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Published online by Cambridge University Press: 09 March 2009
This paper will review, firstly, the state and trend of robotics in Japan, and secondly, how to promote a rapid increase of robot population in Japan. Finally, in anticipation of the coming 21st century, human-robot symbiosis is discussed in connection with social implications.
* It is hoped that the controversial opinions expressed by Professor Kato in this extended editorial will attract diverse contributions from our readers (Editor).