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Experience Japan’s Rich Cultural Heritage from Anywhere: SeiRogai, Inc. Launches Fuchu City VR Tour

Tokyo, Japan – July 3, 2023 – SeiRogai, Inc., a Tokyo-based media production company led by CEO Samuel Yuen and COO Rachel Leng, is proud to unveil its latest innovative offering, the “Fuchu City VR360-Degree Virtual Tour.” Developed in collaboration with Fuchu City Hall, this virtual tour aims to attract domestic and international tourists and revitalize tourism in the local community.

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The focal point of the tour is Okunitama Shrine, one of Tokyo’s five major shrines, revered for its history spanning nearly 2,000 years. Located just a five-minute walk from Fuchu Station, the shrine stands as a prominent historical and cultural landmark in Fuchu City.

Click here to view the “Fuchu City VR 360-degree Virtual Tour” PR video.

SeiRogai, Inc. is committed to leading the way in innovative media development. Through the power of VR360° technology, the tour provides an authentic and immersive experience, delving into the deep history and cultural significance of Okunitama Shrine. The content is designed with three core pillars: entertainment, education, and engagement, ensuring high user satisfaction and immersion. By bringing the history of this cultural landmark into the homes of visitors, SeiRogai, Inc. offers a more accessible way to engage with and experience Japan.

Image of SeiRogai's three core pillars of edutainment.
SeiRogai’s three core pillars.

The use of cutting-edge technology in the virtual tour not only reduces the need for physical travel and minimizes carbon footprint but also promotes green tourism and preserves important cultural properties. Furthermore, the virtual tours facilitate remote communication, serving as digital archives that preserve these cultural and historical landmarks for future generations. SeiRogai, Inc. also aims to enhance accessibility, providing fair educational and entertainment opportunities for the elderly, disabled, and young children.

This project is part of SeiRogai, Inc.’s ongoing mission to highlight the unique cultural charms and specialties of different regions within Japan. Through collaborations with local governments, partners, tourism businesses, and sponsors, the company strives to connect people worldwide with the hidden gems of various regions and promote regional revitalization. By creating and distributing compelling stories, SeiRogai, Inc. envisions a society where people around the world better understand each other.

The VR tour leverages SeiRogai, Inc.’s proprietary DX platform, Global Virtual Travel, featuring highly curated virtual tours produced by its elite international team. By combining marketing and advertising expertise with top-notch video quality, SeiRogai, Inc. blends storytelling and education to deliver unforgettable and transformative virtual experiences.

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Global Virtual Travel, a proprietary DX platform.

SeiRogai, Inc. welcomes collaborations with local governments, partners, tourism businesses, and sponsors to further its mission of highlighting the unique cultural charms and specialties of different regions within Japan. By working together, SeiRogai, Inc. can help discover and promote the hidden charms of your region, connecting you to a wider audience both within and beyond Japan.

Seirogai’s CEO Samuel Yuen (right) and COO Rachel Leng (left) unveiled the Fuchu City VR 360° Tour to the Mayor of Fuchu City (center) and Fuchu City Hall staff

Samuel Yuen | International Producer and Creator
Samuel Yuen will lead the talented production team and cast of SeiRogai, Inc. in this upcoming project. With a wealth of experience in creating marketing campaigns and innovative promotional media for the global tourism industry, Samuel has established himself as a veteran in the field. Notably, he serves as General Secretary and Advisor to the Former Senator of Tourism, who belongs to the royal family of Thailand. Samuel’s unique background also includes being a fully ordained Buddhist monk in the Theravada tradition, with a practice that extends to revered Mahayana and Vajrayana Buddhist masters. Drawing upon his multicultural experience, Samuel brings a cross-cultural and nuanced vision to his productions.

Rachel Leng | Presenter and Expert Guide
Rachel Leng brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the project. With a background in East Asia studies, public policy, and international relations, she is at the forefront of educational entertainment and cultural media-related projects. Rachel’s impressive academic achievements include graduating with top honors from both Harvard University Graduate School of Arts and Sciences and Duke University. As a foreigner living in Japan, Rachel offers a unique perspective that has made her a popular destination guide for both international visitors and domestic tourists.


About SeiRogai, Inc.

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SeiRogai, Inc. is a Japan-based cross-border business consultancy, media, and film production company. Our corporate philosophy is to contribute to building a society where people around the world can better understand each other through the creation and distribution of compelling stories. Our main business involves producing media content related to travel, education, and culture about Japan for the global market. With an international team that brings together diverse perspectives and cross-cultural understanding, we aim to produce engaging and educational stories that inspire mutual human understanding.

In addition to media content production, we offer services in marketing, advertising, branding, business consulting, and digital transformation (DX) solutions. We continuously strive to advance innovative solutions by utilizing the latest technologies and developing media tech platforms.

Selected as a “JAPAN Brand Support Partner” by the Small and Medium Enterprise Agency, SeiRogai, Inc. is one of 259 partners supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in expanding their business overseas. We are also officially certified as a “MINATO City Promotion Crew” of Minato City, promoting the charms of the city to a global audience through VR 360-degree virtual tours.

For media inquiries, please contact:
SeiRogai, Inc.
5F Roppongi Denki Building, 6-1-20 Roppongi,
Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0032, Japan
Representative Directors: Samuel Yuen (CEO) and Rachel Leng (COO)
Established: 2019
Website: www.seirogai.com

Main Business:

  1. Video production and services, including VR 360-degree tours
  2. Internet distribution service for TV programs and movies
  3. Marketing, branding, advertising, and image planning
  4. Professional services and business consulting, including market research and overseas expansion support
  5. Construction and provision of VR distribution systems and DX digital platforms
  6. Information dissemination service for local tourism and companies to overseas markets, etc.

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