[Shuya Co., Ltd.] Bringing the reality of apparel to the world of VR avatars! “1st Digital Apparel Design Contest” entry acceptance begins
Shuya Co., Ltd. Press release: January 15, 2025 Bringing the reality of apparel to the world of VR avatars! Entries accepted for “1st Digital Apparel Design Contest” The virtual world is connected to the real world. People’s lives, such as encounters and partings, laughter and tears, are here.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/104990/63/104990-63-b8d27fb0d3e306b64d76d63452e22b82-1280×670.png Juya Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tachikawa City, Tokyo, President: Kazuyuki Shimizu) and portfolio EC “ENRAI” (https://enraise.net/)” In line with the ever-evolving world of virtual fashion, we have started accepting entries for the “1st Digital Apparel Design Contest,” which aims to transfer the reality of real apparel to the world of VR avatars. What is the “Digital Apparel Design Contest”? In the VR world, just like in the real world, a culture of enjoying fashion by combining various costumes with avatars is emerging. The Digital Apparel Design Contest aims to transfer the reality of apparel to the world of VR avatars. In this contest, we are looking for associates and partner corporations with apparel knowledge and creative ideas who would like to explore the world of virtual apparel together. We intend to develop this contest into a contest that will continue for many years to come. The first installment will be about the 3D fashion design software “CLO (https://www.clo3d.com/ja/). Overview of “1st Digital Apparel Design Contest” ・Entry period January 15, 2025 – March 31, 2025 23:59 ・Selection period First screening: April 2025 Revision acceptance period: Early May 2025 (for those who passed the first screening) Final review: Mid-May 2025 to early June 2025 * Those who pass the first screening will receive comments from the judges and will proceed to the final screening. You can revise your work and resubmit it when proceeding to the final judging. The final screening will be judged, including the fixing products. ・Announcement of screening results Early June 2025 ＜Recruitment summary＞ Concept I want to look stylish even virtually! Production Cocktail dress that looks great in the VR world *Submitted data is CLO project file and rendering data Production rules 3D fashion design software “CLO” must be used * During production, a production kit for this contest will be distributed. Please check the application guidelines for “ENRAI” for how to obtain it. Award Grand Prize (1 person) – Prize money of 100,000 yen – Consideration of virtual productization – Turning a one-of-a-kind item into a real costume – Video distribution at “Kotobukiya Akihabara Hall Large Vision” >- Article published on Juya’s official page and “ENRAI” – Illustration exhibition at “Hobby Sphere” Excellence Award (2 people) – Prize money of 50,000 yen – Consideration of virtual productization – Video distribution at “Kotobukiya Akihabara Hall Large-Scale Vision” – Article published on Toshiya official page and “ENRAI” – Illustration exhibition at “Hobby Sphere” Honorable Mention (7 people) – Video distribution at “Kotobukiya Akihabara Hall Large Vision” – Article published on Juya official page and “ENRAI” – Illustration exhibition at “Hobby Sphere” Judge Yoyogi Co., Ltd. Yuka and Alpha Co., Ltd. Hobby Japan Co., Ltd. Adastria Co., Ltd. CLO Virtual Fashion Japan YOYOGI MORI Application qualifications Students attending schools in Japan *Minors may participate with the consent of their guardians *Students who are enrolled during the application period and are expected to graduate can also participate Application conditions ・1 to 4 people can apply ・Up to 3 entries per person can be applied ・Use of generation AI is prohibited Application form ・Apply from the portfolio EC “ENRAI” application form ・Project file of the relevant CLO, other necessary images, etc. Kotobukiya Akihabara-kan:
https://www.kotobukiya.co.jp/kotobukiya-shop/detail/akiba/ Portfolio EC “ENRAI”: https://enraise.net/ Hobby Sphere:
https://www.hobbyjapan-vr.com/home-1 *For contest details, please check the URL below. https://enraise.net/notifications/v9uyr64ahr “1st Digital Apparel Design Contest” Sponsor/Cooperating Company Juya Co., Ltd.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/104990/63/104990-63-555998f9efebfe855d4cc2ebea5bebea-2067×630.png Founded in 1953 as a toy store in Tachikawa City, Tokyo. In the late 1980s, the company shifted to become a hobby manufacturer, and currently plans, manufactures, and sells plastic models, figures, miscellaneous goods, etc., and has gained fans of the Kotobukiya brand around the world through active overseas expansion. In recent years, we have focused on creating our own IP (intellectual property rights such as characters), and we are also developing new business fields by forming alliances with various companies, such as providing services in the digital domain using 3D printing technology. Masu.
https://www.kotobukiya.co.jp/ Booklista Co., Ltd.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/104990/63/104990-63-b2c5138c2881c2b488ba4e46994166ba-1000×310.png Under the vision of “Entertainment x Tech (Intellectual Curiosity x Impressive Experience),” Booklista is working on creating new businesses such as the portfolio EC “ENRAI” and the Oshikatsu app “Oshibana.” We also develop various businesses related to e-books as our core business, and provide total support for the comprehensive operation of e-book stores. We will expand our scope to include all types of entertainment and create new value by making full use of digital technology. https://www.booklista.co.jp https://enraise.net/ *“ENRAI” is currently undergoing trademark registration at Booklista Co., Ltd. ＜Cooperation＞ Yuka and Alpha Co., Ltd.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/104990/63/104990-63-5fc18ad7719f6bf14deb5ba9f5c4b097-3900×455.png As a “free apparel CAD manufacturer that is not bound by preconceived notions,” we specialize in developing business software systems that support the apparel industry, and have a history of over 25 years. Utilizing the know-how we have cultivated there, we propose CAD, 3D, CG design, form systems, web systems, etc. It has been installed by more than 6,000 companies in Japan and overseas. As a sole agent in Japan, we provide support for the installation, operation, and operation of CLOs. https://yuka-alpha.com/ https://yuka-alpha.com/clo/ CLO Virtual Fashion Inc.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/104990/63/104990-63-11fc43e41baa894abace473c04c4f93c-2800×1000.png “Changing the world with virtual garments.” CLO Virtual Fashion leverages its unique technological capabilities regarding 3D clothing simulation algorithms to create the tool “CLO” optimized for 3D clothing production, and the platforms “CLO-SET” and “CONNECT” that create greater value through communication through 3D clothing. We provide an endless ecosystem that realizes DX in the fashion industry. Using 3D technology, we aim to create a world where anyone can enjoy fashion while traveling between reality and any virtual space. Based on CLO’s global experience, CLO Virtual Fashion Japan proposes initiatives for the Japanese market that utilize 3D data to build business processes and expand the value of fashion.
http://www.clo3d.com/ *What is “CLO”? 3D clothing simulation software for apparel developed by CLO Virtual Fashion Inc. (Korea). Achieving unprecedented delicate detail expression and reality, it reproduces the image you envision in 3D with intuitive and easy-to-use
operability. This reduces the need for physical samples and shortens planning and production time, resulting in not only cost effectiveness but also ecological, ethical, and sustainable effects. It has a wide range of conversion functions so that one piece of data can be used for multiple purposes, including not only actual size data but also character size for the Metaverse. Hobby Japan Co., Ltd.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/104990/63/104990-63-35636f0c412bd786985e0407d03714e7-1540×650.png Hobby Japan Co., Ltd. is a comprehensive hobby company that operates in publishing, retail, hobby products, analog game development and sales, web media, and character development. We also operate a VR museum called Hobby Sphere. https://hobbyjapan.co.jp/ *What is “Hobby Sphere” Recreate real hobby products, painted examples and dioramas created by professional modelers in 3D space! Not only can you pick it up and look at it 360 degrees, but you can also experience the same gimmicks as the actual product, shrink yourself into a model, or warp into a diorama. Enjoy the hobby with the effects unique to VR. You can. In addition, a special exhibition featuring the works of creators working in VR, such as avatars and 3D models, is also being held! https://www.hobbyjapan-vr.com/home-1 Adastria Co., Ltd.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/104990/63/104990-63-cf648ab3ad408d8cc41ed92a223a8228-850×213.png Adastria Co., Ltd. (President and CEO: Osamu Kimura) is a casual fashion specialty store chain with over 30 group brands, including Global Work, Nicoand, and Lawry’s Farm, operating approximately 1,500 stores in Japan and overseas. With the mission of “Play fashion!”, we aim to become a “good community co-creation company” that creates new value. https://www.adastria.co.jp/ Sunwell Co., Ltd.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/104990/63/104990-63-ad9b8a94767c46c6016bdf3ac08d293d-2023×388.png Sunwell is a textile trading company that develops a wide range of products by leveraging its partnerships around the world. We are proud of our world-standard quality control, built over more than half a century of history, and deliver products across the ocean to Asia, North America, and Europe. In recent years, we have introduced 3D digital technology and are providing new services by utilizing textile data of approximately 400 product numbers. https://www.sunwell.jp/ YOYOGI MORI
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/104990/63/104990-63-e88a7045f59c47c701364a4894c3fc90-3509×2481.png A circle that disseminates virtual fashion brands created by multiple designers and modelers. In addition to the 3D model production process, creators from various fields participate in the project, including motion and video production. In pursuit of realistic clothing expressions in VR, we are actively collaborating with real apparel brands. In order to realize a VR experience that can be enjoyed safely, we aim to develop 3D models that can be used with confidence by a wide range of age groups.
https://yoyogi-mori.booth.pm/ https://x.com/ym_Virtualwear We are still looking for partner companies for this contest. If you are a company that would like to cooperate or sponsor this contest, please contact us. Inquiries regarding this release [Inquiries regarding the contest] Digital Apparel Design Contest Management Office
https://forms.gle/j188fYdK1Y9aLjXh9
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