Mirumi - Japan's mini charm "emotional robot" has become internet's new obsession after Labubu. Designed to spread joy with its simple yet expressive lifelike movements, it's a reflection of country's deep-rooted connection with robots. Companions, friends, protectors, helpers - for Japan, robots are not just machines. They are emotional infrastructure to make people feel safe, loved and understood. Is Japan showing us a different way to love technology? #mirumi #japanculture #japan #robotics #c

Humanoid robots showed off rescue skills, dance moves and household tasks at Tokyo’s 2025 International Robot Exhibition, where developers from Japan and China highlighted rapid software gains and future uses in disaster zones and daily life. | Reuters