Lumos Robotics Overview – Live from IREX Japan 2025

Inside the World’s Biggest Robotics Exhibition

The global robotics industry converged once again at IREX Japan 2025 — the International Robot Exhibition held at Tokyo Big Sight — widely recognised as the largest and most influential robotics trade show in the world. For robotics professionals, manufacturers, integrators, investors, and enthusiasts alike, IREX is where the future of automation is unveiled in real time.

Among the standout innovators this year was Lumos Robotics, a company drawing significant attention for its advanced humanoid and AI-powered service robotics platforms. Their presence at IREX reinforced a major industry shift: robots are no longer experimental novelties — they are commercially viable business tools ready for deployment today.

This article provides a full behind-the-scenes overview of Lumos Robotics at IREX Japan 2025, exploring their technology, capabilities, applications, and what their rise signals for the wider robotics economy.

First Impressions from the Exhibition Floor

Walking onto the Lumos Robotics stand, the first thing that struck visitors was the balance between technological sophistication and commercial accessibility.

Rather than presenting distant futuristic concepts, Lumos showcased robots designed for immediate integration into real-world environments — particularly public-facing sectors where human interaction remains critical.

Their humanoid and semi-humanoid service robots were actively engaging visitors, holding conversations, guiding attendees, and demonstrating touchscreen interfaces — creating a constant flow of foot traffic to the stand.

The design philosophy was clear:

Approachable. Functional. Deployable. Brand-ready.

Core Technology & Platform Capabilities

Lumos Robotics platforms combine multiple advanced technologies into a unified service robot ecosystem.

1. AI Conversational Interaction

At the heart of the robots is an AI-driven speech engine capable of natural conversation, multilingual communication, and contextual responses.

This allows the robots to operate effectively in international venues such as:

• Airports

• Hotels

• Exhibitions

• Hospitals

• Retail centres

Visitors at IREX were able to ask questions, receive directions, and interact conversationally — demonstrating real customer-service viability.

2. Autonomous Navigation & Mobility

Using LiDAR, 3D depth cameras, and sensor fusion technology, Lumos robots navigate complex environments safely and efficiently.

Key mobility features include:

• Obstacle detection & avoidance

• Dynamic path planning

• Crowd navigation

• Autonomous docking & charging

Even on a busy exhibition floor, robots moved smoothly without human assistance — a crucial requirement for commercial deployment.

3. Integrated Touchscreen Displays

Many Lumos robots feature large embedded touchscreen panels, transforming them into mobile digital signage platforms.

These displays enable:

• Advertising & brand promotion

• Wayfinding & maps

• Product browsing

• Event schedules

• Lead capture forms

This dual function — operational assistance + marketing asset — significantly enhances ROI for businesses.

4. Facial Recognition & Engagement Analytics

Select models demonstrated facial detection and recognition capabilities, allowing robots to:

• Personalise greetings

• Identify repeat visitors

• Capture engagement data

• Analyse demographics

This bridges robotics with data intelligence — a major value driver for retail and events.

Real-World Industry Applications

Lumos Robotics’ strength lies in cross-sector deployment flexibility.

Hospitality

Hotels can deploy Lumos robots for:

• Guest greeting

• Check-in assistance

• Concierge recommendations

• Room guidance

This enhances service while reducing front-desk congestion.

Healthcare

Hospitals and clinics benefit through:

• Patient wayfinding

• Appointment guidance

• Information delivery

• Visitor management

Robots help staff focus on care while handling repetitive interactions.

Retail

Retail environments can use Lumos robots for:

• Promotions & offers

• Store navigation

• Product education

• Upselling campaigns

Their novelty also increases footfall and dwell time.

Corporate Reception & Offices

In corporate environments, robots provide:

• Visitor check-in

• ID verification

• Meeting room guidance

• Security integration

They modernise reception while automating admin tasks.

Events & Exhibitions

Perhaps the most natural deployment space, event applications include:

• Meet-and-greet engagement

• Lead capture

• Brand storytelling

• Interactive demos

This is where robotics meets experiential marketing.

Why Lumos Robotics Stood Out at IREX

IREX features hundreds of robotics companies — from industrial arms to agricultural drones — yet Lumos commanded attention for several reasons:

Commercial Readiness

Their robots are deployment-ready, not conceptual prototypes.

Human-Centric Design

Friendly aesthetics increase public acceptance.

AI Integration

Conversational intelligence enhances usability.

Custom Branding

Robots can be skinned for corporate identity.

Multi-Sector Flexibility

One platform serves multiple industries.

This positioning makes Lumos highly attractive to integrators and distributors globally.

The Growth of Service Robotics

Lumos Robotics’ rise mirrors a broader industry trend — the explosive growth of service robotics.

Driving factors include:

• Global labour shortages

• Rising wage costs

• Demand for automation

• AI advancements

• Sensor cost reduction

Service robots are becoming:

• More affordable

• Easier to deploy

• Socially accepted

• Operationally valuable

IREX 2025 made one thing clear: service robotics is no longer emerging — it’s scaling.

Integration & Deployment Considerations

For businesses exploring Lumos Robotics, deployment typically involves:

1. Site Assessment – Mapping navigation environments

2. Use-Case Definition – Greeting, guidance, sales, etc.

3. Software Configuration – Dialogue & workflows

4. Brand Customisation – Visual identity

5. Staff Training – Operational handover

Successful integration depends on aligning robotics with operational processes — not just technology installation.

Sponsors & Industry Partners

Robot Center – Industrial & Collaborative Robotics

Robot Center specialises in next-generation automation solutions across manufacturing, logistics, and inspection sectors.

Services include:

• Collaborative robot integration

• Warehouse robotics

• Inspection robots

• Automation consultancy

• Turnkey deployment

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Robots of London – Robot Hire & Event Robotics

Robots of London is the UK’s leading robot hire and experiential robotics company, supplying cutting-edge robotic solutions for events and brand activations.

Offerings include:

• Humanoid meet-and-greet robots

• Drink-serving robot arms

• AI interactive platforms

• Exhibition engagement tech

• Lead generation robotics

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📧 sales@robotsoflondon.co.uk
📞 0845 528 0404

Robot Philosophy (RoboPhil) – Consultancy, Media & Strategy

Robot Philosophy helps organisations understand, adopt, and monetise robotics through consultancy, workshops, and media.

Using the ROI Method:

Resources – Identify where robots fit
Optimise – Deploy & integrate
Intellectify – Leverage AI & data

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Work With Us

If you are:

• A manufacturer entering the UK

• An event agency seeking robotics

• A business exploring automation

• An investor tracking innovation

Get in touch:

📧 sales@robotsoflondon.co.uk
📞 0845 528 0404

Final Thoughts

Lumos Robotics’ showcase at IREX Japan 2025 represents more than a product display — it reflects the accelerating normalisation of human-robot collaboration in everyday business environments.

As AI advances and hardware costs decline, robots like those from Lumos will become standard operational assets across customer-facing industries.

The question is no longer if businesses will adopt service robotics — but how fast.

For integrators, distributors, and forward-thinking organisations, Lumos Robotics offers a compelling glimpse into that automated future — one where robots don’t replace humans, but amplify productivity, engagement, and commercial impact.

For more robotics insights, exhibition tours, and deployment strategies — stay connected with RoboPhil.