This is it. The future is here because Robot Rental service is now a thing. Well, at least it is in Japan. Meet Robo Renta — Japan’s new take on “try before you buy,” but with robots instead of shoes. Forget saving up for that pricey humanoid assistant or robotic pup; now you can rent one by the night. Need a humanoid to greet guests with a perfect bow or a dog-like robot to patrol your office without needing walks? They’ve got you covered.
Robo Renta lets individuals and businesses rent the latest humanoids (hello, Unitree G1!) for around 50,000 yen per night (that’s about 345 USD), or a dog-style robot (Unitree Go2) for just 5,000 yen (~ 35 USD). That’s cheaper than your average Tokyo hotel stay—and with fewer complaints about noisy neighbors.
The service isn’t just about short-term fun either. It’s perfect for events, exhibitions, or testing if robots can actually do your job without union complaints. Delivered right to your doorstep with easy return shipping, Robo Renta removes the risk and high cost that usually comes with robot adoption. Plus, they provide setup help and a user guide, so you won’t accidentally start a robot uprising.
Behind this futuristic idea is Digital Information Strategy Office Inc., led by a former self-defense forces communication expert turned AI consultant, aiming to make robot usage as common as your morning coffee.
So, whether you want to impress clients, wow your friends, or just see if a robot dog will fetch better than your real one, Robo Renta has made it ridiculously easy. Japan’s robotics game just leveled up—and you don’t even need a space-age credit card to join in. And most definitely no cryptocurrency required.
Images: Robot Renta [JP].
