<aside> đź’ˇ ORYLAB Co., Ltd. (headquartered in Tokyo, founded in 2012) offers a unique solution to resolve loneliness and enable social participation by transforming "cannot" into "can" through its avatar robot, "OriHime."
At its core, the technology features telepresence robots designed to convey a human's "presence" remotely, allowing users to communicate and participate in society from anywhere based on their own will. A key strength is its focus on human-mediated connection, not reliance on AI. This enables people with physical challenges to engage in diverse social activities, such as working in cafes, attending events, or participating in classes remotely. As an expression that introduces their flagship robot, OriHime, the phrase "aiming for a mobility of the heart" is used, and it is a wonderful one.
The technology provides opportunities for people who face challenges leaving their homes due to illness or physical limitations, as well as those in remote locations, to connect with society without the burden of travel or care. As a result, their business is expanding into areas that address labor shortages in companies, create new employment opportunities, expand educational access, and resolve loneliness through experiential facilities like the "Avatar Robot Café　DAWN ver.β." In an aging society with a declining workforce, ORYLAB's technology, which promotes social participation for individuals with physical constraints, demonstrates significant market potential and societal value.
The company has also begun its global expansion, and there is no doubt that its role will attract significant worldwide attention. I sincerely wish the company continued success in its endeavors. (AS)
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