The largest assistive technology exhibition for the visually impaired in Europe, SightCity, was held in Frankfurt, Germany on May 21, 22, and 23. The event attracted many participants from across Europe and neighboring countries.

This year, 150 companies showcased their latest devices and technologies. Our company presented products including the braille display SEIKA MINI 16 PLUS and braille printers.

The SEIKA MINI 16 PLUS is a unique braille display that runs on the Android OS and features multi-platform compatibility, allowing it to connect with iPads, Macs, and more. With a SIM card inserted, users can make phone calls and access the internet from virtually anywhere.

We demonstrated a variety of features, including braille phone functions for deafblind users and voice calls via message app.

The Government of Japan conducted a follow-up review of past ODA projects implemented at organizations such as the Vietnam Blind Association.
This review was part of a follow-up survey carried out in 2024 on the “Braille Equipment Provision Project in Three Provinces of Vietnam.”

As a result, it was confirmed that the equipment provided to the association continues to be used effectively, even two years after delivery.
During the exchange of views, Mr. Dinh Viet Anh, Vice President of the Vietnam Blind Association, stated:
“Thanks to the equipment provided through this project, people with visual impairments are now able to study and work just like those without disabilities.
We sincerely appreciate the support from the Embassy of Japan and would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the people of Japan for their understanding and cooperation.”

Nippon Telesoft participated in an academic conference titled “New Technologies and Emerging Professional Perspectives for the Visually Impaired” held in Rome, Italy, where it introduced products such as its latest braille display, Seika Plus 2.

The event was organized by the Lucia Foundation, an Italian organization for the visually impaired, and was held on February 13 and 14 with the support of the Italian Union of the Blind and Visually Impaired.

Over the course of the two-day seminar, a variety of presentations and exhibitions were held. Mr. Tabata from the Japan Federation of the Blind introduced the Japanese school system for the visually impaired.
Professor Angé Luio gave a lecture on pedagogy in schools for the blind, while Mr. Goran, president of the Serbian Blind Association, spoke on “Independent Living for the Blind in Serbia.”

The event was attended by representatives from visually impaired organizations from across Italy, as well as Japanese individuals with visual impairments living in Italy.