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2025-2033 年日本机器人市场规模、份额、趋势和预测(按产品类型和地区)Japan Robotics Market Size, Share, Trends and Forecast by Product Type, and Region, 2025-2033 |
2024 年日本机器人市场IMARC Group为 28 亿美元。该市场正在快速成长,主要得益于工业自动化的进步和对服务机器人的需求不断增长。此外,人工智慧(AI)和机器学习(ML)的快速融合、协作机器人的出现以及医疗保健和老年护理机器人技术的成长进一步促进了市场的扩张。
工业自动化的进步极大地推动了日本机器人市场的发展。该国的製造业,特别是汽车、电子和机械行业,继续采用机器人系统来提高效率和精度,并降低生产过程中的营运成本。这一转变符合日本努力维持其在全球高科技製造业领先地位的努力。例如,2024年,丰田宣布在东京台场1.5平方公里的区域推出免费的4级自动驾驶服务,并于2025年过渡到付费机器人出租车服务。和机器学习,增强了机器人的功能和适应性。对能够处理多样化和复杂任务的灵活自动化解决方案的需求不断增长,进一步扩大了机器人应用的范围,并引起了市场的投资和成长。
推动日本机器人市场成长的另一个主要因素是对服务机器人的需求不断增加。随着人口老化,医疗保健部门和老年人护理部门正在逐步整合机器人技术来帮助完成家务劳动。这些机器人正在迅速与先进的感测器和人工智慧驱动的通讯相结合,以提高安全性和便利性。与此相呼应的是,最近物流、零售和酒店等其他行业也迅速采用服务机器人来改善客户体验和营运效率,这反过来又有利于全国市场的成长。例如,2024年7月,日本最大的铁路营运商西日本旅客铁道公司(JR West)推出了用于维护任务的多功能铁路重型设备机器人。该机器人是与 Nippon Signal 和 Jinki Ittai 合作开发的,可在高达 12 公尺(39 英尺)的高度运行,并可处理高达 40 公斤(88 磅)的重量。该机器人透过 VR 护目镜和专门的手动控制器进行控制,可提高生产力、降低工人风险并减少体力需求。这突显了日本对服务机器人的需求不断增长,以解决劳动力挑战和提高铁路维护等关键产业的效率。
人工智慧与机器学习的融合
人工智慧和机器学习在机器人市场的融合是日本机器人市场的主导趋势之一。高度先进的机器人系统已经开始获得更先进的人工智慧驱动功能,使它们能够执行复杂的任务,适应动态环境,并与人类毫无摩擦地互动。人工智慧和机器学习功能使机器人能够从资料中学习、提高营运效率并做出即时决策。尤其是工业和服务机器人,灵活性和高精度是最迫切的需求。该国的目标是保持其在技术领域的领先地位。对人工智慧驱动的机器人技术的投资将迅速增加。例如,2024年,微软宣布未来两年在日本投资29亿美元,以增强其云端运算和人工智慧基础设施,这是其在日本的最大承诺。该计划包括扩大数位培训计划,在三年内为超过 300 万人提供人工智慧技能,并建立一个专注于人工智慧和机器人技术的实验室。
协作机器人(Cobots)的扩展
采用协作机器人或协作机器人是日本机器人市场的最新趋势之一。协作机器人是允许人与机器之间协作的机器人,涉及各个领域,包括製造、医疗保健和物流;这些机器人提高了生产力和安全性,同时解决了日本因人口老化而导致的劳动力短缺问题。灵活性、易于整合和成本效率使得协作机器人在中小型企业中更有吸引力,可以自动执行繁琐或危险的重复任务。协作机器人的日益普及标誌着跨产业共享人机协作的趋势。例如,2024 年,安川推出了 YMConnect SDK,这是一个跨平台库,使自订 PC 应用程式能够透过乙太网路控制机器人,提供直觉的 API、C++ 17 支援和全面的文件。 YMConnect 的推出与工业环境中协作机器人 (cobot) 的日益普及相一致。
医疗保健和老年护理机器人技术的发展
日本目前面临的人口挑战正在推动机器人技术在医疗保健和老年护理领域的应用取得进展。老年人口的增加也推动了对辅助机器人的需求,包括提供行动支援和健康监测的辅助机器人,其护理能力正在不断提高。此外,手术机器人和医疗程序自动化系统越来越多地被医疗机构所接受,并改善了患者的治疗效果。例如,2024 年,NVIDIA 与 Jetson Thor 一起推出了人形机器人基础模型 Project GR00T,该模型由 Blackwell GPU 提供支持,可提供 800 teraflops 的 AI 性能,并透过生成式 AI 更新了 Isaac™ 机器人平台工具。这些主要部署在医院。这一趋势表明机器人技术在满足关键社会需求方面所发挥的作用,因为它推动了卫生部门的效率和创新。总而言之,这些进步凸显了机器人技术对日本经济和社会的重大变革影响。
The Japan robotics market size was valued at USD 2.8 Billion in 2024. Looking forward, IMARC Group estimates the market to reach USD 3.2 Billion by 2033, exhibiting a CAGR of 1.8% from 2025-2033. The market is witnessing rapid growth, principally bolstered by advancements in industrial automation and escalating demand for service robots. Additionally, the rapid integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), advent of collaborative robots, and growth in robotics for healthcare and elder care further contribute to the market expansion.
Advances in industrial automation significantly drive the Japanese robotics market. The country's manufacturing sector, especially in the automotive, electronics, and machinery industries, continues to adopt robotic systems to enhance efficiency and precision, and reduce operational costs in production processes. This shift is in line with Japan's push to retain its lead in high-tech manufacturing at the global level. For instance, in 2024, Toyota announced the launch of a free Level 4 self-driving service in a 1.5 square kilometer area of Odaiba, Tokyo, transitioning to a paid robotaxi service in 2025. Robotics integration into production lines is further augmented by technological innovations such as artificial intelligence and machine learning, which enhance the functionality and adaptability of robots. The constantly increasing demand for flexible automation solutions, that are able to handle diverse and complex tasks, is further expanding the scope of robotics applications and causing investments and growth in the market.
Another major factor driving the growth of Japan's robotics market is the increasing demand for service robots. With an aging population, the healthcare sector and elder care are progressively integrating robotics to provide assistance with household tasks. These robots are rapidly being incorporated with advanced sensors and AI-driven communication, enhancing safety and convenience. In line with this, recently, other industries, such as logistics, retail, and hospitality, are also rapidly adopting service robots to improve customer experience and operational efficiencies, which, in turn, is favoring the market growth across the country. For instance, in July 2024, West Japan Railway Company (JR West), Japan's largest rail operator, introduced the Multifunctional Railway Heavy Equipment robot for maintenance tasks. Developed in collaboration with Nippon Signal and Jinki Ittai, the robot can operate at heights up to 12 meters (39 feet) and handle weights of up to 40 kilograms (88 pounds). Controlled via VR goggles and specialized hand controls, the robot enhances productivity, reduces worker risks, and enables less physically demanding operation. This highlights Japan's rising demand for service robots in addressing labor challenges and enhancing efficiency in critical industries like rail maintenance.
Integration of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
The integration of AI and ML in the robotics market is one of the leading trends in Japan's robotics market. Highly advanced robotics systems have started to gain more advanced AI-driven capabilities, allowing them to perform complex tasks, adapt to dynamic environments, and engage with humans without any friction. The AI and ML capabilities empower the robots to learn from data, improve operational efficiency, and make real-time decisions. This can be really seen especially with industrial and service robots, where flexibility and high accuracy are the most urgent needs. The country aims to hold on to its leadership in the world of technology. Investments in AI-powered robotics will augment rapidly. For instance, in 2024, Microsoft announced a $2.9 billion investment in Japan over the next two years to enhance its cloud computing and AI infrastructure, marking its largest commitment in the country. This initiative includes expanding digital training programs to equip over 3 million individuals with AI skills in three years and establishing a lab focused on AI and robotics.
Expansion of Collaborative Robots (Cobots)
Adopting cobots, or collaborative robots, is one of the most recent trends in the Japanese robotics market. Cobots are robots that allow collaboration between humans and machines, across various sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, and logistics; these robots yield increased productivity and safety while coping with labor shortages in Japan due to its aging population. Flexibility, ease of integration, and cost efficiency are what make cobots more attractive to implement in small and medium-sized enterprises for automating tedious or hazardous repetitive tasks. The increasing adoption of cobots signifies a trend toward shared human-robot collaboration across different sectors. For instance, in 2024, Yaskawa introduced YMConnect SDK, a cross-platform library enabling custom PC applications to control robots via Ethernet, offering intuitive APIs, C++ 17 support, and comprehensive documentation. The introduction of YMConnect aligns with the growing adoption of collaborative robots (cobots) in industrial settings.
Growth in Robotics for Healthcare and Elder Care
Advances in the application of robotics in healthcare and elder care are being driven by the demographic challenges presently facing Japan. An increasing elderly population is also driving demand for assistive robots, including those providing mobility support and monitoring health, and whose caregiving capabilities are on the rise. Furthermore, surgical robots and automated systems for medical procedures are being increasingly accepted in healthcare facilities and improving patient outcomes. For instance, in 2024, NVIDIA launched Project GR00T, a foundation model for humanoid robots, together with Jetson Thor, which is powered by the Blackwell GPU and offers 800 teraflops of AI performance, and updated the Isaac(TM) robotics platform with generative AI tools. These are primarily deployed in hospitals. This is a trend indicating the role that robotics serves in fulfilling critical societal needs as it propels the health sector's efficiency and innovation. Taken together, these advances highlight the significantly transformative effects of robotics on Japan's economy and society.
Industrial
Type
Articulated
Cartesian
SCARA
Cylindrical
Others
Service
Type
Personal and Domestic
Professional
Application
Household Applications
Entertainment Applications
Defense Applications
Field Applications
Logistics Applications
Healthcare Applications
Infrastructure Applications
Mobile Platform Applications
Cleaning Applications
Others
The industrial type within the product segment includes articulated, cartesian, SCARA, cylindrical, and other robot types, each designed for specific manufacturing and automation needs. Articulated robots excel in tasks requiring flexibility, such as welding and assembly, while cartesian robots offer precision in linear operations like pick-and-place tasks. SCARA robots are ideal for high-speed, repetitive actions, and cylindrical robots handle tasks within defined circular areas. These types address Japan's demand for automation in industries like automotive and electronics, enhancing efficiency, precision, and adaptability in the robotics market.
The service type within the product segment encompasses personal, domestic, and professional robots designed for applications such as household tasks, entertainment, defense, field operations, logistics, healthcare, infrastructure, mobile platforms, and cleaning. In Japan, these robots address critical societal needs, including elder care and healthcare support, while enhancing operational efficiency in logistics and infrastructure maintenance. Personal and domestic robots improve daily living, while professional robots cater to industries requiring precision and scalability. This diverse application scope supports Japan's robotics market growth and addresses challenges like labor shortages and aging demographics.
Prominent global corporations, alongside leading domestic firms, drive intense competition within Japan's robotics market. Established players maintain dominance in industrial robotics by utilizing cutting-edge automation technologies, while emerging companies concentrate on service and collaborative robotics, addressing sectors such as healthcare and logistics. Ongoing investments in research and development, strategic alliances, and efforts to expand market presence further heighten competition in this rapidly evolving industry. For instance, in October 2024, Toyota Research Institute and Hyundai's Boston Dynamics have partnered to advance AI-powered humanoid robots. The collaboration combines Toyota's advancements in large behavior model learning with Boston Dynamics' robotics expertise, including the Atlas robot. Focus areas include human-robot interaction and developing multi-tasking robots for applications in factories and elder care. Boston Dynamics plans to deploy narrowly-focused robots in Hyundai factories within a few years, while both companies work on long-term AI-enabled systems.
The report provides a comprehensive analysis of the competitive landscape in the Japan robotics market with detailed profiles of all major companies.
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