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At the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, Japan introduced an innovative robot named "Nikojita Fofo," inspired by the sound "fofo" made when blowing on hot food.
This small, cat-shaped robot is designed to cool hot food creatively and conveniently. The "Nikojita Fofo" uses an internal fan that emits gentle bursts of cool air onto hot foods and drinks, making it more effective than a human’s warm breath. Its compact size and portability allow it to be easily attached to the edge of a soup bowl or coffee cup, making it a practical companion for those sensitive to hot foods.
The robot's name comes from the Japanese word "Nikojita," meaning "cat's tongue," a reference to the inability to tolerate hot food. The concept for the robot was developed by a member of the "Yokai Engineering" team, who sought a simple solution to cool his food while feeding his child.
The "Nikojita Fofo" is set to launch on Kickstarter later this year, priced at just $25.