It refers to technologies that autonomousize and intellectualize physical field operations like manufacturing, logistics, and construction, rather than just processing data on screens.

Why is Physical AI important now?

It is expected to solve Japan's on-site challenges such as labor shortages and the transfer of skilled expertise, acting as a 'new labor infrastructure' to maintain supply capacity.

Do Japanese companies have a competitive advantage?

Yes, by integrating Japan's strengths in precision machinery, control technology, and tacit knowledge accumulated on-site with AI intelligence.

Announcement of the Publication of 'The Forefront of Physical AI in 60 Minutes' by Firstlight Capital Managing Partner Chiamin Lai

Published Jul 17, 2026 6:00 PM ・ Updated Jul 18, 2026 5:34 PM ・ 2 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Chiamin Lai, Managing Partner of Firstlight Capital, will publish his first book, 'The Forefront of Physical AI in 60 Minutes,' via Gijutsu-Hyohron Co., Ltd. on August 6, 2026. The book provides an introductory look at how Physical AI technologies are reshaping labor and industrial structures, from a venture capitalist's perspective.

Firstlight Capital, a venture capital firm themed around 'creating new industries in a society with a declining population,' is pleased to announce the publication of the first book by our Managing Partner, Chiamin Lai, titled 'The Forefront of Physical AI in 60 Minutes' from Gijutsu-Hyohron Co., Ltd. It is scheduled for sequential release starting Thursday, August 6, at bookstores nationwide and online book retailers including electronic versions, with pre-orders starting today on Amazon.

This book organizes the key issues that business people and investors need to grasp—from robot foundation models, edge semiconductors, and humanoids, to RaaS, industrial applications, and winning strategies for Japanese companies—so they can be overviewed in 60 minutes.

Author Profile Chiamin Lai A venture capitalist focusing on investment themes in Physical AI and Industrial AI. Director of the Japan Venture Capital Association (JVCA).

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Announcement of the Publication of 'The Forefront of Physical AI in 60 Minutes' by Firstlight Capital Managing Partner Chiamin Lai

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Author Profile Chiamin Lai A venture capitalist focusing on investment themes in Physical AI and Industrial AI. Director of the Japan Venture Capital Association (JVCA).

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