"Yukai Engineering has taken an unexpected turn with its latest robotics innovation. The Tokyo-based startup unveiled Baby FuFu at CES 2026, a portable fan robot designed specifically for babies and toddlers. This isn't just another tech gadget-it's a thoughtful response to parent feedback and a clever evolution of the company's existing product line. Baby FuFu is essentially a supersized version of Yukai's popular Nékojita FuFu, the drink-cooling robot that captured attention at previous tech shows."
"Safety sits at the heart of Baby FuFu's design. The robot features a specialized "slit plate" inside its mouth that keeps fan blades completely enclosed, protecting curious little fingers from any contact. The internal fan draws air from the bottom and pushes it out through the robot's mouth, creating a gentle breeze without exposed moving parts. Designer: Yukai Engineering The design proves remarkably practical for parents on the go."
"Three airflow strength modes provide flexibility for different situations and temperatures. According to Shunsuke Aoki, CEO of Yukai Engineering, the product emerged organically from customer experiences. Parents reported that their children loved playing with the original Nékojita FuFu, pretending to fan their faces and blow-dry their hair. Many customers explicitly requested a fan version, leading the team to develop a robot that makes personal cooling fun while addressing the ser"
Baby FuFu is a portable fan robot sized and shaped for babies and toddlers, adapted from Yukai's Nékojita FuFu drink-cooling robot. The device encloses fan blades behind a specialized "slit plate" and draws air from the bottom to push a gentle breeze out of its mouth, preventing finger contact with moving parts. Hands and feet are molded to grip stroller handles for hands-free cooling, and the angle can be adjusted to target airflow. Three airflow strength modes provide situational flexibility. The robot targets a mid-2026 launch and carries an expected price of $50–$60.
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