Longest continuously running micromouse event in the world What: 31st All Japan Micromouse Robot CompetitionWhere: TsukubaWhen: November 20-21st, 2010URL: http://www.ntf.or.jp/mouse/micromouse2010/index_EN.htmlWhy: If you want to see the fastest, smallest, most amazing micromouse robot creations in action, this is the place to be. Although the micromouse concept originated in the US, the Japanese quickly adopted, refined, and …
What: Design Festa Vol. 32 When: November 6th-7th, 2010 URL: http://www.designfesta.com/index_en.html Where: Tokyo Big Sight Convention Center Why: Totally over the top international art festival with over 2,700 artists and performers, live music and dance, cosplay, and creations that we guarantee you have never seen before, or even imagined. Comments: I’m planning to attend on both …
What: CEATEC 2010 – Makuhari When: October 5th-9th, 2010 – 10:00 to 17:00 URL: http://www.ceatec.com/2010/en/index.html Where: Makuhari Messe Convention Center, Chiba Why: The premier consumer and industrial electronics show in Japan and probably in Asia. All the manufacturers are there in force showing off their latest gadgets, technologies, and dreams. Comments: Not to be missed …
What: Tokyo Game Show When: September 19, 2010 – 10:00 to 14:00 Where: Makuhari Messe Convention Center Why: Latest games and game technology; hordes of game addicts; fantastic graphics; 3D displays; and the Game Girls Comments: James and I plan to explore the show, take lots of photos, videos, and brainstorm new internet business ideas.