At the Osaka Expo, Tommy Displayed Impeccable English skills; Harmony Between Humans and Robots Showcased
Toyota's AI Robot Tommy Shines at Expo 2025 Osaka
At Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, the spotlight is on Tommy, a robot modeled after Yuta Tomikawa, President of Toyota Frontier Research Center. The latest developments in the Tommy Project have enhanced the robot's ability to communicate fluently in English and incorporate real-time web search information into conversations.
The Tommy Project, initiated in 2023, has seen significant strides. In its early stages, the focus was on physical movement synchronization with Tomikawa. This was followed by the integration of generative AI, enabling Tommy to engage in personalized conversations, showcasing smooth movements and excellent pronunciation.
These updates were unveiled during Future Creation Robot Week in July 2025, demonstrating Tommy’s expanding communicative range and global outlook. The project reflects Toyota's ongoing efforts to explore how robots might integrate into society, with a particular focus on observing diverse public reactions at the Expo.
President Koga expressed his interest in these observations, emphasizing the importance of understanding societal responses to robots like Tommy. The robot's presence at the Expo also showcases Toyota's broader engagement with robotics and AI, connecting to visions for future technology such as customized 3D-printed foods and precise task-replicating robots.
As the Expo continues, Tommy's English-speaking abilities are impressing international visitors, providing them with live information about the event. Toyota is also considering developing similar AI robots modeled on other personalities, hinting at future developments in this exciting field.
For multimedia and further updates about Tommy and Toyota’s robotics efforts, visitors can turn to Toyota’s official media channels. The Expo also features 3D printers that craft foods in any shape, further showcasing the potential of technology to revolutionize our daily lives.
[1] Toyota Times News is reporting from Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. [3] Multimedia and further updates about Tommy and Toyota’s robotics efforts are available via Toyota’s official media channels.
In its future developments, Toyota may model AI robots on other personalities, signaling potential advancements in the realm of artificial intelligence and entertainment. The presence of Tommy, an AI robot modeled after Yuta Tomikawa, at Expo 2025 Osaka, also highlights Toyota's exploration of social media integration, aiming to make robots an integral part of our lifestyle and digital communication platforms.
