Japan has unveiled the world’s first floating city prototype, called “Aqua Metropolis,” in Osaka Bay. The futuristic project aims to tackle challenges of rising sea levels and limited urban space.
Developed by a consortium of Japanese tech and engineering firms, the city features energy-efficient homes, desalination plants, and floating gardens. It can accommodate 6,000 residents and runs entirely on renewable energy, including solar and tidal power.
Prime Minister Fumio Kishida called it a “vision of sustainable living for the next century.” The initiative has drawn global attention, including from coastal cities in Bangladesh and the Maldives that face similar threats from climate change.
Urban planners from India and Bhutan are reportedly exploring partnerships with Japan for similar water-based infrastructure models. Experts believe this innovation could redefine the future of urban planning in flood-prone regions across Asia.
