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Woven City: A sneak peek into Toyota’s futuristic smart city

David Ijaseun by David Ijaseun
January 7, 2025
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Toyota is set to launch its groundbreaking smart city, Woven City, at the base of Mount Fuji this year. The initiative, designed as a “living laboratory,” will combine cutting-edge technologies to redefine urban living.

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The first 100 residents—primarily Toyota employees and their families—are expected to move in by fall. Over time, the population will grow to 2,000 as part of the city’s phased development. Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda, speaking at CES in Las Vegas, emphasized the project’s innovative vision. “This year, residents will begin to move in as we slowly bring Woven City to life,” he said.

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A Hub for Innovation

Woven City will serve as a testbed for technologies like artificial intelligence, robotics, self-driving cars, and smart homes. The city will operate sustainably, powered by hydrogen fuel cells and advanced renewable energy systems. “We aim to accelerate the pace at which new technologies can be tested and developed,” Toyoda added.

The project, first announced five years ago, reflects Toyota’s broader commitment to shaping a sustainable and innovative future. “As global citizens, I believe Toyota has a responsibility to invest in our collective future,” Toyoda said.

Challenges and Investment

Despite its promise, Woven City is not expected to generate immediate profit. Toyota’s Chief Financial Officer, Kenta Kon, described it as a “big investment” but declined to provide specific figures. Reports suggest that Toyota Chairman Akio Toyoda has personally invested in the venture.

Woven’s CEO Hajime Kumabe expressed optimism about the long-term potential. “While profitability is challenging to quantify, our innovations will transform Toyota’s carmaking and urban mobility,” he said.

Revolutionising Vehicles and Beyond

A key component of Toyota’s vision is Arene, a new vehicle operating system aimed at reducing development costs and accelerating innovation. The system will roll out in Toyota’s next-generation electric vehicles starting in 2026.

Although Woven City won’t initially use Arene in mass-production vehicles, Chief Technology Officer John Absmeier confirmed it would eventually support mobility functions within the city. “This project extends beyond cars to redefine how people interact with urban environments,” Absmeier explained.

Future Access

Woven City will remain closed to the public for at least two years as Toyota refines its technology. The company views this project as a critical step toward building smarter, more sustainable cities worldwide.

As Toyota turns its ambitious vision into reality, Woven City offers a glimpse of how technology could transform urban life. While challenges remain, the project stands as a bold statement of Toyota’s commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Read more on Luxury Lexus EVs to roll out of Toyota’s first independent factory in China by 2027

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