As part of the initiative with Hyogo Prefecture, which began in October 2023, Kobe Stokes is pleased to invite families in Hyogo Prefecture to a futuristic live viewing event that utilizes the latest technologies such as IOWN and FEEL TECH® at the Kansai Expo event venue in Osaka.
Schedule: October 4 (Turkey) 18:05～ / October 5 (Sunday) 14:05～
*A two-way event will be held with GLION ARENA KOBE from 1pm on October 5th
Venue: Festival Station inside the Kansai Expo venue in Osaka/Kansai Expo
https://www.expo2025.or.jp/expo-map-index/main-facilities/festival_st/
Transmitted by: GLION ARENA KOBE (2-1 Shinkocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe)
Participation fee: Free (no advance reservations) * Customers are responsible for admission to the Expo venue
Release date: From Wednesday, September 3, 2025
Target audience: Preschool children over 4 years old and elementary, junior high and high school students and their companions in Hyogo Prefecture (free of charge) *Lottery system
Capacity: Up to 64 people each day, and a total of 128 people will be invited over two days.
How to apply: From the Hyogo Prefecture application form
URL: https://www.e-hyogo.elg-front.jp/hyogo/uketsuke/form.do?id=1755584694370
Application deadline: Wednesday, September 17th, 17:00
Winning notification: Hyogo Prefecture notifies only winners of the event on Wednesday, September 24th.
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Kobe stokes Futuristic Live Viewing: A Closer Look at the IOWN & FEEL TECH® Event
To further illuminate the specifics of this exciting initiative,let’s break down the key details in an easy-to-digest format:
Event at a Glance: Key Highlights
| Feature | Details |
| ——————- | ————————————————————————————————————————————— |
| Event Name | IOWN × FEEL TECH® futuristic Live Viewing |
| Dates & Times | October 4 (Turkey) 18:05～ / October 5 (Sunday) 14:05～ (Two-way event with GLION ARENA KOBE from 1pm on october 5th) |
| Venue | Festival Station inside the kansai Expo venue in osaka/Kansai Expo (official Expo 2025 Website) |
| Transmitted by | GLION ARENA KOBE (2-1 Shinkocho, Chuo-ku, Kobe) |
| Target Audience | Preschool children (4+ years old) through high school students and their companions residing in Hyogo Prefecture. |
| Participation Fee | Free (excluding Expo venue admission) |
| Capacity | Up to 64 people per day, for a total of 128 attendees over the two days. |
| Submission | via Hyogo Prefecture application form (application Form URL) |
| application Deadline | Wednesday, September 17th, 17:00 |
| Winning Notification| Winners notified by Hyogo Prefecture on Wednesday, September 24th.|
SEO-Friendly Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
This section addresses common questions to help potential attendees and other stakeholders understand the event in detail and maximize its search visibility.
Q: What is the Kobe Stokes IOWN × FEEL TECH® Futuristic live Viewing event all about?
A: This event, a collaboration between Kobe Stokes and Hyogo Prefecture, offers families in Hyogo Prefecture a unique prospect.It features live viewing using cutting-edge technologies like IOWN and FEEL TECH® at the Kansai Expo venue in Osaka. This provides an immersive and interactive experience likely incorporating elements of virtual reality, augmented reality, and haptic feedback to create a future-forward atmosphere for the event.
Q: Who is eligible to attend the event?
A: The event is open to preschool children (aged 4 and older) and students from elementary, junior high, and high schools, along with their companions, who reside in Hyogo Prefecture.
Q: Is there a cost to participate?
A: Participation in the live viewing event itself is free of charge. Attendees are, though, responsible for any admission fees required to enter the Kansai Expo venue.
Q: What is the application process?
A: Applications must be submitted through the Hyogo Prefecture application form, accessible at: https://www.e-hyogo.elg-front.jp/hyogo/uketsuke/form.do?id=1755584694370
Q: What is the deadline to apply?
A: The application deadline is Wednesday, September 17th, at 17:00 (Japan Standard Time).
Q: How will I know if I’ve been selected?
A: Only the winners of the lottery will be notified by Hyogo Prefecture. Notifications will be sent out on Wednesday, September 24th.
Q: What technologies are being used in this event?
A: The event leverages the IOWN and FEEL TECH® technologies. while specific applications are not detailed in the declaration, IOWN likely represents advanced telecommunications infrastructure, and FEEL TECH® suggests sensory technology that enhances engagement.
Q: Where is the event being held?
A: The live viewing will take place at the Festival Station within the Kansai Expo venue in Osaka.
Q: What is GLION ARENA KOBE’s role?
A: GLION ARENA KOBE is responsible for transmitting the event,serving as one point of origin for the live content. On October 5th, a two-way event will be held with GLION ARENA KOBE.
