Information transmission,exchange and creation base

GALERIO
YOKOHAMAGALERIO

About GALERIOGALERIO was established in 2020 in the Y-PORT Center
Public-Private Partnership Office as a base for furtherBusinessintegration

accelerating the overseas transmission of Yokohama citysolutions. GALERIO, equipped with communication functions

Formation ofdomestic andoverseas
networks

Transmission

Creationand VR content, will hold international conferences andworkshops with related parties in Japan and overseas. The
name GALERIO is taken from the publicly-safe Esperanto

Export ofurbansolutionsCitypromotion

language, which means Gallery in English, with the purposeof acting as a bridge between each language and culture.
The name was given in the hope that it will be a place wherepeople from Japan and overseas can easily gather together,where information on Yokohama's urban development andurban development can be summarized.

Coordination
andmatching

Human
resource
exchange /development

Exchange
The Concept of GALERIO Activities

About Y-PORT Center
The Y-PORT Center, where GALERIO is located, has thefunctions of "introducing the technology of city companies
to emerging cities" and "improving the value of the Yokohamabrand and building an international network by utilizing it".
In terms of introducing the technology of city companies tocities in emerging countries, we will introduce the technologyof city companies, create matching opportunities at Y-PORT
workshops, local workshops, etc., and provide infrastructure
solutions in collaboration with companies. We are working on
making calls. In terms of improving the value of the Yokohama
brand and building an international network by utilizing
it, "Yokohama" will be used to disseminate information tothe international community through the Asia-Smart CityConference, etc., actively disseminate information, andreceive international awards. We are working to improve ourname recognition, strengthen our brand power, and continue
to collaborate between cities through the Asia Smart CityAlliance.

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The Y-PORT Center is a platform for implementing international technical cooperation (Y-PORTproject) through public-private partnership, which was launched in 2015. We aim to establish
new business schemes, solve urban issues in emerging countries, and create business
opportunities for companies in the city, in collaboration with various stakeholders. Since 2017,
we have been strengthening the functions of the Y-PORT Center, such as establishing a jointoffice (Y-PORT Center Public-Private Partnership Office) through public-private partnerships.
Space for partnercompanies andorganization

CityNet Yokohama
Project Office (CYO)

Entrance
Common meetingroom for YokohamaInternational
Cooperation Center
AtriumInformation
CenterGALERIO

YOKOHAMA URBANSOLUTION ALLIANCE(YUSA)Y-PORT Center

Office forInternational Affairs Bureau,
The City of Yokohama

Y-PORT Center office

1. Formulating the market for environmental technologies throughinstitutional development in emerging economies
・ Supporting Master Plan formulation for cities in collaboration with JICA, ADB, etc.
・Building appropriate regulation and human resources in cities by leveraging Yokohama’s urban
development experience・ Incorporating upstream approaches into the master plan policies

2. Creating smart urban solutions through co-creation among cities and private firms
・ Fine-tuning business plans through arranging feasibility studies and demonstrations
・ Developing comprehensive package solutions for cities
・ Co-creating "Best Available Solutions” with diverse affiliated organizations

3. Understanding emerging urban needs and providing information for technical development and assistance・ Providing comprehensive information on the needs of cities in emerging economies to private firms
・ Recognizing local needs and conducting joint field studies
・ Creating business matching opportunities through Y-PORT Workshops, local seminars, etc.

4. Introducing technology of private firms in Yokohama to cities in emerging economies
・ Promoting technologies possessed by private firms in Yokohama to cities
・ Creating business matching opportunities through Y-PORT Workshops, local seminars, etc.
・ Collaborating with private firms to dispatch smart infrastructure solutions

5. Establishing an international network through enhancing and capitalizing on Yokohama’s global brand・ Sharing with the international community through gatherings such as the Asia Smart Cities Conference・ Publicizing information proactively to raise Yokohama’s name recognition and strengthen its widely praised brand value
・ Encouraging ongoing inter-city cooperation through the Asia Smart City Alliance3Introduction of the roles of GALERIO

Activities at GALERIOAt GALERIO, for the purpose of promoting the Y-PORT business, we conduct six activieis;"utilization of domestic and overseas networks", "promotion", "coordination matching", "citysolution creation", "business integration", "human resources exchange / human resources
development".

Supporting from the planning stageof mixed-use development / smart city
development to monetization

Formation ofdomestic andoverseas
networks

Businessintegration

Transmission

Creation
Creating urban solutions by
combining the knowledge
accumulated in the City of
Yokohama with new technologies
and ideas

Establish a new business scheme incollaboration with overseas cities, national/ government agencies, internationalorganizations, etc.

Export ofurbansolutions

Supporting matching of solutions owned
by city companies, coordination ofcooperation between city companies
and domestic and overseas companies,
international organizations, etc.

Knowledge hub
to accelerateurban exportby the City ofYokohamaCity
promotion

Humanresource
exchange /development

Coordination
andmatching

In addition to accepting
inspections of infrastructurefrom overseas, also provide public
relations support for the solutionsof Yokohama companies

Supporting the development of nextgeneration human resources that
promote community development, urban
development, and overseas expansion

Exchange

Business integration

Export of urban solutions Coordination and matching・ Events and conferences tocommunicate with overseas
developers who need consistenturban development support

・ Workshop in collaboration withYokohama City, Yokohama City
companies, and Yokohama cityorganizations

・ Business matching opportunities at
the Asia Smart City Conference andvarious workshops

HR exchange/
development

Formation of domestic
and overseas networks

City promotion

・ City planning for students byuniversity institutions, etc.

・ New business concept workshop
with partner companies andorganizations

・ Organization of workshops related
to urban development, exchange
meetings using the Metaverse at theAsia Smart City Conference, etc.

・ New destination for the inspection
by overseas companies andorganizations・ international conferences,workshops, etc. to promote overseas
expansion of city company solutions

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Introduction of GALERIO's facilities

Spatial Composition of GALERIOGALERIO consists of three zones: conference / seminar / workshop zone, business creation
zone, and web meeting zone. The facility is equipped with high-end projectors and speakers,a large touch display type whiteboard, a large monitor, various meeting / office spaces, etc.,
and many of them are movable, so they can be used for various purposes as spaces.

Conference / Seminar / Workshop Zone
Large-scale conference space equipped with projectors, large screens, VR devices, etc.

Business Creation Zone
Small space that can be used flexibly in combination with other zones.

Web Meeting / Office Zone
Convenient meeting space equipped with a 360° camera

2D metaverse space, VR and 3D contents
Virtual space available for business matching
and international conferences

Conference / Seminar /Workshop Zone

Business Creation Zone

Office SpaceWeb Meeting / Office Zone
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Conference / Seminar / Workshop ZoneGALERIO consists of three zones: conference / seminar / workshop zone, business creation
zone, and web meeting zone. The facility is equipped with high-end projectors and speakers,a large touch display type whiteboard, a large monitor, various meeting / office spaces, etc.,
and many of them are movable, so they can be used for various purposes as spaces.

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1. Holding a large-scale hybrid international
conference
It is possible to hold international conferencesthat combine the space of GALERIO and theonline environment. There is also ample spacefor equipment that is essential for hosting
international conferences. Yokohama Cityholds the Asia Smart City Conference (about50 local participants and about 1,200 onlineparticipants).
２. Workshop
Equipped with a projector and podium, it ispossible to hold a full-scale workshop. In
addition, since it is fully equipped with a VR
headset, meetings and workshops that utilize
virtual reality are also possible. By utilizing
other zones, it is possible to have discussions
divided into multiple groups.

100Capacity (people)

2 Projectors

2 wirelessmicrophones,4 wired microphones

86-inch large screen(2 screens)6

2 sets of video
camera forbroadcasting andtripod for video
camera2 sets of VR headset(Oculus Quest 2)

Introduction of GALERIO's facilities

Business Creation Zone
It is an open space where small-scale meetings and discussions can be held. Large screensthat allow you to write by hand and standing stools allow for more relaxed discussions.

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1. Holding small discussions
It is possible to hold small discussions
using large screens and whiteboards.
By using it in combination with theconference / seminar / workshop zone,events can be held simultaneously andsmoothly.
2. Use as an information provision space
It is possible to utilize this area
as an information provision space
while holding events in conferences,seminars, workshop zones, etc. It can beeffectively used as a viewing space forprinted matter and soft content.

15
Capacity (people)

360 degree web
camera86-inch large screen(1 screen)

7

Whiteboard(2 sets)

Environment
corresponding toCOVID-19

Introduction of GALERIO's facilities

Web Meeting / Office Zone
Web conferencing using a large screen is possible in this zone. In addition to screen sharing,
local participants can also have discussions using a large screen. Since a large table isinstalled, it is possible for participants to sit at intervals in consideration of the new corona.
A maximum of about 20 people can meet, including the office zone beside the zone.

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1. Holding web conferences and small-scaleinternational conferences
With a 360 degree webcam that can deliver thefaces of all attendees, it is possible to hold web
conferences and small international conferencesthat require high quality communication.
2. U se the backyard area of international
conferences
It can be used as a backyard area to support
international conferences held in the conference/ seminar / workshop zone. It is large enoughto serve as an interpreter-only area, which isessential for international conferences. You
can also use the projector and seats as a public
viewing area.

128

Capacity of themeeting table(people)Capacity of theoffice zone (people)

86-inch large screen(1 screen)

360 degree webcamera

8

Environment
corresponding toCOVID-19

Ensuring privacy bypartitioning

Introduction of GALERIO's facilities

VR Contents / 3D City Model Contents
The head-mounted virtual reality content includes content that looks back on the past andpresent of Minato Mirai in a virtual space, as well as content that allows visitors to visuallyexperience the attractions of the Minato Mirai area. The 3D city model content VirtualYokohama utilizes open data from PLATEAU, a 3D city model project led by the Ministry of Land,
Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, and is designed to show the appeal and strengths of theMinato Mirai area and its infrastructure. These contents can be utilized for study tours, trainings
and meetings.

■ VR Contents▲ Content to visually experience the attractionsof the Minato Mirai area

▲ Content that looks back on the past and present of theMinato Mirai area in a virtual space■ 3D City Model Contents▲ Content visualizing the development history ofthe Minato Mirai area

▲ Visualization of district heating and cooling installation
areas in the Minato Mirai area

▲ Content visualizing the promotion and dissemination ofenvironmentally friendly buildings

99▲ Interior 360° photo content of thedistrict heating and cooling plantIntroduction of GALERIO's facilities

Web Meeting / Office Zone
As a virtual communication space, we provide a two-dimensional metaverse space with theatmosphere of the city of Yokohama. It is equipped with a space that can be used interactively bya large number of people without the need to install any specific software, and can be used forvarious meetings and matching events.

500*Capacity (people)*Depends on the wolrd size

PC(no installation)

Video can be posted
in a virtualenvironment

PDF can be posted
in a virtualenvironment

10Video communicationis possible in avirtual environment

Anyone in the world
can joinIntroduction of GALERIO's facilities

Events held at GALERIO
Asia Smart City Conference (ASCC)
ASCC is the international conference whererepresentatives of Asian cities, government
agencies, international organizations,academic institutions, private companies,etc. gather together. ASCC is held in a hybrid
format of local and online using the entire
space of GALERIO, welcoming approximately
730 participants for the 11th ASCC.

Reference link: https://yport.city.yokohama.lg.jp/promotion/ascc

Y-PORT Workshop
To promote the overseas expansion ofcompanies into urban infrastructure projects
in emerging countries, etc., Y-PORT Workshop
is held to exchange information and opinions
between Yokohama City and private companies,
universities, NPOs, and the national and publicinstitutions. Since the opening of GALERIO,
Y-PORT Workshop is held here in a hybrid format.

Reference link: https://www.city.yokohama.lg.jp/business/kokusaikoryu/yport/kigyo/yportworkshop.html

Virtual Networking
The Asia Smart City Conference heldnetworking events using the virtual reality
environment developed by Yokohama City.
Partcipants of the virtual networking eventjoined the event as avatars in Virtual Dock
Yard Garden and Virtual Red Brick Warehouse
Square.

Reference link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EkoKGuv4XEw

Other workshops
In Yokohama City, GALERIO holds the Danang
Urban Development Forum and study groups
and workshops with external organizations.
We can provide a highly convenient facility
space for events of various scales andformats.

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Yokohama International Organizations Center 6F,
1-1-1 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, 220-0012,JAPANTEL: 045-221-1211
https://yport.city.yokohama.lg.jp/

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