Department of Policy Informatics

The Regional Policy Research Group is a place for undergraduate students aiming to pass the civil service exam to learn and interact, and through various projects they deepen their understanding of social issues and generate new ideas that lead to problem solving.

Developing games that allow participants to experience social issues
We plan and create games with the aim of making people feel that local issues and local government financial issues are personal issues and thinking about specific measures to revitalize the community. We hold game-style workshops for students and local people.

Creating a map to introduce the area's attractions and evacuation routes
Through fieldwork, students will gather information to be included on the map and develop a concept. Students will then come up with a design based on the concept and create it using an online app. Students will gain a broader perspective through the skills to give shape to their image and through collaboration with other fields.

We are working to use technology to make problems with government services and social issues visible and to solve them. In addition to promoting the appeal of the town to local residents through the media, we are exploring ways to solve various issues faced by government agencies.

Introducing the city's charms with the Sound AR system

Using Sony Corporation's Sound AR service "Locatone™", we have created content that allows you to experience an audio-guided walking tour of the city. The content introduces the charms of the area that students discovered through their field research.

We produce projection mapping as a form of digital content to promote the appeal of the region. By making full use of our professional environment, you can learn a wide range of skills, including planning, scriptwriting, photography, illustration, and editing.

Participated in the Tokyo International Projection Mapping Awards

We participated in the Tokyo International Projection Mapping Awards, Japan's largest projection mapping contest, and our work was projected on the outer wall of the Tokyo Big Sight Conference Building during the final screening. By participating in such a high-level, practical event, we were able to raise our awareness as creators.