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Interactive AI companion dog
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Hardware
Platform
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Languages
Japanese / English
Regions
Japan
Pricing
Paid
Price
Crowdfunding ¥39,800
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Last updated 2026-10-18· Content established
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INU (Japanese for 'dog') is an AI companion robot by Tokyo-based Ludens AI Inc., a team from Tesla, DJI and FITURE, founded by Roy Xue. It debuted at CES in January 2026 and launched crowdfunding in Japan (Kibidango / GREEN FUNDING) in October 2026 at ¥39,800. Its own product page ludensai.com/inu offers product info and reservation, built around an interactive physical AI companion dog.
Background
INU is built by Tokyo-based Ludens AI Inc. (founder Roy Xue; team from Tesla, DJI, FITURE), debuted at CES January 2026 and crowdfunded in Japan October 2026. Its own product page ludensai.com/inu is the brand domain.
Technology
Per site and coverage, INU is a physical AI companion dog; the exact sensors and model approach are not detailed, but the team background spans robotics/AI companies.
Market
Targets users wanting real tactile companionship and CES/crowdfunding novelty; currently in crowdfunding (¥39,800).
Best For
Users wanting physical AI companyFans of robot formCES/crowdfunding watchersOkay with reservation stage
Editorial Note
INU enters with a physical AI companion dog, backed by a strong team and CES exposure — good for users wanting real tactile companionship; it is still crowdfunded, with mass production and delivery unproven.
Strengths
- + Physical robot, tactile company
- + Strong team (Tesla/DJI)
- + CES debut, high visibility
Drawbacks
- − Crowdfunding, not mass-produced
- − Pricy (¥39,800)
- − Delivery/support unproven
Value Assessment：For users wanting real tactile companionship and able to bear crowdfunding risk, INU is a standout; conservative buyers should wait for delivery.
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