2F | METoA 2
Try sports that you have never experienced before,
using the giant display!
Create your original medal!
You will try four original sports in a colorful stadium on the giant display. A little ingenuity might be required to achieve your normal performance.
When all the games have been completed, you will receive a commemorative medal that represents your characteristics based on your performances.
You may find you have hidden potential!?
*2nd floor exhibition with the support of Japanese Para Sports Association
At METoA, we have our original sports inspired by para-sports.
- ○ Just AIM: The aim of this game is to hit the target with arrows, using both arms or one leg.
- ○ Just HIT: The aim of this game is to hit the ball successfully, without using your body, but only with the movements of the head.
- ○ Just LISTEN: The aim of this game is to move quickly and accurately in the direction from which the sound comes.
- ○ Just MATCH: The aim of this game is to hit the ball in various body shapes copied from examples.
3F | METoA 3
We have a number of exhibitions for you to enjoy new appealing points of sports, as well as information you didn't know.
Zone１.Creation of an Inclusive Society -Progress from the Past-
Mitsubishi Electric’s Progress Towards the Creation of an Inclusive Society Where Everybody Can Flourish
Since its foundation in 1921, Mitsubishi Electric has been growing by contributing to the realization of a vibrant and sustainable society through continuous technological innovation and ceaseless creativity.
We have also utilized various technologies as part of our commitment to creating an environment where everyone can enjoy sports. Additionally, initiatives have been implemented for a wider variety of people to be able to flourish in sports. We will continue to contribute to the creation of an inclusive society where all individuals respect and accept each other whether one has a disability or not.
Zone 2. Creation of an Inclusive Society -Current Initiatives-
Aiming for an Inclusive Society Where Everyone Proactively Takes Part and Flourishes.
Every one of us is part of creating an inclusive society. Not only does Mitsubishi Electric help achieve this by developing and providing accessible products and facilities, but it is also contributing to the creation of an inclusive society by involving all people, including support for athletes and the dissemination of para-sports.
Promotion of understanding and awareness towards the creation of an inclusive society through para-sports experiential events and exhibitions
“Mitsubishi Electric Going Up Campaign” is a project to attract people’s attention, increase awareness, and understand the importance of inclusiveness in society by providing chances to experience various para-sports, including wheelchair basketball.
Mitsubishi Electric Going Up Campaign Nationwide Caravan
Since the initiation of this project in 2016, a number of different events have been held across Japan. These events have included experiencing para-sports such as wheelchair basketball and some previous athletes representing Japan competing in demonstrations. Till today, more than 110,000 people have participated.
* Nationwide tour to be completed in April 2022.
Supporting Sporting Talent for the “Creation of New Values”
CSR Activities through Sports Teams and Sports
Men’s Basketball Team
Nagoya Diamond Dolphins,
Established in 1950, originating from a club formed by employees of Mitsubishi Electric Nagoya Works.
Has been competing in the Japanese B. League since the fall of 2016. Additionally, the “Dolphins Smile Project” is a part of their CSR activities for the local community.
Women’s Basketball Team
Mitsubishi Electric Koalas,
Officially established in 1956, originating from a club formed by employees of Mitsubishi Electric Nagoya Works. Competes in the W. League, the top tier of women’s basketball in Japan.“Kokola,” the club’s mascot, was inspired by the koala at the Higashiyama Zoo and Botanical Gardens in Nagoya city.
Mitsubishi Electric’s Tennis Team (Japan League)
Falcons,
Originating from a tennis club at the Mitsubishi Electric Kamakura Works. Promoted to the 15th Tennis Japan League in 2000, and then winning the league for the first time in 2015. Secured back-to-back league title wins in 2018 and 2019. The team includes professional tennis players on contract who also participate in the World Tour, as well as employees who can play competitively against Japan’s top pros.
American Football Team
ALL MITSUBISHI LIONS,
Established in 1985 under the name Mitsubishi Electric SOCIO-TECHS. In 2003, the basketball teams of three companies (i.e., MUFG Bank, Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance, and Mitsubishi Electric) merged to form the “ALL MITSUBISHI LIONS.” Competes in Japan’s top-flight “X1 Super” League. Also carries out cleaning of parks in Hachioji City, where the club is based, as part of its CSR activities.
Mitsubishi Electric’s Badminton Team
Diamond Wings,
Established in 1956 as part of the club activities ongoing in the Mitsubishi Electric Itami District. Currently competes in S/J League II and aiming for promotion to the S/J League. Members also lectures and badminton classes in Hyogo Prefecture, where the team is based.
Mitsubishi Electric sponsors a women’s golf tournament officially recognized by the Japan Ladies Professional Golfers' Association (JLPGA). The tournament also bears the name of Hisako Higuchi, the first woman golfer recognized as a Person of Cultural Merit, in the honor of her activities. We support golfers with ambition.
Ms Hisako Higuchi, Honorary Chairperson of the Mitsubishi Electric Ladies Golf Tournament, and a professional golfer, Hinako Shibuno, the winner of the 2021 Tournament
Support for Top Athlete
About top athletes working at Mitsubishi Electric
Mitsubishi Electric is striving to expand its business operations around the world with the aim of contributing to the creation of an affluent society. We think that hiring talent with diverse values and experiences will lead to the creation of new value. Based on this belief, we have been employing top athletes by taking advantage of Japan Olympic Committee’s “Athnavi” project.
Digital Experience of Wheelchair Basketball
A parasport that Mitsubishi Electric supports is exhibited in the form of an interactive simulation experience.
You can experience the fun of sports and love for challenges through wheelchair basketball.
Introduction of a photo-taking spot
Zone 3. Creation of an Inclusive Society -Towards the Future-
Aiming to Achieve True User-friendliness and Comfortable Living
Three Perspectives in Our Goal of Product Manufacturing for Everybody to Be Able to Use Easily
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Environment
Equipment such as elevators
Whether the environment, such as steps, may make it difficult for wheelchair users to move around, etc.
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Mindset
Compassion, understanding of diversity
What sort of considerations should be made to ensure ease of use by disabled individuals, etc.
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Information
Simplicity
Whether individuals with impaired hearing or vision can understand how to get to their destination without difficulty, etc.
Robot Transport Support Service
Mitsubishi Electric IoT Platform for Smart City & Building "Ville-feuille" connects robots and building equipment, including elevators. Via the link, it enables robots to move around in a building with human safety in mind.
Mitsubishi Elevators
Providing further security and comfort for all elevator users
Braille buttons that vision-impaired individuals can press with ease
LCD indicators that color-blind individuals can easily recognize
Multi-language LCD indicators
Light-based Animation on the Floor "Terasu Guide"
“Terasu Guide” guides and alerts building users with the projection of animated images onto the floor. It assists everybody using the facilities with moving smoothly.
What is a Society Like Where Everybody Can Display Their Personalities and Abilities and Flourish?
– Do You Know the Barrier-free Mindset? –
Our society is made up of a wide variety of individuals in terms age, gender, and physical abilities. However, having developed to cater for the majority, it can cause inconvenience or barriers for the minority at times.
Three Types of Barriers in Our Society
Environmental barriers
Physical barriers, such as steps and stairs
Information barriers
Obstacles in receiving information that should be able to be received
Awareness barriers
Barriers caused by the lack of understanding about diversity and knowledge about how to help
Of the three barriers, the environmental and information barriers have been gradually removed by products and services.
On the other hand, in order to see any progress in eradicating “awareness barriers,” “barrier-free mindset” is required to promote appropriate support and empathy for the disabled individuals.
1F | METoA 1
METoA Cafe & KitchenDuring your visit, please try our special event collaboration dish inspired by the theme, "IRO×IRO STADIUM"
ShopWe have prepared goods suiting the theme of the current event.
