Japan tests AI robot monk ‘Buddharoid’ to guide Buddhist faithful

Japan Unveils First AI Buddhist Monk Robot

Credit: Midjourney for GreekReporter Japan has unveiled what researchers describe as its first AI Buddhist monk robot, a humanoid machine designed to support Buddhist clergy as the country faces a shrinking population and a growing shortage of temple priests. Kyoto University researchers presented the robot, known as Buddharoid, at Shoren-in temple in Kyoto. The project aims to preserve religious practice as many temples struggle to remain activ…

Japan tests AI robot monk ‘Buddharoid’ to guide Buddhist faithful

An AI powered robot monk called Buddharoid debuts in a Kyoto temple, answering personal questions and raising new questions about faith and technology.

Japan Introduces Buddharoid, an AI-Powered Humanoid Robot That Brings Buddhist Teachings into Physical Form

Japan introduces Buddharoid, a humanoid robot that physically embodies Buddhist teachings, at a time when temples are having to cope with a monk shortage. Kyoto University researchers collaborated with tech companies Teraverse and X NOVA to build the system around China’s capable Unitree G1 humanoid robot. It has been clad in a basic grey robe [...]