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'A robot is like a friend' in Japan
Japan is pioneering robot technology to help make everyday life easier for people with disabilities.
Pioneering inventions include a robot guide for the blind, and robotic legs which can help disabled people stand up and walk.
The BBC's Roland Buerk reports from Osaka.
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