SoftBank Robotics Launches High-Capacity Automated Cooking Robot 'BOTINKIT Omni'

SoftBank Robotics Corporation (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Fumihide Tomizawa; hereinafter 'SoftBank Robotics') announces the launch of the automated cooking robot 'BOTINKIT Omni' today, expanding its lineup of cooking robots. The product will also be exhibited at 'Health Management EXPO 2026,' held at Tokyo Big Sight starting today.

In recent years, the food service industry has faced chronic labor shortages and rising labor costs, increasing the need for stable meal delivery with limited staff. Beyond restaurants, challenges such as consistent cooking quality, operational efficiency, and large-volume meal preparation are critical across various settings, including corporate cafeterias, hotels, and central kitchens.

Leveraging its expertise in robot deployment and operational support, SoftBank Robotics is expanding its range of cooking robots to support automation, labor reduction, and consistent quality. 'BOTINKIT Omni' supports large-volume cooking for up to 30 people and is designed for use in high-demand environments such as school lunches and corporate cafeterias. SoftBank Robotics will propose optimal cooking robots tailored to kitchen environments and menu offerings, addressing a wide range of challenges in commercial kitchens.

◾️ Product Overview

'BOTINKIT Omni'

A high-capacity automated cooking robot that replicates chefs’ techniques, including stirring, heat control, and seasoning, through programming. It automatically dispenses 13 types of seasonings and uses proprietary 3D立体 cooking and precise temperature control to handle diverse cuisines such as Chinese, Japanese, Western, and ethnic dishes. It can cook meals for up to 30 people in a short time, and after cooking, the pot tilts with one touch to assist with plating, contributing to labor reduction and consistent quality in corporate cafeterias and meal facilities. The robot has obtained U.S. certifications from FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration), NSF (National Sanitation Foundation), UL (Underwriters Laboratories), and FCC (Federal Communications Commission), as well as Japan Food Safety Certification.

For more information, please visit:

https://www.softbankrobotics.com/jp/product/autocook/botinkit/

◾️ Exhibition at 'Health Management EXPO 2026'

SoftBank Robotics will exhibit 'BOTINKIT Omni' and other cooking robots. Attendees can experience cooking demonstrations and tastings to understand how these solutions support kitchen labor reduction, operational efficiency, and high-quality meal delivery.

Event Dates

June 17 (Wed) – 19 (Fri), 2026

10:00 AM – 6:00 PM (until 5:00 PM on the final day)

Venue and Booth Number

Tokyo Big Sight, SoftBank Robotics Booth: East Hall 3, E-20-29

Cooking Robots on Display

・Steam Cooking Robot 'STEAMA' (https://www.softbankrobotics.com/jp/product/autocook/steama/)

・Flame Cooking Robot 'FLAMA' (https://www.softbankrobotics.com/jp/product/autocook/flama/)

・Automated Cooking Robot 'BOTINKIT Omni' (https://www.softbankrobotics.com/jp/product/autocook/botinkit/)

Admission Fee

Free

Organizer

RX Japan LLC

Exhibition Website

Please register in advance via the following site:

https://www.office-expo.jp/hub/ja-jp/about/hel.html

About SoftBank Robotics Corporation

SoftBank Robotics launched the humanoid robot 'Pepper' in 2014, followed by cleaning robots in 2018, serving and transport robots in 2021, and logistics automation solutions in 2022. By leveraging insights and operational data from diverse products, the company provides solutions for effective robot integration, positioning itself as a pioneering robotics integrator (RI). With 21 bases across 9 countries, its products are active globally. Utilizing this global network, SoftBank Robotics pursues Robotics Transformation (RX) based on extensive experience and vast operational data, striving toward a society where humans and robots coexist.