Experience-type observatory opens in Tokyo

Experience-type observatory opens in Tokyo

Visitors wearing headsets sit on a swing-like ride at "SKY CIRCUS Sunshine60 Observatory," a newly renovated experience-type observatory in Tokyo on April 12, 2016, prior to the opening of the facility on April 21. Those who try the ride, which has adopted virtual reality technology and 4D simulation, are able to experience Tokyo's Ikebukuro district at full speed from the skies. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Experience-type observatory opens in Tokyo

Experience-type observatory opens in Tokyo

Images of Japan's four seasons and geometrical patterns are projected on the mirrored walls of a kaleidoscopic tunnel at "SKY CIRCUS Sunshine60 Observatory," a newly renovated experience-type observatory in Tokyo on April 12, 2016, prior to the opening of the facility on April 21. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Experience-type observatory opens in Tokyo

Experience-type observatory opens in Tokyo

Visitors are seen in front of a glass window at "SKY CIRCUS Sunshine60 Observatory," a newly renovated experience-type observatory in Tokyo on April 12, 2016, prior to the opening of the facility on April 21. People are able to see and take pictures of an unusual view of Tokyo through the mosaic glass windows. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

Experience-type observatory opens in Tokyo

Experience-type observatory opens in Tokyo

A visitor wearing a headset is seen inside a cannon-like ride at "SKY CIRCUS Sunshine60 Observatory," a newly renovated experience-type observatory in Tokyo on April 12, 2016, prior to the opening of the facility on April 21. The ride, which has adopted virtual reality technology and 4D simulation, offers people an experience similar to that of exploring future tourist spots, after being shot into the sky. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo