Mirumi: Japan's Viral 'Palm-Healing' Bot Takes Internet by Storm, Preorders Open Soon!

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Moneycontrol•06-01-2026, 11:25
Mirumi: Japan's Viral 'Palm-Healing' Bot Takes Internet by Storm, Preorders Open Soon!
- •Mirumi is a new Japanese "palm-healing" furry bot, inspired by sloth bears and Yōkai, created by Yukai Engineering.
- •Introduced at CES 2025, it's designed to evoke tender feelings with subtle, adorable gestures like head tilts and nods.
- •The bot is gaining viral traction, similar to the plush toy Labubu, and is seen as an anti-stress companion.
- •Available for preorder on Kickstarter starting January 21, 2026, in pink, beige, and gray.
- •It can be clipped onto bags and clothes as a fashion accessory and interacts when touched or patted.
Why It Matters: Mirumi, Japan's interactive 'palm-healing' bot, is set to be the next viral sensation.
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