First announced at CES back in January 2020, Woven City, Toyota's $10 billion futuristic living laboratory near Mount Fuji, is set to welcome its first 100 residents later this year. The city is designed to test and develop driverless cars, smart homes, and robotics in a real-world environment. When complete, the project will house up to 2,000 people.
Blueprints feature solar-powered homes equipped with AI that monitors residents' health and provides daily life assistance. Robotics will play a key role in making life more convenient and efficient.
Streets will be divided into three types of paths: for pedestrians, fast-moving traffic, and slower vehicles, ensuring a safe and smooth flow for everyone.
Select researchers and their families, termed "Weavers," will initially occupy the city to create technologies addressing societal problems.
Limited visits for the public are expected by 2026.
I love this concept and would love to see this at some point.