Takuji Narumi

Dr. Takuji Narumi is currently an Associate Professor at the Department of Mechano-Informatics, Graduate School of Information Science and Technology, University of Tokyo. His research interests span a wide range, focusing primarily on transforming and enhancing human perception and cognition using Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) technologies. He has developed various innovative interfaces and display technologies, including tactile displays, olfactory displays, gustatory displays, and satiety displays, among others. His research not only explores mechanisms underlying human perceptual information processing but also aims to design interfaces that effectively influence perception and cognition. His notable works include the "Meta Cookie," integrating visual, olfactory, and gustatory interactions, the "Enhanced Satiety" system based on AR technology to alter the perceived size of food, and the "Perceptive Shape Display" that combines visual and tactile interactions. Professor Narumi's research contributes significantly to advancing the societal applications of VR and AR technologies and expanding human capabilities.

• 2019–Present·Department of Mechano-Informatics, Graduate School of Information Science and Technology, University of Tokyo·Associate Professor
  • Focused on perceptual and cognitive interface research integrating Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality technologies.
• 2016–2019·Department of Mechano-Informatics, Graduate School of Information Science and Technology, University of Tokyo·Lecturer
  • Research areas included multimodal interfaces and cross-modal perception.
• 2011–2016·Department of Mechano-Informatics, Graduate School of Information Science and Technology, University of Tokyo·Assistant Professor
  • Studied multisensory display systems and technologies related to Virtual Reality.
• 2017–2020·JST PRESTO·Researcher
  • Conducted research on human augmentation applications of VR and AR technologies.

• 2008–2011·Department of Advanced Interdisciplinary Studies, Graduate School of Engineering, University of Tokyo·Doctoral Degree
  • Research focus on multisensory interfaces and Augmented Reality.
• 2006–2008·Graduate School of Interdisciplinary Information Studies, University of Tokyo·Master's Degree
  • Studied Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality technologies.
• 2002–2006·Department of Systems Innovation, Faculty of Engineering, University of Tokyo·Bachelor's Degree
  • Specialized in information technology and system design.