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JAPAN BIZ: Labor-scarce Japan counts on AI-powered robots in broad industries

Kyodo NewsPublished Sep 22, 2026

Japan is addressing its labor shortage by adopting AI-powered robots across industries. Startup Zeals launched the D1 humanoid robot, targeting sales of 100 units by 2027, with trials in hospitals and plans for broader use.

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JAPAN BIZ: Labor-scarce Japan counts on AI-powered robots in broad industries

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