Teams that pass the pre-selection screening by judges for each category will present their ideas at the venue and receive direct feedback from the judges. Online presentations are also possible. We are also considering prizes for on-the-spot ideation that anyone can participate in on the day of the event.
Accenture Innovation Hub
8th floor, Sumitomo Fudosan Azabu-Juban Building, 1-4-1 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo.
April 22, 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
Special Talk Program: The Future and Trial of WEB3 x Entertainment" for students of Kadokawa Dwango Gakuen (N High School and S High School) was explained to WEB3 beginners.
The Future and Trial of WEB3 x Entertainment"
Friday, April 7th
We will conduct a hands-on study session for creating ERC20, ERC721, and ERC1155 using thirdweb.
What is thirdweb?
It is a service that allows you to deploy contracts without writing code. The created contract becomes your own proprietary contract, with you as the owner. Thirdweb also has a function to upload necessary metadata for NFTs to IPFS.
Lecturer: Yuuki.( https://twitter.com/stand_english )thirdweb japan 運営 / CryptoGames 所属 / AstarGames CTO
He joined CryptoGames in 2021 and became CTO of AstarGames in March 2023. He has been operating thirdweb japan since January 2023 and has conducted meetups and study sessions for students on behalf of thirdweb in Japan.
HANDS-ON Study-Session
CyberAgent, Inc.
Thursday, April 5th, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
We have planned keynote speeches by various sponsors/partners and guests, team building pitches by participants, and a networking event. ※Online streaming is available. Entry is also possible without attending the event in person!
Accenture Innovation Hub
8F, Sumitomo Fudosan Azabu-Juban Building, 1-4-1 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo.
March 25th, 12:00-20:00.
In this pre-event, we will discuss how to start a web3 project. We will cover not only creative approaches, but also how to utilize blockchain technology, such as smart contracts, to improve the project from a technological perspective.
We will explore the elements of a successful web3 project from both a creative and engineering perspective.Please apply here for the event.
Starting a WEB3 project: Discussing the key elements of success from both the engineering and creative perspectives
YouTube live streaming
March 16th (Thursday) 19:00-20:30
Announcement day for WEB3 x Entertainment Creative Hackathon/Ideathon. We will hold online events such as AMAs until KICKOFF, so please enter and wait for more details. We will continue to add content and sponsors as needed.
ENTRYBased in Hong Kong, Animoca Brands is a leader in digital entertainment, blockchain and gamification that is working to advance digital property rights and contribute to the establishment of the open metaverse. Animoca Brands has a growing portfolio of more than 380 Web3 investments, in some of the world's most meaningful Web3-related companies such as Yield Guild Games, OpenSea and Dapper Labs. Arnoldo also serves as CEO of Gryfyn, a custodial wallet that allows anyone anywhere to easily and safely access digital experiences, own and handle digital assets, and connect with their favorite brands. Gryfyn recently announced a collaboration with NEC.
He has experience in starting up mobile businesses (Mobage, Pocket Affiliate, Mobo Auction) at DeNA and leading the domestic and international expansion of the social gaming business (both internal and external development). He served as Representative Director, President and CEO from 2011 to 2021. In June 2022, he joined Thirdverse as the General Manager of the blockchain game business unit.
From middle school to high school, he lived in the U.S. and was involved in the software culture.
More than 15 years of professional product development experience.He has been involved in the development and management of games based on IPs such as Muvluv, Captain Tsubasa, and Reincarnation: The Case of the Slime.
He has established game studios and software development companies multiple times, experienced exits such as business sales and capital tie-ups, and is hands-on in the blockchain business.In 2022, he also started developing marketing and research tools for companies analyzing NFT (ERC721, ERC1155) on the Ethereum network.
Currently, he is promoting the business with Web3 community members mainly in the US and the Middle East, and is currently working on Gamefi development and Metaverse development.
Scheduled keynote: "Trends in Global Culture and Content Creation Insights from NFT LA, NFT NYC, and NFT Paris 2023 (Tentative)"
Graduated from International Christian University. Started career as an IT engineer at IBM Japan. Later worked as a Field Marketing Manager at Adobe Systems and a Producer at Buscule before founding HEART CATCH in 2014.
TomoTaro Nakatani is a manager at Accenture Song. He graduated from Doshisha University and has worked in various fields, including record companies, media, and advertising agencies. During his time at an advertising agency, he provided partner support primarily in the entertainment and content industries while also participating in a task force to research blockchain technology and industries. In 2021, he released Japan's first music NFT through his own company. He also serves as an advisor to JOYFA, a company that promotes digital fashion.
Engaged in research and community activities in the crypto field since 2018, with a focus on information dissemination via Twitter and blogs. Joined Accenture Technology in 2019 and worked on the development and operation of blockchain systems. Transferred to strategy in 2023 and currently focusing on project management in Web3 projects.
After working for a BtoB systems integrator, Takuya Yamazaki switched careers to the social gaming industry in 2012. He has been with Drecom Co., Ltd. since 2017, where he is responsible for developing HTML5 game frameworks and new games. Currently, he is involved in product development in the Web3 domain. He also develops games and web services on his own as a personal project.
After working as a freelancer, Koji Miyata joined Colopl in 2016, where he was responsible for developing VR games and location-based games. In 2018, he started participating in the development of several GameFi projects as an individual. In 2020, he joined DMM.com as the EM of the company's cross-functional marketing technology department. Currently, he serves as the technical lead for all BCG titles in the Web3 business unit.
After working in social game development, I started working in the WEB3 field in 2022. Currently, I serve as the production manager for blockchain game development with the keyword "new value in play."
Masaru Ohnogi is the Representative Director, President, and CEO of Cygames Inc. since January 2019. He joined the Recruit Group after graduating from university and was involved in corporate sales, sales planning, organizational management, and new business development in the HR field. Later, he worked on M&A and group management tasks, among others, outside of the HR industry. Currently, he serves as the CEO of Cygames.
Spent childhood to high school in Los Angeles, USA. After returning to Japan, studied behavioral economics at Keio University and the University of Hawaii. Since high school, specialized in attending foreign S-class artists such as Ultra Music Festival, EDC, and Fuji Rock. Also self-taught in video production, and even produced videos for Skrillex. During university, launched a café in Jiyugaoka and implemented various entertainment-related businesses. Joined TV Asahi Music as a new graduate in 2020 and is currently dedicated to new business development.
They operate services such as "MURA," which supports companies' Web3 entry with a one-stop solution, and the next-generation creator label "cryptex." They also serve as the Bizdev for NeoTokyoPunks.
This person is working to create digital communities focused on fan marketing through a web3 approach. They have established the "web3 Community Association" to contribute to industry development, including job normalization and talent development. They built their career as an IT consultant at Accenture and joined Synse Technologies Inc. in 2023.
Joined CryptoGames in 2021 and became the CTO of AstarGames in March 2023. Started operating thirdweb japan in January 2023, conducting meetups and study sessions for students related to thirdweb in Japan.
An engineer who has been developing various systems for NFT projects, including MEGAMI's generative tool, Web3-related functions, and infrastructure. They operate a company that advocates BoT (Blockchain of Things), which connects blockchain and real-world objects.
MetaKozo DAO is a DAO that aims to create value through play and realize ideas by eliminating limitations, using the slogan "YOUR SPACE JOURNEY" as its motto.
8F, Sumitomo Fudosan Azabu Juban Building, 1-4-1 Mita, Minato-ku, Tokyo.
MAPThe participation fee for the hackathon is completely free, and participation in the real-world event is also free of charge. We have prepared a lot of content, so please join us as a team.
Yes, it is possible to participate alone. Many individuals have won prizes in past hackathons. We welcome and encourage individual participation. There is no limit on the number of team members, but each team member must register for the event individually. Please keep this in mind.
Yes, anyone can participate, even if you are not an engineer or creator. We also welcome participation from Product Managers, Designers, Marketers and others.
Please enter your desired category on the AKINDO page after clicking the entry button. After completing the entry, a link to the online venue, Discord, will be displayed. After introducing yourself, you can participate in the hackathon by presenting your ideas and teaming up, joining someone else's team, or developing your own idea alone. Additionally, please submit your developed product on the hackathon page of each theme by April 17th at 23:59. On April 19th at noon, the selected projects for the final selection will be announced on Discord, and the relevant teams will be required to present their projects to the judges on the DEMO DAY on April 22nd.
All rights to the submitted materials in this hackathon belong to the respective submitter. For collaborations with sponsor companies, please consult with them individually.
This hackathon is not just focused on technology, but also evaluates creative products and ideas that promote mass adoption of Web3. Let's create Web3 products that lead the mainstream.
This hackathon is not limited to developers, but also includes creators such as designers, video creators, and scriptwriters who have not been involved in hackathons before. Let's create a team that will generalize web3 with more diverse values.
In each category of NFT, Music, and Game, prizes will be provided by each sponsor. Let's develop creative web3 products based on the evaluation criteria of the sponsors and aim to win prizes.
WEB3 x Entertainment Creative Hackathon/Ideathon is 100% free! Please register before seats run out.