Update-date: Aug 30 2023
teamLab has become a worldwide sensation, captivating art enthusiasts through its immersive and interactive experiences that make for amazing photos. This article introduces you to the highlights of teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM, which is currently running in Toyosu, Tokyo. It will also showcase some of the finest restaurants in the area.
What Is teamLab?
teamLab is an art collective composed of artists, programmers, engineers, CG animators, mathematicians, architects, and other specialists from a diverse range of fields. Together, they craft immersive digital art experiences through cutting-edge technology that responds to the movements of visitors.
Its exhibitions have become must-sees for travelers to Japan, and their popularity has led to expansions into countries like China, Singapore, Macau, and beyond.
As of July 2023, you can witness its magic in nine places across Japan: Tokyo, Saitama, Akita, Osaka, Tokushima, Fukui, Fukuoka, Saga, and Oita. Seeing the exhibits in each location will no doubt add a lot of fun to your Japan trip!
As of July 2023, you can witness its magic in nine places across Japan: Tokyo, Saitama, Akita, Osaka, Tokushima, Fukui, Fukuoka, Saga, and Oita. Seeing the exhibits in each location will no doubt add a lot of fun to your Japan trip!
What Is teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM?
teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM is conveniently located just a minute's walk from Shin-Toyosu Station on the Yurikamome Line, making it easily accessible from popular Tokyo tourist attractions like the Toyosu Market and Odaiba.
One of its most notable features is that visitors will experience the exhibition barefoot! It comprises four expansive art spaces and two breathtaking gardens, as well as a unique area where visitors can stroll through water while admiring the artwork.
The pathways between these masterpieces are adorned by a variety of colors and enchanting scents, along with different flooring textures, facilitating an ever-changing sensory experience. This journey through darkness heightens your physical senses, engulfing you in a hypnotic world of art.
One of its most notable features is that visitors will experience the exhibition barefoot! It comprises four expansive art spaces and two breathtaking gardens, as well as a unique area where visitors can stroll through water while admiring the artwork.
The pathways between these masterpieces are adorned by a variety of colors and enchanting scents, along with different flooring textures, facilitating an ever-changing sensory experience. This journey through darkness heightens your physical senses, engulfing you in a hypnotic world of art.
teamLab will also appear at Azabudai Hills, a new attraction in Tokyo currently under construction as of 2023. MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM: EPSON teamLab Borderless, which was originally located in Odaiba and closed on August 31, 2022, will relocate and open here.
At the new facility, visitors will be able to enjoy exhibits that further expand the teamLab Borderless concept of wandering, exploring, and discovering in one borderless world. Needless to say, there is much anticipation for this new project!
Highlights of teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM
Among the numerous impressive artworks, one piece that truly stands out and heightens your awareness of being barefoot is Drawing on the Water Surface Created by the Dance of Koi and People: Infinity.
Here you'll walk through the water between gracefully swimming carp. The presence of people and the movements of the carp influence each other, forming a mesmerizing dance. When the carp bump against visitors, they transform into blooming flowers, adding to the spectacle. The flowers match the seasons, ensuring a dynamic and ever-changing display.
This magical artwork is rendered in real-time by a computer program and is in constant transformation, making every encounter a unique and special moment.
Here you'll walk through the water between gracefully swimming carp. The presence of people and the movements of the carp influence each other, forming a mesmerizing dance. When the carp bump against visitors, they transform into blooming flowers, adding to the spectacle. The flowers match the seasons, ensuring a dynamic and ever-changing display.
This magical artwork is rendered in real-time by a computer program and is in constant transformation, making every encounter a unique and special moment.
Another popular creation is the Floating Flower Garden: Flowers and I are of the Same Root; the Garden and I are One. This piece combines the beauty of sound and digital light with the freshness of real flowers. Over 10,000 orchids, which naturally absorb moisture from the air, are cleverly assimilated into the piece to yield a breathtaking sight.
As you step into the mirrored floor space, the flowers will react to your presence, gracefully rising and gently falling when you depart. Walking among these blossoms will envelop you in the harmonious and ethereal beauty of nature.
As you step into the mirrored floor space, the flowers will react to your presence, gracefully rising and gently falling when you depart. Walking among these blossoms will envelop you in the harmonious and ethereal beauty of nature.
How to Make the Most of the Exhibition
Here are some essential tips to enhance your enjoyment!
First and foremost, consider your attire. If you wear long pants or skirts, there's a chance of them getting wet when entering the water-themed spaces. Additionally, be aware that some areas have mirrored floors, which might be a concern with skirts. However, there's no need to worry too much, as you can borrow complimentary shorts before entering the exhibition. Both adult and children's sizes are available, and you can put them on in the changing rooms.
Photography enthusiasts are welcome to take pictures inside the venue, so feel free to snap away to make your social media shine. You can bring in your camera or smartphone, but please refrain from using flash photography or additional lighting, as the artworks rely on delicate lighting effects. The use of selfie sticks and tripods is also not permitted. For peace of mind in dimly lit areas, consider attaching a strap to hang your phone around your neck.
First and foremost, consider your attire. If you wear long pants or skirts, there's a chance of them getting wet when entering the water-themed spaces. Additionally, be aware that some areas have mirrored floors, which might be a concern with skirts. However, there's no need to worry too much, as you can borrow complimentary shorts before entering the exhibition. Both adult and children's sizes are available, and you can put them on in the changing rooms.
Photography enthusiasts are welcome to take pictures inside the venue, so feel free to snap away to make your social media shine. You can bring in your camera or smartphone, but please refrain from using flash photography or additional lighting, as the artworks rely on delicate lighting effects. The use of selfie sticks and tripods is also not permitted. For peace of mind in dimly lit areas, consider attaching a strap to hang your phone around your neck.
Some of the artworks reveal entirely different expressions depending on the time of day. For instance, Moss Garden of Resonating Microcosms - Solidified Light Color, Sunrise and Sunset appear as a collection of differently shaped silver eggs in a vast moss garden during the daytime. However, at sunset, a remarkable transformation occurs: the ovoid structures begin to emit radiant light and change color, spreading to the eggs around them when touched. To witness this magical glow, we recommend visiting after sunset.
Nande-Ya Odaiba Branch (Daiba Station / Izakaya)
After enjoying the art of teamLab Planets, you'll no doubt want to sit down and share the excitement with your friends over a meal. For such occasions, we recommend Nande-Ya Odaiba Branch, a lively and well-priced izakaya! This popular spot offers a delightful array of Japanese, Western, and Chinese dishes sure to satisfy.
Start off with the Goya Chanpuru (850 JPY), a beloved Okinawan specialty. This flavorful dish combines stir-fried goya, a slightly bitter vegetable, with spam, tofu, and eggs. It pairs wonderfully with sake, making it the ideal companion for your drinks. The restaurant also takes pride in serving fresh fish, sourced daily, which you can relish on a hearty sashimi platter.
Start off with the Goya Chanpuru (850 JPY), a beloved Okinawan specialty. This flavorful dish combines stir-fried goya, a slightly bitter vegetable, with spam, tofu, and eggs. It pairs wonderfully with sake, making it the ideal companion for your drinks. The restaurant also takes pride in serving fresh fish, sourced daily, which you can relish on a hearty sashimi platter.
The bright and retro-styled interior has both cozy tatami room seating and spacious table seating options to suit your preferences.
To complement your meal, a hefty selection of beers, sake, shochu, and highballs await, ensuring a wholly satisfying dining experience.
To complement your meal, a hefty selection of beers, sake, shochu, and highballs await, ensuring a wholly satisfying dining experience.
Nande-Ya Odaiba Branch
Open: [Tuesday-Sunday] 11:30 am - 8:00 pm
Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 2,500 JPY / [Lunch] 900 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Daiba Station on the Yurikamome Line; 333m from Daiba Station
Address: 1F, Aqua City Odaiba, 1-7-1, Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Monday
Average price: [Dinner] 2,500 JPY / [Lunch] 900 JPY
Access: 1-minute walk from Daiba Station on the Yurikamome Line; 333m from Daiba Station
Address: 1F, Aqua City Odaiba, 1-7-1, Daiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo Map
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Yakitori Miyagawa Toyosu Branch (Toyosu Station / Yakitori)
Yakitori Miyagawa Toyosu Branch allows diners to indulge in the timeless delight of yakitori, a classic Japanese izakaya dish of succulent chicken skewered and grilled to perfection. They take pride in their commitment to quality, using only the finest domestic chicken sourced from select producers. The result is an exquisite lineup of Japanese chicken dishes centered around yakitori and karaage (deep-fried chicken), which boast a springy texture and rich flavor.
It is recommended to order the Five Assorted Yakitori (1,436 JPY), which are masterfully grilled over high-grade binchotan charcoal. Each morsel is tender, fragrant, and juicy, leaving you both satisfied and craving more.
It is recommended to order the Five Assorted Yakitori (1,436 JPY), which are masterfully grilled over high-grade binchotan charcoal. Each morsel is tender, fragrant, and juicy, leaving you both satisfied and craving more.
The spacious restaurant has 96 seats catering to every preference, including intimate counter seats, comfortable table seats, and traditional sunken kotatsu seats.
Yakitori Miyagawa Toyosu branch
Open: [Weekdays (Monday - Friday)] Lunch 11:30 am - 2:00 pm / Dinner 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm [Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays] Dinner 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 2 minutes walk from Toyosu Station on Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line
Address: 1F, TOYOSU FORESIA, 3-2-24 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo Map
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Closed: Irregular
Average price: [Dinner] 5,000 JPY / [Lunch] 1,000 JPY
Access: 2 minutes walk from Toyosu Station on Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line
Address: 1F, TOYOSU FORESIA, 3-2-24 Toyosu, Koto-ku, Tokyo Map
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teamLab's mesmerizing artworks promise an unforgettable experience, where your very presence serves as an integral part of the display. Use this article as a guide to make the most of your visit to teamLab Planets TOKYO DMM and the restaurants in the area!
Disclaimer: All information is accurate at time of publication.
