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Japan’s Mirumi bot, a furry robotic bag charm from Yukai Engineering, has stormed social media as 2026’s breakout fashion trend. The gadget is based on a sloth bear and is tilted with its head, nods at a pat, and reacts to touch, released on January 21, 2025, debuting at CES 2025, and launched on Kickstarter. It can also be clipped to bags or belts in either pink, beige or grey (priced at $114), and it outperforms the 2025 trend of Labubu, which has interactive “emotional tech” in its reels of realistic movements. Mirumi finds a place in Gen Z because of its ability to incorporate a combination of cuteness, AI, and wearable style in response to the needs of wellness.
The Mirumi bot uses sensors for subtle movements: head tilts signal curiosity, nods respond to affection, and low battery prompts sad glances.
Post-Labubu, Mirumi captivates with folklore-inspired Yokai design, turning accessories into “happiness ambassadors” for daily wear.
Viral clips show it “watching” owners, sparking memes and pre-order frenzy across TikTok and Instagram fashion circles.
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