Katuya Yamori
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Katuya Yamori’s research lies at the intersection of social psychology, human–robot interaction, and narrative studies, with a particular focus on how robotic technologies function within care settings. His most cited work examines the “generating process of stories in robot assisted activity,” presenting a case study of pet-type robot interactions at a for-profit nursing home. In this study, Yamori reconceptualizes Robot Assisted Activity (RAA) not merely as a therapeutic intervention, but as a process of collectively constructing and validating stories around the robot’s behavior. Through both qualitative and quantitative analysis of participant interactions—including elderly residents, staff, and facilitators—he reveals how all actors collaboratively interpret and affirm the robot’s actions, thereby co-creating meaningful narratives. This contribution is notable for shifting the discourse from robot functionality to the social dynamics of meaning-making in care environments. With 3 citations, the paper has informed subsequent work in human–robot interaction and narrative gerontology. Yamori’s approach is particularly valuable for students and researchers interested in the socio-psychological dimensions of assistive technology, demonstrating how robots can serve as catalysts for shared storytelling and community bonding in institutional care.
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