Japanese convenience store chain begins testing remote controlled robot staff in Tokyo

For years now the convenience store industry in Japan has been facing a labor crisis. In response, the chains have been looking to technology for help. Lawson is currently testing self-payment systems and Family Mart has enlisted the help of Model-T. Designed by Japanese robotics firm Telexistence, Model-T is remote controlled by a human equipped with a VR set using their “Augmented Workforce Platform.”