Synopsis

Mechanical dolls, or *karakuri-ningyo*, represent a fascinating form of traditional robotics. The ingenuity underlying their construction remains relevant and even practical in modern times. This episode of Japanology Plus explores the world of these intricate automatons. We are joined by Yoshikazu Suematsu, a visiting professor at the Aichi Institute of Technology, who will illuminate the captivating technology that brings these dolls to life. Afterward, in Plus One, Matt Alt gains hands-on exp