The first snow in Shibuya? Let's go see Japan's largest Christmas tree at 42.8m! "Virtual Shibuya au 5G X'mas"

A warm message from a real Santa Claus (*1) and an invitation to Finland!
Collaboration events with super popular characters and wonderful gifts such as travel tickets and limited goods from 25 companies that liven up Shibuya!

*1: Santa Claus officially recognized by the Finnish Tourism Board
* Japan's largest Christmas tree: Shibuya 5G entertainment project secretariat investigation

The "Shibuya 5G Entertainment Project", which is composed of participating companies centered on KDDI Corporation, Future Design Shibuya, and the Shibuya Tourism Association, is an official distribution platform of Shibuya Ward "Virtual Shibuya" and a special site. From December 20th to 25th, we will hold a virtual event "Virtual Shibuya au 5G X'mas" with the keyword "#StayTogether" in line with the situation of 2020, which has been shaken by the corona disaster.

Virtual Shibuya au 5G X'mas Official Website:
https://xmas.shibuya5g.org

Virtual Shibuya was opened to the public in May 2020 as Japan's first "local government-approved" virtual space, and is one of Japan's largest distribution platforms that has been experienced by a total of 450,000 people to date.
Such virtual Shibuya will evolve further this winter and will hold a Christmas event in virtual space. Starting December 20th, virtual Shibuya will host talk shows with wonderful guests and collaboration events with companies.

During the period, in addition to the beautiful snowy scenery in the city of Virtual Shibuya, Japan's largest Christmas tree will also appear, and avatars will be able to arrange Christmas.
And now that the temporary suspension of GoTo travel has been announced as a "gift", which is also the theme of this time, 25 companies that said, "I want to brighten up Japan from Shibuya", ANA travel tickets and "SHIBUYA SKY" We will also carry out a gift project where you can receive luxurious gifts such as admission tickets.

Also, on the 24th and 25th, there will be a gift game where you can win round-trip air tickets to Finland from Santa Claus, the home of Finland! You can also see a warm message from Santa Claus to everyone who came to visit Virtual Shibuya.

Enjoy Christmas in virtual Shibuya this winter while avoiding the "Three Cs".

本場フィンランドのサンタクロースから、日本のみんなへメッセージ⛄

“Merry Christmas! Dear Japanese people, I am sorry that I cannot go to Japan this Christmas, but instead I have prepared a special gift for you.

For two days on December 24th and 25th, we will deliver the virtual space “Gift from Virtual Shibuya” officially recognized by Shibuya Ward. I hope you will enjoy this holy night with your family, lovers and friends.
I look forward to the day when I can meet you all again. Please come visit us in Finland! ”

 

Virtual Shibuya au 5G X'mas opening event
"Virtual Shibuya au 5G X'mas OPENING TALK SHOW"

December 20th (Sun) 17:00~18:00
Distribution method: YouTube (https://youtu.be/QvkUBK-W7X0)

Chinatsu Wakatsuki will be the MC and invite YOU as a guest to hold a "Virtual Shibuya au 5G X'mas" talk show event.
In addition to memorable episode talks related to "Christmas" and "gifts", there are also "various" love "consultations" sent by viewers!
In addition, the MV of the new song "Here Forever" written by Emma Wallin, an up-and-coming singer-songwriter who is attracting attention around the world, for "Virtual Shibuya" will be unveiled for the first time. In addition, a limited remix version of "Virtual Shibuya" by FPM Tomoyuki Tanaka will be released at the same time.

At the end of the talk show, Mr. YOU and Mr. Wakatsuki each announced the theme of this time, “Gift”! By posting with the specified hashtag on SNS during the period from 20th to 25th, you will have a chance to get it!

About the songs provided for "Virtual Shibuya au 5G X'mas"

EMMA WAHLIN is an up-and-coming singer-songwriter who is drawing attention from all over the world. With multinational roots in America, Sweden, and Japan, she wrote a new song "Here Forever" about Shibuya for "Virtual Shibuya". In addition, a limited remix version of "Virtual Shibuya" by FPM Tomoyuki Tanaka will also appear.

In 2018, as a next-generation singer wrapped in a mysterious veil while hiding her beauty, she attracted attention with her debut song "Can't Have" with only a clear singing voice, and "Early Noise 2019", where Spotify picks up the expected newcomer. elected to After that, more than 6 million streaming playbacks, "Make A Move" which became a global tie-up to the Netflix original drama "Another Life", and "Technicolor", which unveiled her appearance for the first time in the MV, are like a Cinderella story. Emma Wallin's latest song, which runs up the stairs to, is familiar to the ear like Western pop music of yesteryear, and the moderate tempo and bell tone make it a pop song that excites the Christmas mood.

This song will be released at the Christmas event "Virtual Shibuya au 5G X'mas" held on the official distribution platform "Virtual Shibuya" from December 20th to 25th and on the official website.

 

Netflix Presents "Alice in Borderland" Special Screening @ Netflix Cinema

December22 (Tue) 18:00/19:00/20:00/21:00

At the movie theater "Netflix Cinema" on the virtual Shibuya, a special screening of the first episode of the Netflix original series "Alice in Borderland", which is attracting worldwide attention, has been decided. Enjoy the blockbuster Netflix presents on an exceptional scale this winter in the middle of the same scrambled intersection as the drama stage! By all means, go to another movie theater in Shibuya on a holy night.
© Haro Aso / Shogakukan / ROBOT

Chico solves simple questions about Shibuya!
"Virtual with everyone! NHK Christmas Show"

Wednesday, December23, 19:00-19:45

NHK's popular programs gather in virtual Shibuya! Chico-chan from “Chico-chan scolds me!”, legendary rock star Yokoyaman from “Bitworld”, TV warriors Genta and Benio from “Genius TV-kun hello,” will perform a unique Christmas stage.
Chiko-chan's debut song "Scolding!"

Special DJ set "Very Merry X'mas from FPM"

December 25 (Fri) 21:00-22:30
Delivery URL: https://youtu.be/TfJQMrsqgKo
On December 25th (Friday), FPM Tomoyuki Tanaka will deliver a special DJ set "Very Merry X'mas from FPM".

Gift planning

An invitation to Finland from the real Santa Claus!?
"Gift from Santa Claus"

December 24th (Thursday) – December 25th (Friday)

I'm looking forward to getting a wonderful present from the authentic Finnish Santa Claus who couldn't come to Japan this year due to Corona.
In one of the many gift boxes in Virtual Shibuya, there is a box containing an application ticket for a gift from Santa. Take a picture and upload it to SNS, and Santa Claus will present a Finnish airline ticket to the selected person!

Cooperation: Finland Tourism Board, Finnair, Finn Corporation

 

"Gifts from Shibuya" where you can get gifts from 25 companies, such as travel tickets and limited goods, to everyone who has overcome a difficult year.

December 20 (Sun) – December 25 (Fri)

For everyone who worked hard this year, 25 companies centered on major commercial facilities in Shibuya and companies participating in the Shibuya 5G Entertainment Project, who gathered with the desire to make the world brighter from Shibuya, will give wonderful gifts such as travel tickets. I have prepared
Anyone can easily apply by taking a photo at the photo booth in Virtual Shibuya and posting it on SNS with the designated hashtag.

<List of providers>
Shibuya Ward, KDDI Corporation, Future Design Shibuya, General Incorporated Foundation Shibuya Tourism Association, ANA Holdings Co., Ltd., kakimoto Arms, Live Nation Japan LLC, Netflix Inc., Casio Computer Co., Ltd., Sapporo Beer Co., Ltd., Jwave Co., Ltd., KADOKAWA Co., Ltd., Shibuya 109 Entertainment Co., Ltd., Xing Co., Ltd., Shibuya Television Co., Ltd., Directions Co., Ltd., TV Asahi Co., Ltd., Transit General Office Co., Ltd., Fuji Television Network, Inc., Playbrain Co., Ltd. Bay Cruise, Mixi Co., Ltd., Seibu Shibuya Store, Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd., Tokyu Corporation

Netflix original series "Alice in Borderland" "Game Challenge"

December20 (Sun)-December 25 (Fri)

Netflix original series "Alice in Borderland" "Gem Challenge" will be held.
Just clear the "Shinkei Suijaku" on the special site within the time limit. If you succeed, you will be given a [visa] to apply for limited goods, and if you fail, you will be "game over".
If you clear it within the time limit and apply on Twitter, you will be presented with a lottery of luxurious prizes related to "Alice in the Boundary".
© Haro Aso, Shogakukan/ROBOT

photo spot

Japan's largest Christmas tree at 42.8m (Shibuya) appears in virtual space!

A huge Christmas tree, which is also a big feature of this time. The height of 42.8m is associated with Shibuya, and if it appears in the real world, it will be the tallest in Japan.
You can climb the block at the foot of the tree decorated with beautiful ornaments. A “new” scenic spot where you can look around the scramble crossing!?

Take a commemorative photo in front of Hachiko, a collaboration photo spot with "Alice in the Borderland", "NHK Characters", and "Virtual Shibuya Ward Mayor"!

Christmas-themed avatars, Santa and a cute snowman with a photo of their face appear!