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SoftBank wants to sell robot waiters to Japanese restaurants
SoftBank will import a US-developed food service robot to Japan as restaurants grapple with labor shortages and socially distancing. Read more…
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Pandemic prompts rethink on the use of robots and AI in Japan factories
The pandemic has spurred the increased use of robots, AI and other technology for quality control and remote monitoring in Japan factories. Read more…
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Japanese foreign holidays are now allowed – virtually
Japanese businessman Katsuo Inoue chose Italy for this year’s summer vacation, and he enjoyed Florence and Rome – without ever leaving Tokyo. Read more…
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Japan still stuck with paper despite 20 years of digital transformation
Two decades after Japan rolled out an ambitious plan to go digital it remains stuck in a paper-driven culture that is hurting productivity. Read more…
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Artificial intelligence (AI) system ensures your sashimi is always delicious
“Disappointing” tuna sparked an idea: an artificial intelligence (AI) system to make sure your sashimi is always delicious. Read more…
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‘Tacnom’ online virtual drinking party site soars in popularity in Japan
Launched amid the pandemic, Tacnom, a Japanese video chat website designed for hosting virtual drinking parties has soared in popularity. Read more…
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Robots greet suspected coronavirus patients in Tokyo
Coronavirus patients with light symptoms arriving to stay at several Tokyo hotels get a pleasant surprise – a robot greeter in the lobby. Read more…
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Avatar robots replace students at Japanese graduation ceremonies
Spring graduation ceremonies in Japan have been cancelled, but students were able to attend remotely by controlling avatar robots from home. Read more…
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Fujitsu launches Japan’s first commercial private 5G network
Fujitsu has been granted Japan’s first commercial Private 5G radio station license and will shortly begin operating a Private 5G network. Read more…
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NTT DOCOMO 5G mobile service launched – Japan’s first
NTT DOCOMO 5G coverage will encompass some 150 locations nationwide initially and then expand to all prefectures by June. Read more…