# Japan's first humanoid robot ambulance hits Tokyo streets

> GMO Internet Group launches a mobile repair service for broken-down robots, complete with spare units ready to swap in.
- Title: Japan's first humanoid robot ambulance hits Tokyo streets
- Summary: GMO Internet Group launches a mobile repair service for broken-down robots, complete with spare units ready to swap in. As humanoid robots enter the…
- Keywords: gmo internet group, gmo air, humanoid robots, tokyo, japan, robot maintenance, unitree, haneda airport, jal ground service, shota takizawa, tomohiro uchida, ai robotics strategy
- Source: Engadget — https://engadget.com/2259628/japan-ambulance-humanoid-robot-on-site-repairs
- Author: Luke James
- Published: 2026-09-16T23:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: gmo internet group, gmo air, humanoid robots, tokyo, japan, robot maintenance, unitree, haneda airport, jal ground service, shota takizawa, tomohiro uchida, ai robotics strategy
## Robot ambulance launches in Tokyo
GMO Internet Group deployed Japan's first humanoid ambulance this month. The van rushes to repair robots that break down on the job.
## Spare robots on standby
The ambulance carries diagnostic tools, spare parts, and engineers. If a robot can't be fixed on site, a backup humanoid swaps in immediately.
## Limited service for now
Only one ambulance operates from Tokyo headquarters. It serves GMO AIR's own deployed robots on a case-by-case basis.
## Already working at airports
GMO AIR runs Unitree-built humanoids as baggage handlers at Haneda Airport. The trial with JAL Ground Service continues through 2028.

> When humanoids become more popular, this kind of service will be needed
## Born from real breakdowns
GMO created the service after damaged robots caused disruptions when sent away for repair. Now they bring repairs and replacements to the site.
## Building ahead of demand
Japan targets 30% of the global robot market by 2040. GMO is gaining field repair experience before humanoids become widespread.
## Key takeaway

As humanoid robots enter the workforce, companies are building support infrastructure like mobile repair services to minimize downtime.