# OctoChef: robot model

Canonical ID: `a74f5551-4d3f-46af-bba0-3567bad12f16`

- **Slug:** connected-robotics-octochef
- **Form factor:** kitchen_robot
- **Lifecycle:** active
- **Deployments registered:** 0

## Specs

- **workers_replaced_min:** 3
- **monthly_subscription_jpy:** 250000

## Deployments

_No deployments registered for this model._

## Supply chain

_No verified supply relationships on file. Supply-chain coverage is being added across the registry; check back as the seed populates this model's suppliers._

_Suppliers appear when verified with at least two strong sources. Sources are append-only; corrections add new sources rather than rewrite history._

## Common questions

### What is OctoChef?

OctoChef is a kitchen automation robot developed by Connected Robotics (Japan) that automates the full process of making takoyaki, from pouring dough to baking and plating, using a camera system and onboard AI trained via deep learning and computer vision to assess cooking progress. The robot is capable of replacing three to five human workers for takoyaki preparation and uses a subscription model priced at approximately JPY 250,000 per month. Connected Robotics has deployed OctoChef across food service locations in Japan, including a partnership with Seven & i Food Systems for Kanto-area debut.

### Who makes OctoChef?

OctoChef is made by Connected Robotics, based in Japan.

### Where is OctoChef deployed?

No verified deployments of OctoChef are currently on the DEPLOY registry. DEPLOY records deployments only when verified at a named site with a primary source; absence may reflect pre-deployment, research, or manufacturer-internal use.


## Sources (3)

1. **OctoChef - Connected Robotics Inc.** · https://connected-robotics.com/en/product/octochef.html
2. **Connected Robotics raises Series A for service, cooking robots** · https://www.therobotreport.com/connected-robotics-raises-series-a-cooking-robots/
3. https://connected-robotics.com/en/

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