ANA Launches New App to Expand the Possibilities of the Metaverse - 360° VR Travel and Shopping
On December 11, 2023, ANA NEO, the ANA Group's metaverse development company, released the virtual travel platform app "ANA GranWhale." (Illustration: Nijo Castle / Kyoto)
The two main functions of the new app are "V-TRIP" and "Sky Mall".
"V-TRIP" allows you to enjoy ANA's recommended domestic and overseas travel destinations in 360° VR. In Japan, Hokkaido, Kyoto, Okinawa, Nara, etc. Overseas, California and Thailand have been entered. The "Sky Mall" is based on the motif of shopping in commercial facilities, where you can purchase e-commerce products and digital items. Currently, Shipps, Mizuno, Murasaki Sports, Lacoste, etc. have opened stores.
In addition, by working in the virtual space, you can collect the "Gran Chips" provided and exchange them for ANA miles. The app is available for iOS and Android, and the price is basically free (in-app purchases are available).
The launch of this virtual travel platform is part of ANA's expansion of digital services, which began with the coronavirus pandemic, and aims to expand the ANA Economic Zone.
