Amazon Japan has introduced AI robots into their workforce, raising questions about the potential implications for human employment. The integration of these AI robots could increase the company's operational efficiency, but some fear resulting job losses. The development underlines Japan’s industry 4.0 transformation. This move is seen as a reflection of the long-standing advancement of technology in the country, confronting its aging workforceship.

This news comes amid Japan's ongoing shifts in industrial labour due to technological advancements and an aging workforce. Japanese society greatly values employment and the prospect of AI robots potentially replacing human jobs stirs mixed feelings — appreciation of having cutting-edge technology, yet fears of unemployment and social implications.

In the US and EU, the automation and technology disruption in the workplace has been a common thread. Though introduction of AI and automation can lead to layoffs, they also open opportunities for new job roles and enhance productivity in many sectors. Job reskilling and upskilling are seen as solutions to match pace with the technology evolution.