Weavers Are the Heart of Woven CityWeavers Are the Heart of Woven City
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About our own lives, or the world at-large, From family and friends to strangers unknown, What's immediately ahead and the future so far, Through the mind thoughts freely roam.
A curious question, a hopeful rumination, Or pondering the solution to a common complication; All often passing by without further contemplation.
Woven City never overlooks each seed of potential, We value every feeling, however fleeting, For this is a city where taking action is essential.
However heavy or light, please share it with me, There lies the path to a more connected "we."
Tomorrow flourishes when we tend to today, A beautiful foundation is what we will lay. Innovative solutions to make your life better, It spreads to others and makes the world all the brighter.
Woven City is a place to test and co-create products and services that will become the future fabric of life, together with people who share the spirit of “for others." Woven City aims to enhance well-being for all by solving social issues through the movement of people, goods, information, and energy ("the Four Pillars of Mobility")
Applications for Weavers (residents), who are passionate about creating new value for society and weaving well-being for all into the future together, are now open!
Application Period
1:00 PM on Wednesday, August 5th to 1:00 PM on Wednesday, August 19th, 2026 (JST)
We may accept applications outside of the application period above as necessary due to demonstration experiment schedules and other factors. Application requirements may vary based on demonstration experiment circumstances at the time of application.
Eligibility
Individuals whose primary applicant has a Resident Record (Juminhyo) in Shizuoka Prefecture as of August 5th, 2026
Please note that we will not be able to offer this opportunity to those who do not meet the eligibility.
Weavers are the residents and visitors of Woven City who co-create inventions.
In Woven City, Inventors with the spirit of "for others" come together. Weavers are the ones who co-create the inventions in Woven City. Not only do Inventors work on their inventions, but Weavers share the challenges and ideas they face in their daily lives. Together with everyone in the City, Woven City aims to deliver technologies and services that become the "future fabric of life" to society and enhance well-being for all.
Weavers are the residents and visitors of Woven City who are passionate about mobility and ready for a hands-on opportunity to contribute to a more connected future. They come from diverse backgrounds, bringing with them unique perspectives to co-create innovative products and services alongside Inventors. Each individual is invited to determine their own level of involvement in the development of these exciting technologies. At Woven City, Weavers get a front row seat to innovation.
Inventors
Composed of Toyota Group, third-party companies, start-ups and academia, Inventors are the innovative minds developing various products and services aimed at transforming the world of mobility as we know it today. They have the rare opportunity at Woven City to co-create with the city’s residents and visitors to receive real-time, valuable feedback throughout the product development cycle. Whether it's exploring new products and services or evaluating what already exists, Inventors can see how their initiatives perform in daily life. All inventors are offered access to Woven Inventor Garage, Woven City's proprietary service designed to accelerate the innovation process.
Share Toyota Woven City's philosophy "for others" and help co-create the "future fabric of life."
Have passion for "expanding mobility" and aspire to create a more prosperous society.
Understanding Woven City is a city as a test course, comply with various rules in Woven City, including safety measures, and exercise maximum consideration to ensure all individuals and families, as well as all stakeholders associated with Woven City can live and conduct experiments safely and securely.
Understand that Woven City is an "ever-evolving city" and maintain a positive attitude toward equipment outages and other unforeseen circumstances.
Be comfortable with instructions and materials in English as some inventors and residents use English as their primary language.
Be able to operate tools and services provided by Woven City*
Recommended Smartphone Specifications At Toyota Woven City, we strongly recommend bringing an iOS/Android smartphone device for daily life, to facilitate participation in demonstration experiments, and to manage personal data. For smartphones, we ask you to bring your private smartphone that you can use for personal purposes rather than the one provided by the company.
Operating Requirements for the Application ("hereafter, app") Operating requirements (iOS and Android versions) for apps needed for the demonstration experiments and daily life will be established individually for each app, so we ask that you verify the operating requirements for the apps you will use after you move in.
Woven City, where Weavers live, offers a range of features designed to support Inventors build the "future fabric of life."
1:00 PM on Wednesday, August 5th to 1:00 PM on Wednesday, August 19th, 2026 (JST)
We may accept applications outside of the application period above as necessary due to demonstration experiment schedules and other factors.
Application requirements may vary based on demonstration experiment circumstances at the time of application.
Number of Households
In this round of the application process, we are looking for approximately 25 households.
Number of Residents Designed for
Rent
Unit Size
1R/1K/1LK
1 person
Approx. ¥50,000 to 100,000
Approx. 20-35㎡
1LDK
2 people
Approx. ¥100,000 to 110,000
Approx. 40-45㎡
2LDK/ 3LDK
3 people or more
Approx. ¥160,000 to 220,000
Approx. 75-130㎡
Approx. ¥240,000 to 280,000
Approx. 140-180㎡
Some floor plans may include rooms such as a storage room.
Floor plan details will be explained during the Residential Floor Plan Presentation in October 2026.
Co-creation services offered may vary by unit.
There are various floor plans available, and the rent varies depending on the unit. We will explain and propose floor plans by combining multiple factors, such as your preferences, various layout types, and co-creation projects inside and outside the unit.
Co-Creation Participation (Residency) Period
March 2027 to the end of February 2029 (2 years)
This period serves as the standard residency term under the fixed-term lease agreement. Depending on demonstration experiment schedules and other factors, we may ask residents to extend the residency period.
Moving to Toyota Woven City is planned for March 2027 onward.
Access
1117 Mishuku, Susono, Shizuoka
Application Requirements
Eligibility
Individuals whose primary applicant has a Resident Record (Juminhyo) in Shizuoka Prefecture as of August 5th, 2026
Please note that we will not be able to offer this opportunity to those who do not meet the eligibility.
Primary Applicant
Be at least 18 years of age at the time of application
Be the contracting party for all agreements related to residency (such as a fixed-term building lease agreement)
Become the head of the household after moving in
Once the application has been completed, the “primary applicant” cannot be changed.
Guarantee Company
In concluding the fixed-term building lease agreement, you will be required to use a guarantor company designated by Woven by Toyota.*¹ Details will be provided at the Residential Floor Plan Presentation scheduled for October 2026.
1An initial guarantee fee (40% of the monthly rent) and an annual renewal guarantee fee (¥13,000 per year) will apply.
After you select your preferred floor plan at the Residential Floor Plan Presentation, the guarantor company will conduct a screening of the lease agreement applicant (the primary applicant). Depending on the circumstances, you may be asked to submit additional documents.
Japanese Nationality or Resident Status
All prospective residents of the household must continuously hold Japanese nationality or residency status during the residence period. For foreign nationals, they must provide proof of their period of stay at the Discover Woven City scheduled in September 2026.
Proof of period of stay refers to certificates issued by governmental bodies, such as a passport (travel document), residence card, certificate of eligibility for residence status, permission for activities outside qualification, or special permanent resident certificate.
Discover Woven City and Residential Floor Plan Presentation
All prospective residents*¹ of the household must participate in Discover Woven City*² scheduled for September 2026 and the Residential Floor Plan Presentation scheduled for October 2026.
1If there is a member who is unable to participate, a custodian/guardian or adult guardian will need to participate on your behalf.
2All prospective residents of each household must present identification at the Discover Woven City. Identification includes one of the following: driver's license, My Number Card (individual number card),residence card, driving record certificate, or passport (travel document).
Data Provision and Use of User Profiles
All prospective residents in each household must agree to share necessary residency data*¹ and provide consent for the use of their image*².
2Images of Woven City residents may appear on television, in newspapers and magazines, on the internet, social media, and other media through news coverage of Woven City or other parties designated by Woven by Toyota, Inc. or Toyota Motor Corporation.
If your household includes anyone under 18 during the residency period, consent for sharing personal information is required as follows:
For residents aged 16 to 17: Consent from both the resident and their parent/legal guardian
For residents under 16: Consent from their parent/legal guardian
Schedule Until Move-in
2026Jul
Application Starts
Application Period
Aug
Notification*
Sep
Mandatory ParticipationDiscover Woven City
Oct
Notification*
Nov
Mandatory ParticipationResidential Floor Plan Presentation
As the application requires detailed information,
we recommend completing your application on a PC.
FAQ
We sincerely apologize, but property viewings will only be available after the lease agreement has been concluded. In addition, at the Residential Floor Plan Presentation, we will introduce the proposed floor plans using a virtual viewing tool.
This initial residency period is 2 years; however, depending on demonstration experiment schedules and other factors, we may ask residents to extend the residency period.
The move-in period is scheduled to begin gradually from March 2027.
Only specific units allow pets, and the number of these units is limited. If you wish to keep a pet, please be sure to indicate this on the application form. For details on permitted pets, please check here. Also, if you decide to keep a pet after moving in, please contact Woven City Contact Center in advance.
Yes, we have facilities such as a small supermarket, a restaurant, a clinic, a nursery school, and a laundromat.
These may subject to change
If there are residents under the age of 18, consent for the provision of personal information is required as follows:
For residents aged 16 to 17: Consent from both the individual and a legal guardian is required.
For residents under 16: Consent from a legal guardian is required.
Yes, you may lease parking spaces within Woven City. Parking for a second vehicle or more will be offered based on availability.
These may subject to change
Yes, certain rules apply to all units, such as a restriction on outdoor drying of laundry for aesthetic reasons. Additional rules may vary by unit. Detailed information will be provided during the Residential Floor Plan Presentation scheduled in October 2026.
You may withdraw your application at any time before the contract is concluded. Please note that the security deposit paid prior to the contract may be non-refundable depending on the reason for withdrawal. We appreciate your understanding in advance.
If you have any concerns or questions, please feel free to contact the Woven City Contact Center.
Yes, all Weavers (residents) are required to relocate their base to Woven City. It is necessary to transfer your residence registration to Susono City.
The available floor plan types vary according to the Number of Households. Please refer to the table listed under Number of Households.
At the Residential Floor Plan Presentation scheduled for October 2026, we will present proposed floor plans, and you will be asked to decide whether to proceed with an application. We will select and present the floor plans by combining multiple factors such as your preferences, various types of floor plans, and co-creation projects inside and outside the unit.
The designated school district is Susono Municipal Tomioka Daiichi Elementary School and Susono Municipal Tomioka Junior High School. You can also use the Inventive School provided by the Z-kai Group. If you would like to use it, it requires a separate application and fee.For more details, please refer to the dedicated website: Z-Kai Inventive School.
Contact
Woven City Contact Center
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to the contact center.
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