In the foothills of Japan’s Mount Fuji, Toyota is bringing to life one of the most ambitious urban experiments of the 21st century: Woven City. Dubbed a “living laboratory,” this $10 billion smart city is designed to test and refine cutting-edge technologies from AI and robotics to hydrogen-powered mobility and smart homes in a real-world environment. With its first residents set to move in by fall 2025, Woven City is poised to become the world’s most advanced prototype for sustainable, tech-integrated living. What Is Woven City? Woven City is a 175-acre experimental metropolis built on the site of a former Toyota factory in Susono, Shizuoka Prefecture. Conceived as a “test course for mobility,” the city will serve as a proving ground for autonomous vehicles, robotics, AI, and smart infrastructure. Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda envisions it as an “eternally unfinished city” that evolves through constant innovation and collaboration. Who Will Live There? The first 100 residents—primarily Toyota and Woven by Toyota (WbyT) employees and their families will move in by fall 2025. Over time, the population will grow to approximately 2,000, including inventors, researchers, retirees, and entrepreneurs. These residents, known as “Weavers,” will collaborate with “Inventors” to co-create and test new technologies aimed at enhancing quality of life. The City’s Unique Design Designed by renowned architect Bjarke Ingels, Woven City features a three-layered street system: Autonomous Vehicle Lanes: Dedicated to self-driving cars and delivery robots. Personal Mobility Lanes: For bicycles, scooters, and pedestrians. Green Pathways: Pedestrian-only areas designed as park-like settings. This layout aims to promote safety, efficiency, and harmony between different modes of transportation. AI, Robotics & Smart Living Woven City is a showcase for AI-powered living. Homes are equipped with robotics to assist with daily tasks, AI systems for health monitoring, and smart kitchens with robotic cooking assistants. The city also serves as a testing ground for in-home robots that learn from human demonstrations, such as folding laundry, to streamline household activities. Sustainability at Its Core Sustainability is a cornerstone of Woven City’s design. The city is powered primarily by hydrogen fuel cells, complemented by renewable energy sources like solar and wind. It also features water recycling systems and automated waste collection to promote efficient resource management. In recognition of its environmentally conscious design, Woven City earned Japan's first LEED for Communities Platinum certification. Innovation Partners & Global Collaboration Woven City is attracting a diverse array of partners to co-create its future. Companies like Daikin Industries, DyDo DRINCO, Nissin Food Products, UCC Japan, and Zoshinkai Holdings are already involved, working on projects ranging from pollen-free spaces to innovative vending machine concepts. An accelerator program launching in summer 2025 will invite startups, entrepreneurs, universities, and research institutions to join the initiative. A Vision for the Future Woven City embodies Toyota’s transformation from an automobile manufacturer to a mobility company. By integrating AI, robotics, and sustainable practices into everyday life, the city aims to address societal challenges and enhance human well-being. As Akio Toyoda stated, Woven City is about weaving together diverse talents and perspectives to create a new kind of fabric for our future. As Woven City prepares to welcome its first residents, it stands as a beacon of innovation, sustainability, and human-centric design. By blending cutting-edge technology with a commitment to enhancing quality of life, Toyota's Woven City offers a glimpse into the future of urban living.