A new tour guided by avatar robot ‘OriHime’ in Nihonbashi area was launched. A pilot can guide a traveler through the ...

They control the robots remotely, not only completing work but also re-establishing connections with the outside world. This is a perfect example of the seamless integration of technology and humanity ...

Deep in Tokyo's Shinjuku district is a place of wonder and technology, an explosive spectacle of robots, glitz and lasers: the Robot Restaurant. Michelle Starr is CNET's science editor, and she hopes ...

The newest employee at a Tokyo 7-Eleven works through the night without a single break. It silently stocks drinks and other products with mechanical precision, and cleans and mops the floor whenever ...

Tokyo-based start-up Tsubame Industries has developed a 14.8-feet, four-wheeled robot that looks like "Mobile Suit Gundam" from the wildly popular Japanese animation series, and it can be yours for $3 ...

Casio Computer is branching out with an AI-powered pet as rising loneliness makes more people turn to chatbots for ...

Japan's biggest convenience store chain has introduced robots on a trial basis in a bid to tackle labor shortages and ...

The robots will also provide event information, guide people to their seats and help disabled spectators by carrying food and other items [Courtesy] Robots are set to be used at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic ...

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From September 10–12, 2025, the International Logistics Exhibition (LTT) will be held at Tokyo Big Sight. At the event, DAMON ...

If you’ve ever wanted to watch a robot high-five Simone Biles after she dismounts, the 2020 Tokyo Olympic Games has that possibility covered. Now they’ll introduce robotic technology. Tokyo 2020 will ...