Smart Soft arrives at Osaka World Expo with hands-on AR and AI experiences
Tokyo-based AR/AI developer Smart Soft has announced its participation in the 2025 World Expo in Osaka. On Thursday, October 2, the company will showcase an interactive experience booth at the Future Life Village and TEAM EXPO pavilion (TE1), located near the West Gate NW. Visitors can try a lineup of on-site AR and AI experiences without the need for reservations, offering a hands-on glimpse into the future of augmented reality and intelligent interfaces.
The booth is designed to let attendees explore the latest in AR and AI technology in a relaxed, approachable setting. Among the featured experiences are a hands-on AR game and a bilingual AI companion, along with on-device translation tools, 3D scanning demonstrations, and games tailored for Apple Vision Pro. The setup emphasizes accessibility and immediacy, inviting curious visitors to engage with cutting-edge tech right on the show floor.
Interactive AR game: Pixel Ninja
One of the marquee attractions is a hands-on AR game that users can play with a simple hand gesture. The experience, designed for quick, intuitive play, lets visitors interact with digital elements layered onto the real world through a gesture-based interface. No booking is required, so anyone passing by can step in and try the game, making it easy to sample high-energy AR gameplay during a busy expo schedule.
Anime AI companion: bilingual English and Japanese conversation
Smart Soft is also showcasing an “anime AI companion,” a conversational AI element capable of switching between English and Japanese. This feature aims to bridge language barriers and provide an engaging, character-driven interaction for exhibitors and attendees alike. The companion demonstrates how AI can contribute to customer service, education, and entertainment in multilingual contexts, offering a glimpse into practical language-assisted experiences at public events.
Koemo: on-device subtitles and translation
In addition to the anime AI companion, the booth highlights Koemo—an on-device subtitle and translation system. By processing translations locally, Koemo aims to deliver fast, private, and reliable language support for in-person conversations and demonstrations, a critical capability for international visitors at a world-scale event like Osaka Expo.
More AR/AI showcases: 3D scanning and Apple Vision Pro games
Beyond interactive gaming and language tools, Smart Soft will demonstrate a 3D scanner and a selection of games designed for Apple Vision Pro. This mix of hardware-agnostic AR demos and Vision Pro content underlines the company’s broad approach to immersive technology, spanning from mobile and on-device experiences to mixed reality headsets.
Why this matters for visitors and the industry
The Osaka World Expo exhibit underscores a shift toward accessible AR and AI at large public events. By removing barriers such as appointment requirements, Smart Soft positions its experiences as ready-to-explore, lowering friction for first-time users and curious passersby. The integration of bilingual AI, on-device translation, and hands-on AR gaming points to a future where multilingual, immersive interfaces become commonplace in daily life and public spaces.
Visit details and what to expect
Visit Smart Soft’s booth in the Future Life Village/TEAM EXPO pavilion TE1 (West Gate NW side) on Thursday, October 2, 2025. The line-up promises immediate interaction with AR gameplay, bilingual AI companionship, translation tools, 3D scanning, and Vision Pro content, all designed to be experienced on-site without prior reservations.
