Creating a world where everyone can fly freely. Making the sky more accessible with the drone simulator 'GlobeXplore'
ozora Inc. announced its 'April Dream' to make the sky accessible to all through 'GlobeXplore Web', a free, browser-based drone simulator utilizing Google Maps 3D data, which has already attracted over 1,000 users.
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Our company supports 'April Dream,' an initiative that aims to make April 1st a day to share dreams. This press release is the dream of 'ozora Inc.'
## Our Dream
Have you ever wanted to fly in the sky?
Flying like a bird and looking down at an unusual scenery from above. Now, you can experience that just by opening a browser on your smartphone or PC.
ozora Inc. (Headquarters: Tokyo, CEO: Gen Takahashi) is a drone startup with the mission of 'Bringing the possibilities of the vast sky to everyone.' The 'GlobeXplore Web' we developed is a free browser-based simulator that allows you to freely fly over real cities and nature around the world from the perspective of a drone. There's no need to install an app; you can start right away whenever you feel like it.
Drones often have an image of being 'expensive,' 'difficult,' and 'not knowing where to fly them.' In reality, there are many hurdles to getting started in Japan, such as the cost of purchasing the aircraft and understanding the rules regarding flight. Even if you think 'I want to try flying one,' the reality is that there is almost no environment where you can experience it on the same day.
We want to eliminate this wall between 'wanting to try' and 'having tried.' First, we will create an entrance to the sky on the screen so that anyone can touch the experience of flying. That is the starting point of our dream.
## What you can do with GlobeXplore
GlobeXplore Web (https://web.globexplore.app) is a free browser-based drone simulator released in February 2026. No app installation, high-performance PC, or actual drone is required. Just access the site, and you can fly in the sky immediately.
**From above your own house to famous landmarks around the world.**
Because it utilizes Google Maps' 3D data, you can freely fly around real cities, tourist spots, and nature worldwide. From the cityscape of Tokyo and around Mt. Fuji to the streets of New York and Paris, you can enjoy scenery from all over the world from above. Even the scenery you usually see has the charm of looking completely different just by changing your perspective.
**Easy to control, yet deeply engaging.**
It can be operated via smartphone screen touch or a controller, and features multiple flight modes, from GPS mode which facilitates stable flight to Acro mode for advanced users. First-timers can easily enjoy a stroll in the air in GPS mode, and once they get used to it, they can challenge themselves with handling that feels just like the real thing. It's designed so you can comfortably step up at your own pace.
**Even if you fail, you can try again and again.**
Unlike real aircraft, you can try bold maneuvers without worrying about crash risks or repair costs. The ability to practice repeatedly with peace of mind is an appeal unique to simulators.
Thanks in part to this accessibility, since its release, it has been accessed not only from within Japan but also from overseas, and the number of users has exceeded 1,000.
## Our Dream
Have you ever wanted to fly in the sky?
Flying like a bird and looking down at an unusual scenery from above. Now, you can experience that just by opening a browser on your smartphone or PC.
ozora Inc. (Headquarters: Tokyo, CEO: Gen Takahashi) is a drone startup with the mission of 'Bringing the possibilities of the vast sky to everyone.' The 'GlobeXplore Web' we developed is a free browser-based simulator that allows you to freely fly over real cities and nature around the world from the perspective of a drone. There's no need to install an app; you can start right away whenever you feel like it.
Drones often have an image of being 'expensive,' 'difficult,' and 'not knowing where to fly them.' In reality, there are many hurdles to getting started in Japan, such as the cost of purchasing the aircraft and understanding the rules regarding flight. Even if you think 'I want to try flying one,' the reality is that there is almost no environment where you can experience it on the same day.
We want to eliminate this wall between 'wanting to try' and 'having tried.' First, we will create an entrance to the sky on the screen so that anyone can touch the experience of flying. That is the starting point of our dream.
## What you can do with GlobeXplore
GlobeXplore Web (https://web.globexplore.app) is a free browser-based drone simulator released in February 2026. No app installation, high-performance PC, or actual drone is required. Just access the site, and you can fly in the sky immediately.
**From above your own house to famous landmarks around the world.**
Because it utilizes Google Maps' 3D data, you can freely fly around real cities, tourist spots, and nature worldwide. From the cityscape of Tokyo and around Mt. Fuji to the streets of New York and Paris, you can enjoy scenery from all over the world from above. Even the scenery you usually see has the charm of looking completely different just by changing your perspective.
**Easy to control, yet deeply engaging.**
It can be operated via smartphone screen touch or a controller, and features multiple flight modes, from GPS mode which facilitates stable flight to Acro mode for advanced users. First-timers can easily enjoy a stroll in the air in GPS mode, and once they get used to it, they can challenge themselves with handling that feels just like the real thing. It's designed so you can comfortably step up at your own pace.
**Even if you fail, you can try again and again.**
Unlike real aircraft, you can try bold maneuvers without worrying about crash risks or repair costs. The ability to practice repeatedly with peace of mind is an appeal unique to simulators.
Thanks in part to this accessibility, since its release, it has been accessed not only from within Japan but also from overseas, and the number of users has exceeded 1,000.