From coffee to kids: This robot fan just got a baby-sized upgrade

Tokyo-based startup Yukai Engineering unveiled Baby FuFu at CES 2026, a portable fan robot designed specifically for babies and toddlers. This product evolved from the company’s earlier novelty drink-cooling robot, Nékojita FuFu, and was developed in direct response to parent feedback. Baby FuFu prioritizes child safety with a protective “slit plate” covering the fan blades to prevent finger contact, and it features adjustable airflow with three strength settings. Its design includes hands and feet shaped to securely grip stroller handles, making it practical for use during walks or errands. The robot gently blows air through its mouth, providing a soft breeze without exposing any moving parts. The development of Baby FuFu was inspired by real parental input, as many parents noted their children enjoyed interacting with the original Nékojita FuFu. Yukai Engineering’s CEO, Shunsuke Aoki, emphasized the company’s goal of blending playful design with practical functionality to address concerns like heat stroke in young children. Baby FuFu