These results are presented by the International Federation of Robotics (IFR).
“Japan is the world´s predominant robot manufacturing country representing 38% of global robot production,” said Takayuki Ito, President of the International Federation of Robotics. “In terms of factory automation, Japan’s automotive industry ranked fourth worldwide with a robot density of 1,531 robots per 10,000 employees in 2023. This is ahead of the United States and Germany only behind Slovenia, Korea and Switzerland.”
The Japanese automotive industry is undergoing a restructuring process to adapt to alternative powertrains. Most car manufacturers plan on expanding their range of battery and fuel cell electric vehicles. Japanese manufactures are also developing hydrogen-fuelled combustion engines.
This portfolio will require the appropriate production technology, driving the installation of robots. Car manufacturers represent approximately 25% of all robot installations on an annual basis in Japan. The electrical and electronics industry is the only sector that installs more robots, as their installations reached about 14,000 industrial robots in 2024, which reflects a 5% decrease.
“The use of robotics not only characterises modern industrial workplaces in Japan, but also contributes to the development in everyday areas of application,” added Ito. “At the ´Future Creation Robot Week´ held during Expo 2025 in July in Osaka, visitors can experience the evolution for a society where robots support everyday life.”
The ‘Future Creation Robot Week’ is running from 13-19 July in Osaka, offering visitors insights into the rapidly evolving world of robotics.
