The BBC reports that the japanese are devloping ingenious ways to keep old people happy:
By 2050, the over 65s in Japan are expected to make up a third of the population… and it’s likely that technology will be relied upon to help look after them.
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Akino has been introduced to Primo Puel, an interactive doll that talks, giggles and even asks for cuddles.
It provides her with much of the company she longs for, especially in the evening.
Originally designed to be a substitute boyfriend for young single girls in the workforce, the doll has become an unexpected hit with elderly people across Japan.
Since they came on to the market five years ago, more than one million dolls have been sold.
This once again shows how weird and adaptable the japanese can be. But as long as these robots work for the old people, they do warrent merrit.
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