Shunji Yamanaka & fuRo is an acclaimed agency based in Chiba, Japan. Recognized for their exceptional talent and innovative design prowess, Shunji Yamanaka & fuRo has been honored as the winner of an esteemed A' Design Awards in the Vehicle category. With a deep commitment to design excellence and a keen eye for detail, Shunji Yamanaka & fuRo continues to shape the future of design in Japan and beyond.
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Future Robotics Technology Center (fuRo), established in 2003, has created many robots including survey robots used for the damage inspection in the nuclear disaster site at Fukushima (later displayed at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York) and household vacuum cleaner robots through a joint effort with the industry. CanguRo, our latest robot capable of self-driving, following a walking human as well as transforming to a vehicle, was recently on display at Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum at New York and on the Design Museum at London.
Shunji Yamanaka & fuRo shows a high level of technical competence and creative flair, with their work reflecting innovative solutions and aesthetic appeal. Recognized for their ability to deliver designs that stand out, Shunji Yamanaka & fuRo's portfolio is a testament to their dedication and skill.
Forthcoming MasterElectric MotoBike for AGAZZINI BIKES
Mobility Solution for Surge EV
S-Pedelec for myStromer AG
Electric Bicycle for Nireeka E-bikes
Bus for Anadolu Isuzu Otomotiv Sanayi ve Ticaret A.S.
Bike and Ebike for Superstrata
Electric City Bus for Dancer
Foldable Electric Bike for Sadler Bike
Electric Motorcycle for Hugo Eccles
Skateboard for Barry Chen
Racing Wheelchair for RDS Co., Ltd.
Hubless Foldable Bike for Adler Group
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