Japan's robot cheerleaders to hit Malaysia this weekend

JAPANESE electronics firm Murata's 10-member android troupe of performers – who went viral with their first synchronised performance back in 2014 – are back with a new routine and a new stage.

The Murata cheerleaders will be performing outside of Japan at the Tech Dome Penang in Malaysia for the first time this weekend.

In fact the robots have their work cut out as they're scheduled to deliver a total of 16 20-minute shows over Saturday, Sunday and Monday.

The performances are in aid of Japan Technology Weekend and as well as going out and spinning around on balls in unison, the cheerleaders will be there as a visual demonstration of how technology can enrich our lives.

Those not lucky enough to be heading to Malaysia this weekend for the show can check out the cheerleaders in the video below.