Ashirase

Ashirase develops a wearable haptic navigation system for people with visual impairments that provides turn-by-turn walking guidance through tactile cues while leaving users' sight and hearing free. Its solution combines an ankle-worn vibrotactile device and a smartphone app that use GPS and routing data to guide outdoor walking and improve mobility and spatial awareness. The company targets visually impaired and low-vision users and related support organizations worldwide to expand independent mobility and encourage more active, confident walking.