In response to its aging population, Japan has introduced robotic caregivers in eldercare facilities across Tokyo and Osaka. These robots, equipped with artificial intelligence and emotional recognition software, assist with mobility, medication reminders, and companionship.
The government-backed initiative aims to fill the growing shortage of human caregivers and improve quality of life for senior citizens. Early reports suggest patients feel “less lonely” and “more independent” with robotic assistance.
Tech companies such as Panasonic and SoftBank are leading the innovation, and Japan’s Health Ministry plans to expand the program nationwide by 2027.
Experts in India and Nepal have shown interest in adapting similar models to improve healthcare accessibility in rural regions.