Development of Pediatric Walking Assist Robot Challenging Next Goal! [Total Support Exceeds 4 Million Yen]
AssistMotion has achieved its initial crowdfunding goal for a pediatric walking assist robot, raising over 4 million yen. They are now targeting a 5 million yen next goal to build a second prototype.
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Children practicing walking
AssistMotion Inc. (Headquarters: Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture; President: Minoru Hashimoto) has achieved the initial goal in its crowdfunding campaign ("Pediatric Walking Assist Robot Development Project" on "READYFOR") that started on March 16, and is now challenging the next goal of [5 million yen].
This project started with the aim of responding to the children's desire to "walk" and expanding their options. In about a month since its launch, it has received support and sympathy from many people. Currently, the total amount of support has exceeded 4 million yen, and the project page has been viewed by more than 16,000 people, generating a great response.
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What can be done with the Next Goal
Achieving the initial goal has made it possible to produce one prototype. However, since we have received many inquiries from people saying, "I want to try it!", we have set a next goal of 5 million yen to deliver it to as many children as possible. Achieving the next goal will enable us to produce two prototypes, which is expected to have the following effects:
- Reduction of waiting time for those wishing to experience it
- Creation of more demonstration opportunities in medical and welfare fields
- Simultaneous progression of demonstration experiments and improvements
["Development of Pediatric Walking Assist Robot" Crowdfunding Overview]
Project Name
"I want to walk to mom" Walking practice with a pediatric walking assist robot! (https://readyfor.jp/projects/165143)
Crowdfunding Period
Monday, March 16, 2026 - Thursday, May 14
Platform
Crowdfunding site "READYFOR"
Target Amount
5,000,000 yen (Next Goal)
Rewards
Original eco-bag, right to propose a nickname, name listed on website, etc.
Use of Funds
- Materials and processing costs for improved prototypes
- Advertising costs
- Fees
Here are some of the supportive messages we have received from donors so far:
- I believe this is a very wonderful and meaningful research and development that provides hope. I support you so that it will reach those who need it for a long time to come.
- Please give dreams to many children, I am cheering for you. Good luck!
- I hope my child can use it too. Please keep doing your best!
- I will support you for the future where children can walk.
- I sincerely hope for a future where as many children as possible can feel the joy of walking, just like Minato-kun and Riona-chan.
- Good luck! My grandchild also has a walking disability. I hope these devices will be widely used.
About AssistMotion Inc.
Our company is engaged in the research, development, manufacturing, and sales of walking assist robots to stay close to people who wish to walk on their own feet. A "small step" by children may expand their potential and become a major catalyst to change their lives. This project goes beyond mere equipment development; it aims to expand children's potential through the experience of "walking." We ask for your continued support and cooperation from everyone toward achieving the next goal.
* This product is a device that assists walking motions and is not a medical device intended for the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of diseases in the wearer.
[Company Profile]
Company Name: AssistMotion Inc.
Headquarters Location: 2-16-24 Fumiiri, Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture
President: Minoru Hashimoto
Business Activities:
- Manufacturing, sales, research, and development of walking assist robots and walking practice support robots
- Manufacturing, sales, research, and development, and applied product development of soft actuator PVCGEL
Established: 2017
Website: https://assistmotion.jp/
[Contact Information]
Tel / Fax: 0268-75-8124
Email: contact@assistmotion.jp
AssistMotion Inc. (Headquarters: Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture; President: Minoru Hashimoto) has achieved the initial goal in its crowdfunding campaign ("Pediatric Walking Assist Robot Development Project" on "READYFOR") that started on March 16, and is now challenging the next goal of [5 million yen].
This project started with the aim of responding to the children's desire to "walk" and expanding their options. In about a month since its launch, it has received support and sympathy from many people. Currently, the total amount of support has exceeded 4 million yen, and the project page has been viewed by more than 16,000 people, generating a great response.
See Details
What can be done with the Next Goal
Achieving the initial goal has made it possible to produce one prototype. However, since we have received many inquiries from people saying, "I want to try it!", we have set a next goal of 5 million yen to deliver it to as many children as possible. Achieving the next goal will enable us to produce two prototypes, which is expected to have the following effects:
- Reduction of waiting time for those wishing to experience it
- Creation of more demonstration opportunities in medical and welfare fields
- Simultaneous progression of demonstration experiments and improvements
["Development of Pediatric Walking Assist Robot" Crowdfunding Overview]
Project Name
"I want to walk to mom" Walking practice with a pediatric walking assist robot! (https://readyfor.jp/projects/165143)
Crowdfunding Period
Monday, March 16, 2026 - Thursday, May 14
Platform
Crowdfunding site "READYFOR"
Target Amount
5,000,000 yen (Next Goal)
Rewards
Original eco-bag, right to propose a nickname, name listed on website, etc.
Use of Funds
- Materials and processing costs for improved prototypes
- Advertising costs
- Fees
Here are some of the supportive messages we have received from donors so far:
- I believe this is a very wonderful and meaningful research and development that provides hope. I support you so that it will reach those who need it for a long time to come.
- Please give dreams to many children, I am cheering for you. Good luck!
- I hope my child can use it too. Please keep doing your best!
- I will support you for the future where children can walk.
- I sincerely hope for a future where as many children as possible can feel the joy of walking, just like Minato-kun and Riona-chan.
- Good luck! My grandchild also has a walking disability. I hope these devices will be widely used.
About AssistMotion Inc.
Our company is engaged in the research, development, manufacturing, and sales of walking assist robots to stay close to people who wish to walk on their own feet. A "small step" by children may expand their potential and become a major catalyst to change their lives. This project goes beyond mere equipment development; it aims to expand children's potential through the experience of "walking." We ask for your continued support and cooperation from everyone toward achieving the next goal.
* This product is a device that assists walking motions and is not a medical device intended for the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of diseases in the wearer.
[Company Profile]
Company Name: AssistMotion Inc.
Headquarters Location: 2-16-24 Fumiiri, Ueda City, Nagano Prefecture
President: Minoru Hashimoto
Business Activities:
- Manufacturing, sales, research, and development of walking assist robots and walking practice support robots
- Manufacturing, sales, research, and development, and applied product development of soft actuator PVCGEL
Established: 2017
Website: https://assistmotion.jp/
[Contact Information]
Tel / Fax: 0268-75-8124
Email: contact@assistmotion.jp