The rapid evolution of AI technology has begun to shake the foundations of our values and social systems, moving far beyond mere convenience. In response, Tadahiro Taniguchi (Kyoto University professor and robotics expert) along with Takayuki Suzuki (University of Tokyo philosopher) and Ryuichi Maruyama (University of Tokyo philosopher) have co-authored "AI × Philosophy for Living in Modern Society." This landmark publication represents a deep dialogue between engineers and philosophers to redefine the role of artificial intelligence in contemporary life.

The book is structured around three layered perspectives: AI as technology, AI as philosophy of mind, and AI within society. Readers gain a systematic understanding that spans from technical backgrounds like Large Language Models to traditional philosophical inquiries regarding consciousness and emotion in machines. It also addresses modern political and social challenges, such as AI governance and the transformation of democracy. Rather than viewing AI as an external tool, the authors treat it as an indispensable component of human society.

Its significance extends beyond general education; it has been selected as the designated textbook for the "Artificial Intelligence and Human Society" integrated course launching at Kyoto University in April 2026. Yasuo Deguchi (Kyoto University professor) characterizes the current era as a "Generative AI Revolution," envisioning a future where humans and AI harmonize as a single subject—a "WE." Takahiro Anno (AI engineer) also recommends the book for its ability to connect technical mechanisms with the philosophy of consciousness to deepen the question of what it means to be human.

The text covers practical debates, including legal liability for AI outputs and ethical hurdles for autonomous agents in social decision-making. By fusing the insights of Tadahiro Taniguchi regarding "Symbol Emergence Robotics" with analytical philosophy, the work recontextualizes AI intelligence not just as computation, but as a phenomenon involving embodiment and sociality. Ultimately, it moves past binary fears of job displacement to offer a positive outlook on expanding human freedom through collaboration, positioning itself as a pioneer for AI ethics in the global academic community.

The rapid evolution of AI technology has begun to shake the foundations of our values and social systems, moving far beyond mere convenience. In response, Tadahiro Taniguchi (Kyoto University professor and robotics expert) along with Takayuki Suzuki (University of Tokyo philosopher) and Ryuichi Maruyama (University of Tokyo philosopher) have co-authored "AI × Philosophy for Living in Modern Society." This landmark publication represents a deep dialogue between engineers and philosophers to redefine the role of artificial intelligence in contemporary life.

The book is structured around three layered perspectives: AI as technology, AI as philosophy of mind, and AI within society. Readers gain a systematic understanding that spans from technical backgrounds like Large Language Models to traditional philosophical inquiries regarding consciousness and emotion in machines. It also addresses modern political and social challenges, such as AI governance and the transformation of democracy. Rather than viewing AI as an external tool, the authors treat it as an indispensable component of human society.

Its significance extends beyond general education; it has been selected as the designated textbook for the "Artificial Intelligence and Human Society" integrated course launching at Kyoto University in April 2026. Yasuo Deguchi (Kyoto University professor) characterizes the current era as a "Generative AI Revolution," envisioning a future where humans and AI harmonize as a single subject—a "WE." Takahiro Anno (AI engineer) also recommends the book for its ability to connect technical mechanisms with the philosophy of consciousness to deepen the question of what it means to be human.

The text covers practical debates, including legal liability for AI outputs and ethical hurdles for autonomous agents in social decision-making. By fusing the insights of Tadahiro Taniguchi regarding "Symbol Emergence Robotics" with analytical philosophy, the work recontextualizes AI intelligence not just as computation, but as a phenomenon involving embodiment and sociality. Ultimately, it moves past binary fears of job displacement to offer a positive outlook on expanding human freedom through collaboration, positioning itself as a pioneer for AI ethics in the global academic community.