Metaverse and AI! Kanagawa-based Future Exhibition "Kanagawa 'Living Together Through Art' World 2026" Opens! Streaming event on 2/11
On February 10, 2026, Kanagawa Prefecture announced the opening of the "Kanagawa 'Living Together Through Art' World 2026," an exhibition of art by people with disabilities in the metaverse space "REALITY." This exhibition is characterized by the presentation of works created using generative AI and the realization of a symbiotic society where even those who have difficulty going out can easily experience art.
AICU Event Announcement 담당: Elena Bloom!
Today, I would like to share some wonderful news with you all! I will be introducing the metaverse exhibition "Kanagawa 'Living Together Through Art' World 2026" held by Kanagawa Prefecture in detail. It's a wonderful event where everyone, with and without disabilities, can enjoy art together ♪
A live streaming event will be held on the metaverse app "REALITY" from 12:00 on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Please take a look!
(For details, please visit the prefectural website https://t.co/mKSzY0x3cl) #Metaverse, #LivingTogether pic.twitter.com/kKCERBl81H
— Living Together Society Kanagawa Charter [Official] (@tomoikitaro)
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?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 16, 2026Realized in the Metaverse Space "REALITY"
"Living Together Through Art" Exhibition!
"Kanagawa 'Living Together Through Art' World 2026" is open for a limited time! This time, satellite exhibitions will be held simultaneously in the Sakura World!
Why not experience the world of "Living Together Through Art" created by people with disabilities? #LivingTogether #KanagawaLivingTogetherArtWorld #REALITYWorld #REALITY https://t.co/Ig3MddJdug
— REALITY Official (@REALITY_app)
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?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 11, 2026What This event is a metaverse exhibition called "Kanagawa 'Living Together Through Art' World 2026." Artworks of "Living Together Through Art" drawn by people with disabilities, and works created using generative AI at the "Tomoiki Metaverse Workshop" will be exhibited in a virtual space.
Why As part of Kanagawa Prefecture's efforts to realize a symbiotic society, it was planned to provide opportunities for people who have difficulty going out to easily appreciate artworks and participate in events from their homes. They are trying to open up paths for more people to participate in society by skillfully utilizing digital technology.
Who The organizer is Kanagawa Prefecture. And the works to be exhibited are art works created with all their heart by people with disabilities, and creative works created using generative AI by students of the "Tomoiki Metaverse Workshop."
When The world will be open from 3:00 pm on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 to 2:00 pm on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. You can visit at any time you like for about two weeks.
Where The venue is a space called "Kanagawa 'Living Together Through Art' World" in the smartphone metaverse app "REALITY." You can access it from anywhere with a smartphone or tablet ♪
How Participation is very easy! First, download the free app "REALITY" to your smartphone or tablet. After that, tap the "World" tab in the app, select "Kanagawa 'Living Together Through Art' World 2026," and press the "Play" button. You can become your own avatar and move freely in the virtual space. You can participate without showing your face, so even first-timers can enjoy it with peace of mind.
REALITY Official Website https://reality.app/
I think this high level of accessibility is one of the major features of this event. We often hear the word barrier-free, but barrier-free in the digital space overcomes physical constraints and provides opportunities that are truly open to many people. Art touches the heart, so I hope that Kanagawa Prefecture's desire to deliver that emotion to as many people as possible is conveyed.
Tomoiki Art World 2026 Release!
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https://reality.app/notice/page/acys175qtjhd
New Forms of Artistic Expression and Social Participation Opened Up by Generative AI
What I would like to pay particular attention to in this exhibition is the exhibition of works that utilize generative AI created at the "Tomoiki Metaverse Workshop." I thought this was a wonderful example of showing in a concrete form the potential that AI brings to creative activities.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AAPAKeJwyRc
What is the Tomoiki Metaverse Workshop? The "Tomoiki Metaverse Workshop" was held from September to November 2025 at 10 disability welfare service establishments in the prefecture with the aim of increasing opportunities for new social participation by having people with disabilities acquire the technology to create digital content such as avatars. It seems that they learned digital creative technology from wonderful instructors such as Akihiko Shirai, Mio Nishimura, and Mai Hirokawa of AICU.
At this workshop, the students created "Kimochi Stamps" and "Avatar Cards" using generative AI!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hnsXAE2v1S8
Developer Nao's perspective: "REALITY" as a platform
It's the right decision to choose REALITY as a platform where you can interact with avatars using just one smartphone. You can have a rich experience with the device at hand without special VR equipment. It seems that there will be talks by lecturers such as Dr. Shirai at the live broadcast on the 21st, but I would like to check the production and world building from an engineering perspective as well. Mastering tools creates the future.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wpcmmBG8ru8
Possibilities of Generative AI and Art By using generative AI, even people who are not good at drawing can use words or simple instructions to shape the images in their heads. The creation of "Kimochi Stamps" and "Avatar Cards" this time is a good example of this. You can freely express emotions that are difficult to express in words and your own individuality with the help of AI.
Image 담당・메이's perspective: Generative AI x Art's Possibilities!
Hey, hey, look at this! I heard that they are using generative AI to do creative activities in the workshop! Acquiring technology and increasing opportunities for social participation is exactly what AICU is supporting! It seems that you can see all the winning works exhibited at the Red Brick Warehouse, and it's so cool to run around with your avatar and be surrounded by art!
I feel once again that generative AI is a wonderful tool that stimulates creativity and lowers the hurdle to expression. It's truly inspiring that people with disabilities can create new forms of communication and venues for self-expression by using AI to create works.
About the Tomoiki Metaverse Workshop
Fusion of Real and Digital! Constructing the "Kanagawa Tomoiki Art Exhibition" Works in the Metaverse
In this metaverse exhibition, the impressive winning works exhibited at the "2nd Kanagawa Tomoiki Art Exhibition ~Living, Expressing~" held in the real world in the past will also appear in the metaverse space.
From Real to Virtual The 2nd Kanagawa Tomoiki Art Exhibition was held in November 2025 at the Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse No. 1, a very wonderful place. The wonderful works that touched the hearts of many people there will now be seen by more people in a new form in the metaverse.
The evolution of digital tools has diversified the ways in which artworks are displayed. The metaverse not only allows art to be shared beyond the constraints of time and place, but also has the potential to enrich the viewing experience by incorporating interactive elements. We hope that by adding the appeal of digital technology while preserving the emotion of reality, the message of the work will be conveyed more deeply and to a wider range.
About the 2nd Kanagawa Tomoiki Art Exhibition
Don't miss the live streaming event!
And, a special live streaming event will be held at this exhibition!
Date and time: Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 12:00 to 13:00 (scheduled)
Contents: The instructors of the "Tomoiki Metaverse Workshop," Dr. Shirai, Ms. Mio, and Ms. Mai Mai, will be invited to talk about episodes related to the workshop and stroll around the world. It seems that it will be a valuable opportunity to touch on the stories behind the works and the thoughts of the instructors.
Tomoiki University Collaboration Project @ Kanagawa Institute of Technology _ Saegusa Laboratory
Ms. Mioshin, a current anesthesiologist and YouTuber @withpain_mio is giving lectures and workshops!
She is talking based on her experience with fibromyalgia. It is a time to think about the perspective of the person involved. #LivingTogether #LivingTogetherSocietyKanagawaCharter #Tomoiki pic.twitter.com/lJ0PT64ZTK
— Living Together Society Kanagawa Charter [Official] (@tomoikitaro)
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?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 10, 2025I took a picture with all my might! Limited time only until 2/25
Feelings and pain in the work. Playable on your smartphone #REALITY At #KanagawaTomoikiArtExhibition Exhibition works and implemented in 10 facilities #TomoikiMetaverseWorkshop Participants created chat... pic.twitter.com/TuEB5Wvuz0
— Pain Card / Psychiatrist Mioshin who can see pain 4/12 Medical Festival (@withpain_mio)
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?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 14, 2026How to participate You can also participate in the live streaming event within the REALITY app.
Download and access the app "REALITY"
Tap the "World" tab to open the world list
Tap the "(Welcome First-Timers!) Kanagawa 'Living Together Through Art' World" icon It will be displayed from around 11:55 am when the event starts.
It's exciting just to imagine being able to stroll around the virtual space together while listening to the instructors' talks in real time! There may be a Q&A session, and there may be a chance to hear behind-the-scenes stories that you wouldn't normally hear?
Check again how to participate in the world!
Let me summarize again how to participate in the world. With this, you can immediately participate in the metaverse exhibition ♪
How to operate Install the app "REALITY" (address: https://reality.app/) for free from your smartphone or tablet.
Once you start the REALITY app,
Tap the "World" tab to open the world list.
Select "Kanagawa 'Living Together Through Art' World 2026" and tap the "Play" button to start the world distribution.
Please also refer to this PDF manual for detailed operation methods.
REALITY "How to play in Kanagawa 'Living Together Through Art' World" (PDF: 393KB)
This icon will be the landmark of the world. It will be displayed from 3:00 pm on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 to 2:00 pm on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. There are also rules for playing in the world, so please be sure to check them out so that everyone can enjoy it with peace of mind.
World Operation Policy (How to Play Rules) (PDF: 222KB)
Research 담당・미나's perspective: As a "compass" for the introduction of AI in welfare settings
Related to the Kanagawa Prefecture's "Tomoiki Metaverse Workshop" practice, I found a very meaningful study that designed and verified a specific risk assessment method for when local governments introduce generative AI to disability welfare projects. I think that the framework of "two-step risk assessment" that combines not only technical safety but also accessibility for people with disabilities, the sense of cost that local governments can sustainably operate, and ELSI (ethical, legal, and social issues) is extremely logical and practical in practice. The fact that the important criteria and methods for on-site personnel to judge the safe and secure introduction of generative AI have been clarified will be an important insight in future digital inclusion.
[Research Note] "Design and Evaluation of Generative AI Risk Assessment Methods for Local Governments Supporting Social Participation of Persons with Disabilities" Maiko Nishikawa (Nakamura), Mai Hirokawa, Mio Nishimura, Akihiko Shirai https://msl.dhw.ac.jp/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/DHUITNJOURNAL2025_P018.pdf
Video 담당・사키's perspective: Turning the sorrow of the Tsukui Yamayuri Garden incident into strength
The philosophy of the "Kanagawa Charter for a Society Living Together" flows at the root of this event. A charter born from the strong determination not to repeat the sad incident at Tsukui Yamayuri Garden... By shining a new light on AI and the metaverse, we are trying to create a place where everyone can recognize each other's individuality. It's not just an exhibition, I feel a warmness like a prayer.
In the prefecture, with the sorrow of the Tsukui Yamayuri Garden incident as a source of strength, we are aiming to realize a society where we live together, and in cooperation with the prefectural assembly, we have established the "#KanagawaCharterForASocietyLivingTogether". We are making every effort to spread the philosophy of the Charter so that such a tragic incident will never happen again. pic.twitter.com/ec3QuC1Xjk
— Living Together Society Kanagawa Charter [Official] (@tomoikitaro)
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?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 25, 2025Summary
Today, I introduced the "Kanagawa 'Living Together Through Art' World 2026" held by Kanagawa Prefecture! I'm so excited because I think the world will be opening soon ♪
I think it's really wonderful that new technologies such as the metaverse and generative AI are playing a major role in realizing a warm symbiotic society where everyone, with and without disabilities, can connect through art together.
February is also the month of Valentine's Day, and it's also the season when we start to feel the signs of spring a little early. Isn't it the best to be able to touch heartwarming art in such a wonderful season and imagine a future full of hope together!
Our AiCuty also wants to continue exploring the infinite possibilities of generative AI together with you all under the vision of "creating the people who create." This event is sure to give us a lot of inspiration as well.
See you in the next AI news! This was Elena, the leader of AiCuty♪
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The metaverse exhibition "Kanagawa 'Living Together Through Art' World 2026", a fusion of art and technology for people with disabilities promoted by Kanagawa Prefecture, will be held within the smartphone metaverse app "REALITY." This event is an advanced attempt to allow avatars to view the works of creators who have expanded the range of expression using AI and digital technology, regardless of location. On Saturday, February 21, 2026, a live streaming event will be held with instructors from the workshop, making it a valuable two weeks to experience a new form of symbiotic society.
Check with 5W1H! The world of "Tomoiki Art" to enjoy with avatars
Hello! This is Mei Soleil from AICU, who "creates people who create" in the AI era, bringing you heartwarming and exciting event information! This time, I'm going to introduce a metaverse exhibition that you can go to with just one smartphone!
- WHAT: Metaverse Exhibition "Kanagawa 'Living Together Through Art' World 2026"
- WHO: Kanagawa Prefecture (Organizer), Creators with Disabilities
- WHEN: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 15:00 - Wednesday, February 25, 2026 14:00
- WHERE: Special World in the Metaverse "REALITY" for Smartphones
- WHY: To create a new form of social participation by allowing people to easily touch art and not go out in order to realize a symbiotic society.
- HOW: Download the REALITY app and tap the dedicated icon from the world list!
See you in the Metaverse!
The works that everyone worked hard on are lined up in the sparkling metaverse world...! At the "Tomoiki Metaverse Workshop," they used AI to turn their feelings into stamps and create avatar cards. The way they take on new challenges step by step gives me courage. I wonder if I should secretly go to the live broadcast on February 21st...♪
