Tokyo
SVRC's Japan hub for robotics R&D partnerships
Tokyo Robotics Market
Tokyo Robotics Ecosystem
Universities & Research Labs
Japan's premier robotics research university. The JSK Lab (Jouhou System Kougaku) is world-renowned for humanoid robotics, while the Intelligent Systems and Informatics Lab pushes the boundaries of manipulation, learning, and perception for autonomous systems.
Strong programs in mechatronics, legged locomotion, and industrial robotics. Tokyo Tech's research groups collaborate closely with Japanese manufacturers on next-generation production robotics.
Pioneer in humanoid robotics research dating back to the 1970s WABOT project. Waseda's Humanoid Robotics Institute continues foundational work in bipedal locomotion, human-robot interaction, and assistive robotics.
Key Companies & Industry
World's largest manufacturer of industrial robots. Headquartered at the foot of Mt. Fuji, FANUC's yellow robots are deployed in factories worldwide. Their CRX collaborative robot line represents a major push into the cobot market.
One of the Big Four industrial robot manufacturers globally. Motoman robots are standard in automotive and electronics manufacturing. Yaskawa's Tokyo R&D center drives innovation in servo motors and motion control.
Both automotive giants maintain significant robotics R&D divisions in the Tokyo area. Honda's legacy includes ASIMO; Toyota Research Institute (TRI) in Tokyo works on manipulation, household robotics, and human-support systems.
SoftBank commercializes Pepper and NAO for service robotics. Preferred Networks, a Tokyo AI unicorn, is building foundation models for industrial and household robots with deep learning expertise.
Robotics Verticals in Tokyo
Manufacturing & Automotive
Japan leads the world in industrial robot density. Tokyo-area manufacturers deploy tens of thousands of robotic arms for welding, assembly, painting, and inspection. SVRC leases supplementary hardware for production line pilots, R&D experimentation, and new cell integration testing.
Service & Hospitality Robotics
Japan is the world's most advanced market for service robots. Hotels, restaurants, retail stores, and airports across Tokyo deploy delivery robots, reception robots, and cleaning robots. SVRC supports companies piloting new service robot concepts in real-world Japanese environments.
Eldercare & Assistive Robotics
Japan's aging population creates urgent demand for care robots, mobility assistance, and monitoring systems. Government programs like the Moonshot R&D Program fund ambitious robotics for elderly care. SVRC provides hardware for research and clinical evaluation projects.
Construction & Infrastructure
Major Japanese construction firms (Shimizu, Obayashi, Takenaka) are deploying robots for welding, concrete work, and site inspection. Tokyo's ongoing infrastructure projects create demand for pilot programs with autonomous construction platforms.
Japan & South Korea Markets
Tokyo serves as SVRC's base for serving the Japanese and South Korean robotics markets — the two most robotics-dense economies in the world by robot-per-worker ratio.
Full coverage across the Greater Tokyo Area, Kansai (Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe), Nagoya industrial corridor, and Tsukuba Science City. Japan is the world's second-largest robotics market and home to more robot manufacturers than any other country.
Seoul, Suwon, and Daejeon. South Korea has the world's highest robot density in manufacturing. Samsung, Hyundai, and LG all maintain major robotics divisions. SVRC ships from Tokyo to Korean clients with streamlined Japan-Korea logistics.
Local Research Highlights
Research from Tokyo's institutions shaping the future of robotics.
Decades of pioneering humanoid research from musculoskeletal robots to full-body motion planning. The JSK Lab's work on tendon-driven humanoids and whole-body manipulation directly influences next-generation robot design.
Japan's largest public research organization with extensive robotics programs spanning humanoid platforms (HRP series), collaborative robots, and safety standards that shape global industrial robotics regulation.
Tokyo-based AI research company building large-scale foundation models for industrial robot control and household manipulation, bridging deep learning and physical robot deployment.
Robot Leasing Prices
Starting rates for this location. Quarterly leases = 10% off. Annual = 20% off. All include delivery, setup documentation, and remote support.
| Robot | Type | Monthly | Annual |
|---|---|---|---|
| OpenArm 101 | Research Arm | $800 | $640 |
| UR3e Cobot | Collaborative Arm | $1,200 | $960 |
| UR5e Cobot | Collaborative Arm | $1,500 | $1,200 |
| Unitree G1 | Humanoid Robot | $2,500 | $2,000 |
| Unitree Go2 | Quadruped Robot | $900 | $720 |
| Teleoperation Kit | Data Collection | $1,800 | $1,440 |
Custom configurations and enterprise volume pricing available. Contact us for a tailored quote. We can invoice in JPY upon request.
Common Questions
What is the minimum lease term?
Minimum lease term is 1 month. Quarterly leases (3+ months) receive a 10% discount, and annual leases receive a 20% discount off the monthly rate.
What's included in the lease?
All leases include: delivery and return shipping, setup documentation, remote technical support, and software updates. On-site setup and operator training available for enterprise contracts.
How quickly can I get a robot delivered in Japan?
For in-stock units in Tokyo, same-day or next-day delivery is available within the Greater Tokyo Area. For units shipping from our US facilities, standard delivery is 5-7 business days with full customs documentation handled by SVRC.
Can I purchase the robot after leasing?
Yes. SVRC offers lease-to-own arrangements. Lease payments can be credited toward purchase price on annual contracts. Contact us for lease-to-own pricing.
Do you also serve South Korea from Tokyo?
Yes. Our Tokyo hub serves both Japan and South Korea. We ship to Seoul, Suwon, Daejeon, and other Korean cities with streamlined Japan-Korea logistics and full customs documentation. We can invoice in JPY, KRW, or USD.
How We Operate in Tokyo
SVRC's Tokyo presence provides direct access to the world's most mature robotics market. Japan accounts for nearly half of global industrial robot production, and Tokyo is the center of gravity for R&D, venture capital, and government robotics programs. We work with Japanese companies, universities, and government agencies to provide hardware infrastructure for research and pilot deployments.
- Robot leasing and rental — Fast access to robotic arms, mobile manipulators, and humanoid-ready systems
- Data collection services — Teleoperation, annotation, and learning-ready dataset production
- Pilot deployment support — Site planning, safety readiness, and rollout playbooks
- Operator enablement — Training for internal teams before and during pilot launches
- Japan-Korea logistics — Cross-border shipping to KR with streamlined customs and documentation
Japan is the birthplace of industrial robotics. SVRC is your Silicon Valley hardware partner in Tokyo.
Contact us at contact@roboticscenter.ai for robotics rental scope, timeline, and pricing in Tokyo and Japan.
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