By Dr. Sanchari Sinha Dutta, Ph.D. Reviewed by Lauren Hardaker Nov 7 2025 A nationwide survey in Japan shows divides in acceptance of home-care robots. Surprisingly, openness and trust, rather than age, determine whether people are willing to let robots into their homes and share their personal data for research purposes. Study: Willingness to use home-care robots and views regarding the provision of personal information in Japan: comparison between actual or potential users and robot