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Virtual Reality Fine Dining Experience in Tokyo!

Feb 27 (Japan by Food) - The future is made of virtual reality… or at least this magical meal in Tree by Naked is!

Naked is a creative company that works with artists to produce a number of VR-related installations around Tokyo, This innovative restaurant has combined VR art experiences with creative cuisine for an immersive luxury course meal. Located in Yoyogi, the restaurant and art focus on the natural elements- earth, fire, water, and wind. Each food is related to an element, and each dish comes with a unique artistic presentation using a mix of VR, lights, and projections.

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