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Inspiration
To build a new communication using “EMOJI” which was born in Japan, regardless of the language of pilgrims.
What it does
Make the direct communication using pictogram, without using the language.
Background
Many pilgrim does not have a smart phone or do not know how to use. Issue of communication will remain even if you manage the infrastructure. New communication style is needed for pilgrim who does not speak Arabic or English. Many Japanese could not speak Arabic or English so we would like to solve this issue.
Target
Pilgrims who does not speak Arabic or English. This mobile application supports pilgrims to get support.
Description
EMOJI touch is a communication tool for pilgrims which uses pictogram, not using the language.
By using EMOJI touch You can address and solve the problem of the pilgrims.
Roll your sleeves up and point the seal to begin the communication! Point the seal on the left arm with your right hand you can have a simple communication.
Read the QR code on the ID It will jump to the customized website 「EMOJI TOUCH」Referring the language information from the ID.
Bracelet to Mobile application
Improve the content of the ID on the bracelet. Person who notice someone who need help will read the QR code on the bracelet. Pictogram will help you tell what kind of help they need. Top page will be customized by the information on the ID such as location, nationality, gender, time.
How I built it
By making a communication application using the “EMOJI”
Challenges I ran in to
How to make the communication easier between pilgrims who does not have the smart phone and also uses different language and dialect,.
Accomplishments that I'm proud of
To make a solution to the issue at hajj from foreigner`s point of view.
What I learned
There are diverse pilgrims with different nationality, culture, language who visit Makkah.
What's next for Q-016_EMOJI
To build a specific application and the sample for new communication.
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