * Programme times and content are subject to change. Any changes will be announced on this website and via the ticket booking system.
- * The schedule is subject to change depending on the organiser's circumstances.
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