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JPI Seminar: New Frontiers of Robotics with Physical AI

The Japan Planning Institute (JPI) invites participants to an enlightening seminar titled "Exploring New Frontiers of Robotics Through Physical AI: Insights and Future Directions," taking place on June 17, 2026. This event will feature Hiroshi Kondo, Deputy Director and Expert at the Advanced Technology Lab of the Japan Research Institute, who will delve into the transformative impact of Physical AI on robotics.

Seminar Overview

Physical AI, capable of understanding the real world through robotic platforms, adapts flexibly to environmental changes while executing tasks. This technology has gained significant global attention, especially with advancements in generative AI. The seminar aims to explore the newfound possibilities that Physical AI presents, allowing robots to perform tasks previously beyond their capabilities.

Participants can look forward to:
An overview of the architectural implementation that connects robotic foundational models with generative AI.
Latest case studies on humanoid and practical robots, along with key considerations for implementation.
Challenges faced during the adoption of Physical AI in real-world applications and strategies to overcome them.

Target Audience

This seminar is ideal for:
Manufacturing DX and technology departments contemplating AI/robotics integration.
Automation teams in logistics and service industries.
New business and R&D planning divisions.
Advanced technology specialists from consulting firms and system integrators.

Detailed Agenda

1. Introduction to Physical AI
- Definition and relevance of Physical AI
- Factors driving its emergence

2. Technological Trends in Generative AI
- Multi-modal capabilities
- Foundational and inference models
- AI agents and their challenges

3. Current Trends in Physical AI
- Applications of generative AI in robotics
- Robotic foundational models
- Trends in humanoid robots and practical applications
- Examples of robots equipped with generative AI
- Research and development movements

4. Future Outlook
5. Q&A Session
6. Networking Opportunities
This seminar provides a unique chance for direct dialogue and Q&A with industry leaders, fostering valuable networking that transcends industry boundaries. Participants will gain practical information and potential collaboration opportunities, characteristic of JPI's seminars.

Participation Options

In-person Attendance: Available without archiving.
Live Streaming: Available without archiving.
Archive Access: Participants can also sign up to access recorded sessions post-event.
Special price for archive access: 18,500 yen (tax included).

Fees

Individual: 37,290 yen (tax included)
Group (2 or more individuals): 32,290 yen per person (tax included, simultaneous application from the same corporation)
Public officials from local governments can enroll up to two participants at 11,000 yen each (live and in-person attendance only).

For more details and to register, visit JPI Seminar Registration.

Post-Seminar Interaction

Attendees will have the opportunity to pose questions to the speaker after the seminar and facilitate connectivity among participants, potentially leading to new business collaborations.

Contact Information

* Japan Planning Institute
5-2-32 Minamiazabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0047
Phone: 03-5793-9761
Fax: 03-5793-9767
Website: www.jpi.co.jp

About JPI

For over fifty years, JPI has provided exclusive seminars aimed at facilitating the essential exchange of knowledge among senior executives and decision-makers in support of national policies and projects, acting as a bridge between government and private sector intelligence.