This is intended for individuals responsible for Wi-Fi deployment at municipal governments and private facilities. Case studies are also featured.

Based on the “Connected Tokyo” implementation policy, the Tokyo Metropolitan Government is working to expand public Wi-Fi that supports OpenRoaming—a safe and convenient international standard—throughout the entire metropolitan area.
To further accelerate this initiative, the city is developing guidelines for the installation and operation of OpenRoaming-compatible Wi-Fi, as well as standard specifications by facility category to be used during Wi-Fi deployment.
We will be holding a public hearing for Wi-Fi deployment managers at ward, city, and town/village governments, as well as private facilities, to provide an overview of the draft guidelines and standard specifications, present case studies of OpenRoaming-compatible Wi-Fi implementations, and solicit feedback to ensure the content is as effective as possible.Based on the feedback received, we plan to finalize the guidelines and standard specifications and release them in March of Reiwa 9.
Anyone interested in implementing OpenRoaming is welcome to participate. We encourage you to register.

Event Overview

Date and Time

Reiwa 8, November 20 (Friday), 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Event Format

Online

Eligibility

Those interested in implementing OpenRoaming, such as Wi-Fi deployment managers at municipalities and private facilities

Contents

• Overview of This Project
• Introduction to the Guidelines and Standard Specifications (Draft)
• Case Studies

Participation Fee

Free

How to Apply and Deadlines

How to Apply

If you would like to participate, please register using the registration form (link to an external site).

Application Deadline

Through Friday, November 13, Reiwa 8
*We will send separate instructions on how to participate on the day of the event to the email address you provided when you registered.

Deployment of OpenRoaming-Compatible Wi-Fi in Tokyo

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government aims to create an environment where all people and things can stay connected anytime, anywhere, and under any circumstances by making comprehensive use of a variety of communication methods. As part of this effort, the government is working to expand public Wi-Fi throughout Tokyo that supports the safe and convenient OpenRoaming service, ensuring that residents and visitors can stay connected at all times, including during disasters.

Features of OpenRoaming-Compatible Wi-Fi

Avoiding the risk of eavesdropping, etc.

Wi-Fi networks compatible with OpenRoaming encrypt the wireless connection and automatically connect to compatible access points, thereby preventing risks such as eavesdropping or being redirected to a spoofed access point.

International Standards Ensuring Safety and Convenience

By expanding public Wi-Fi that supports OpenRoaming—a secure and seamless international standard—throughout Tokyo, we will ensure the security and convenience of communications while also making a significant contribution to supporting inbound tourism.

[Reference] What is OpenRoaming?

This refers to the international Wi-Fi interoperability framework established by the Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA), an industry association for public Wi-Fi service providers.

Past Initiatives

Installation of Wi-Fi in Tokyo Metropolitan Government Facilities

• As of the end of fiscal year Reiwa 6, facilities had been established at 859 locations, including the Tokyo Metropolitan Museum of Contemporary Art and public health centers on the islands.
• As of the end of Reiwa 7, facilities had been established at approximately 1,100 locations, including the Tokyo International Exhibition Center and the Tokyo Metropolitan University

Support for Wi-Fi Installation in Ward, City, and Town Facilities

• Starting in fiscal year Reiwa 6, technical and financial support will be provided to municipalities that install OpenRoaming-compatible Wi-Fi.
• As of the end of Reiwa 7, financial support was provided to approximately 200 locations

Wi-Fi Installation and Awareness Campaign Using Phone Booths

• In August of Reiwa 7, we signed an agreement with NTT East, Inc. and began rolling out OpenRoaming-compatible Wi-Fi using public phone booths located near major train stations and in parks—areas where large numbers of people gather.
• As of the end of Reiwa 7, facilities had been established at approximately 300 locations

Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Regarding a Partnership with the WBA

• In January of Reiwa 8, the company signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) regarding a partnership for OpenRoaming-compatible Wi-Fi.

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This initiative is part of the efforts to advance the “Tokyo 2050 Strategy.”
Strategy 11: Digital—“Establishment of the ‘TOKYO Data Highway’”

Contact: Digital Services Promotion Department, Connecting Tokyo Promotion Section Phone: 03-5320-7622 Email: S1100303(at)section.metro.tokyo.jp *The email address has been formatted this way to prevent spam.We apologize for the inconvenience, but please replace (at) with @ when sending an email.