Toyota's 'Woven City': Pioneering Innovation Through Collaboration in Japan
Key Ideas
  • Toyota's 'Woven City' near Mount Fuji in Japan is an innovative project focusing on testing and refining new technologies like hydrogen power, autonomous vehicles, and AI.
  • The project aims to transition Toyota from an automotive manufacturer to a 'mobility' company, providing practical and enjoyable solutions for mobility, goods, information, and energy.
  • 'Woven City' will serve as a hub for collaboration among inventors and residents, with a focus on accelerating technology and service innovations to redefine the future of mobility.
Toyota's ambitious project, 'Woven City,' located near Mount Fuji in Japan, is nearing completion with an estimated cost of $10.13 billion. It serves as a 'living laboratory' to test and refine cutting-edge technologies, including hydrogen power, autonomous vehicles, robots, and AI. The city's design includes eco-friendly smart homes powered by hydrogen and solar energy. The project, led by Toyota in collaboration with the architectural firm BIG, aims to pioneer future technologies from scratch. 'Woven City' is divided into pedestrian-only spaces, autonomous vehicle roads, and lanes for bicycles, fostering co-creation among inventors and residents. The city's support systems are geared towards accelerating advancements in technology and services, redefining mobility beyond transportation. This transformation signifies Toyota's shift towards becoming a 'mobility' company, providing innovative solutions for people's well-being. Named after Sakichi Toyoda, the city symbolizes innovation, collaboration, and the continuous drive for progress in technology and urban development.
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