In this article, I would like to introduce the “Avatar Robot Cafe DAWN ver.β,” which opened in June 2021.

The “Avatar Robot Cafe DAWN ver.β” is an experimental cafe where people who have difficulty going out due to serious illness or disability can work by remotely controlling their own avatar robot, called “OriHime,” as a pilot. This experiment is a truly remarkable initiative that allows people who have given up working to participate in society as they are. This initiative has been tested three times in the past, but it has finally become a permanent fixture here in Nihonbashi, a place that continues to evolve while preserving its history.

Of particular interest is the serving that takes place at the “Bar” and “Tele-Barista” corners. Here, the pilot remotely controls the robot to brew and serve you a cup of coffee and chocolate to your liking. I’m sure you’ll be amazed by the robot’s dexterity and delicate movements, most likely beyond your imagination. The robot also provides detailed explanations about the coffee and chocolate, so you can choose your favorite while enjoying a conversation. The robot, which talks while moving its hands and neck, is quite adorable, and even though it is remote-controlled, it gives you the sensation of having a person right in front of you. There is also an area where you can chat with the pilots while enjoying your meal or coffee, allowing you to experience a refreshingly unique time.

If you are ever in the Nihonbashi area, be sure to visit the fascinating “Avatar Robot Cafe DAWN ver.β.” No doubt, you will want to experience the futuristic world created by the pilots over and over again.