Lecture | 「不気味の谷」“Uncanny Valley” Is Not What You Think It Is

What did Mori Masahiro really mean by “Uncanny Valley”? Join us for a talk to explore what Mori meant and why his insight still matters.
About this Event

Presented by the Japan Information & Culture Center, Embassy of Japan.

This event is free and open to the public.

Doors open at 6:00 PM.

Lectures begin at 6:30 PM and run approximately 45–60 minutes, followed by a Q&A session.

No admittance after 7:00 PM or once seating is full.

What if we have misunderstood the “Uncanny Valley” (不気味の谷; bukimi no tani) from the start? Japanese engineer Mori Masahiro’s original idea was more than simply a warning about robots that look almost human. He offered a broader perspective on design, perception, and how people react to technology. Drawing on newly discovered sources, this talk will explore what Mori meant and why his insight still matters today.

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Registered guests will be seated on a first come, first served basis. Please note that seating is limited and registration does not guarantee guests a seat.

Agenda

🕑: 06:00 PM
Check-in Begins

Info: No admittance after 7:00 PM or once seating is full.
Registered guests will be seated on a first come, first served basis. Please note that seating is limited and registration does not guarantee guests a seat.

🕑: 06:30 PM
Opening Remarks
🕑: 06:35 PM
Lecture/Talk

Info: Lectures run approximately 45–60 minutes.

🕑: 07:25 PM
Question & Answer

Info: Q&A Sessions begin immediately after the presentation concludes. This time is an estimate and may vary.