article_snippet.sent: The female-looking robot, named Aiko Chihira, will only speak Japanese - but she is also capable of sign language.
article_snippet.sent: However, Chihira is unlikely to engage in smalltalk Chihira makers admit.
article_snippet.sent: A Toshiba spokesman told the Wall Street Journal that Chihira is programmed with multiple human-like expressions, and that Chihira will offer six-minute guidance to customers with information about the department store including events.
article_snippet.sent: Chihira has appeared at exhibitions and events, but this is the first time Chihira will provide customer service.
article_snippet.sent: Chihira Chihira uses sign language to introduce Chihira to humans.
article_snippet.sent: At present, the android can mimic only simple movements, such as exchanging greetings and signing in Japanese.
highlights_snippet.sent: Aiko Chihira will only speak Japanese - but is capable of sign language .
  