  On 21 April 2018, the citizens of Wako, Japan, interacted in a novel way with
research being carried out at the Astrophysical Big Bang Laboratory (ABBL) at
RIKEN. They were able to explore a model of a supernova and its remnant in an
immersive three-dimentional format by using virtual reality (VR) technology. In
this article, we explain how this experience was developed and delivered to the
public, providing practical tips for and reflecting on the successful
organisation of an event of this kind.
