Yoshiteru Tsujigami

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Yoshiteru Tsujigami is a leading voice in the ethical and legal dimensions of robotics for elder care, with a particular focus on Japan’s rapidly aging society. His research navigates the complex intersection of healthcare robotics, law, and bioethics, examining how humanoid caring robots—especially those with communication functions—can be safely and respectfully integrated into older adult care. Tsujigami’s most cited works, including “Potential legal issues when caring healthcare robot with communication in caring functions are used for older adult care” (2020, 15 citations) and “Ethico-Legal Issues With Humanoid Caring Robots and Older Adults in Japan” (2019, 13 citations), have become foundational references for scholars and policymakers grappling with questions of liability, autonomy, and dignity in robot-assisted care. By identifying critical legal gaps and proposing frameworks for responsible deployment, he has shaped the discourse on how to balance technological innovation with the rights and well-being of vulnerable populations. His contributions are particularly notable for bridging Japanese cultural perspectives with global ethical standards, offering a nuanced model for other nations facing similar demographic challenges.