AlonAlon Orchid Garden (Chiba) Launches Remote 'Digital Farm Tours' Using AI Avatar Robot 'temi'
NPO AlonAlon, which supports the economic independence of people with disabilities through orchid cultivation, has introduced the AI robot 'temi' to offer real-time remote tours, overcoming geographical and physical barriers.
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NPO AlonAlon (Chairman: Satoshi Nabe, Isumi City, Chiba), which supports the economic independence of people with disabilities and cultivates/sells high-quality Phalaenopsis orchids, is pleased to announce the launch of its 'Digital Farm Tour' service. This service utilizes the AI avatar robot 'temi,' allowing participants to join in real-time from remote locations.
■ Background: Over 1,000 Visitors Annually vs. Current Obstacles to Visiting
AlonAlon Orchid Garden serves as a model case where cutting-edge cultivation equipment meets support for the independence of people with disabilities. Each year, it welcomes more than 1,000 visitors from Japan and overseas, including corporate CSR representatives, educators, and local governments.
However, many individuals were forced to abandon their plans to visit due to the location in Chiba, physical limitations, or busy work schedules. Last year, in response to a strong request from a resident in London, UK, who 'desperately wanted to see the site,' we conducted a trial remote tour which received extremely high praise. To break down these 'walls of distance and environment' and allow more people to see the forefront of Agri-Welfare cooperation, we have officially introduced this system.
■ Service Features: Immersive Experience as if Walking on Site
The AI avatar robot 'temi' is a mobile communication robot equipped with autonomous navigation. Remote visitors can operate the robot from their own devices and move freely through the vast orchid greenhouses.
1. Easy Access from Any Device
Participate simply by accessing a dedicated link from a PC, smartphone, or tablet. No app installation is required.
2. Two-way Communication
Through video calls, visitors can speak in real-time with local staff and members (users) working hard on cultivation. Questions like 'What are your specialties with these flowers?' can be answered on the spot.
3. Reservations Available 24/7 on the Website
Reservations can be made at any time via the dedicated form on the AlonAlon official website.
■ Comment from Satoshi Nabe, Chairman of AlonAlon
'AlonAlon's activities aim to improve the income of people with disabilities by growing orchids of a quality that competes in business, rather than relying on donations. With the introduction of temi, people from all over the world can now experience our passion and the energy of the site. By utilizing technology, we will increase the transparency of welfare and more widely share the image of people with disabilities working with pride.'
■ Reservation Details
Reservations are now being accepted at the AlonAlon official website (https://alonalon.or.jp/form/online-visit/).
Location: AlonAlon Orchid Garden (Chiba)
Cost: Free (Advance reservation required)
*Online tours are currently held on Tuesdays from 14:15 to 15:00. Please contact us separately for other preferred dates.
About NPO AlonAlon
AlonAlon aims to create stable jobs with a sense of fulfillment for people with intellectual and mental disabilities through a new business model for Agri-Welfare. The goal is to help them acquire skills, grow, and eventually gain the power to be independent after their parents pass away.
About the AI Avatar Robot 'temi'
temi is an AI avatar robot capable of autonomous navigation, equipped with cutting-edge sensors. With a high-resolution camera and high-quality microphone for video calls, and the ability to control movement, it provides an experience as if you are actually there. It also features dialogue functions through ASR and NLP, and allows for custom app implementation via Android OS.
■ Background: Over 1,000 Visitors Annually vs. Current Obstacles to Visiting
AlonAlon Orchid Garden serves as a model case where cutting-edge cultivation equipment meets support for the independence of people with disabilities. Each year, it welcomes more than 1,000 visitors from Japan and overseas, including corporate CSR representatives, educators, and local governments.
However, many individuals were forced to abandon their plans to visit due to the location in Chiba, physical limitations, or busy work schedules. Last year, in response to a strong request from a resident in London, UK, who 'desperately wanted to see the site,' we conducted a trial remote tour which received extremely high praise. To break down these 'walls of distance and environment' and allow more people to see the forefront of Agri-Welfare cooperation, we have officially introduced this system.
■ Service Features: Immersive Experience as if Walking on Site
The AI avatar robot 'temi' is a mobile communication robot equipped with autonomous navigation. Remote visitors can operate the robot from their own devices and move freely through the vast orchid greenhouses.
1. Easy Access from Any Device
Participate simply by accessing a dedicated link from a PC, smartphone, or tablet. No app installation is required.
2. Two-way Communication
Through video calls, visitors can speak in real-time with local staff and members (users) working hard on cultivation. Questions like 'What are your specialties with these flowers?' can be answered on the spot.
3. Reservations Available 24/7 on the Website
Reservations can be made at any time via the dedicated form on the AlonAlon official website.
■ Comment from Satoshi Nabe, Chairman of AlonAlon
'AlonAlon's activities aim to improve the income of people with disabilities by growing orchids of a quality that competes in business, rather than relying on donations. With the introduction of temi, people from all over the world can now experience our passion and the energy of the site. By utilizing technology, we will increase the transparency of welfare and more widely share the image of people with disabilities working with pride.'
■ Reservation Details
Reservations are now being accepted at the AlonAlon official website (https://alonalon.or.jp/form/online-visit/).
Location: AlonAlon Orchid Garden (Chiba)
Cost: Free (Advance reservation required)
*Online tours are currently held on Tuesdays from 14:15 to 15:00. Please contact us separately for other preferred dates.
About NPO AlonAlon
AlonAlon aims to create stable jobs with a sense of fulfillment for people with intellectual and mental disabilities through a new business model for Agri-Welfare. The goal is to help them acquire skills, grow, and eventually gain the power to be independent after their parents pass away.
About the AI Avatar Robot 'temi'
temi is an AI avatar robot capable of autonomous navigation, equipped with cutting-edge sensors. With a high-resolution camera and high-quality microphone for video calls, and the ability to control movement, it provides an experience as if you are actually there. It also features dialogue functions through ASR and NLP, and allows for custom app implementation via Android OS.