This is Paro, one of the world’s most successful therapeutic robots--popular to the extent that some refer to it as “Japan’s pride.” “I came up with the idea for a pet robot because I ...

Paro is a realistic baby harp seal robot for use in therapy and social care. It is covered with anti-bacterial and soil-resistant artificial fur, and has a variety of sensors including tactile, light, ...

Built to resemble a baby harp seal, Paro was hailed in Japan as a pioneer among socially interactive robots, one that would help lift the spirits of millions of elderly adults. Now it's reached ...