2018 is considered to be the “Year of the Dog,” and coincidentally, it’s also the year that Sony Corporation decided to release the new version of their Artificial Intelligence Robot dog, or “aibo,” after going on hiatus in 2006. aibo is said to be the most sophisticated product to be introduced in the robotics market…

Travels become memorable when you get the chance to take on unique experiences, taste great food, and meet foreign people. But it becomes even more memorable with the presence of “wow” factors that are too captivating to forget! Japan has always been among the top destinations for those who are up for anything bizarre or…

Of all the phrases and descriptions associated with Japan – world heritage sites, deep appreciation for history and culture, outstanding cuisine – being a modern, technology-driven country seem to take a back seat. In my opinion, it’s not the ultra-fast bullet trains (shinkansen), or extensive rail network that amazes me but the ordinary, daily things…

Perhaps you’re familiar with all of the points below, and some of you may even have similar experiences in your home country or have experienced it in other places all around the world. So what’s the difference? The answer is, Japan have turned these ideas into a whole new (and sometimes more extreme) level which…

Does your job involve you having to stand for a long period of time? Then worry not as Nitto, a Japanese Company, introduces “Archelis,” the Wearable Chair. It gives you the chance to sit without actually sitting down. It was initially developed to help medical professionals who undergo grueling hours of standing in the operation…

Japan is the land of robots where you are likely to see a variety making sushi, vacuuming, serving tea, greeting guests and even serving as receptionists in some hotels. However, have you ever wondered where it all began? If so, this article will provide a brief introduction to the very first robot in Japan, Gakutensoku,…

Japan, China, and Europe all have high-speed rail connectivity for people to travel faster to their destinations. There are quite a few differences between the French TGV, the Japanese Shinkansen and the Chinese High-Speed Rail (HSR). Let’s have a look at them and see what makes the Japanese Shinkansen unique among all. History jp.fotolia.com/ Bullet…

Being in a place like Japan makes everything an experience. A wonderful experience. But a toilet is just a toilet, full stop. How different could it be? In Japan, the land where everything seems to be possible, using a toilet can also become a new adventure. Black-holes VS Robots When you go to a toilet…