Robots at the cafe are piloted by people working from all over Japan – and the world (Adam Withnall/The Independent) Japan is running out of workers. With an unemployment rate of just 2.5 per cent, a ...

Japan's ageing population is putting strain on national budgets and society as a whole, but researchers are developing ...

Explore Japan's innovative robotic landscape, showcasing robots that serve in hotels and cafes. Featured in the video is Stefan, recognized as Japan's laziest robot.

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Japan is running out of workers. With an unemployment rate of just 2.5 per cent, a rapidly ageing population and declining ...