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Japan unveils AI-powered robot monk trained in Buddhist scriptures

Video. Japan unveils AI-powered robot monk trained in Buddhist scriptures

Updated: 25/02/2026 - 17:12 GMT+1

Named “Buddharoid”, the humanoid robot has been trained on vast Buddhist scriptures and can hold engaging conversations while moving and gesturing like a human priest.

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