The museum uses a complex network of hundreds of high-resolution projectors and computers to render art in real-time without using pre-recorded loops.
The artworks are designed to interact with one another; for example, digital butterflies generated in one room may fly into adjacent installations.
The 'Forest of Resonating Lamps' installation uses proximity sensors to change the color and intensity of lamps based on the distance of the nearest person.
The museum floorplan is intentionally non-linear, meaning visitors often discover different art installations depending on the order they navigate the space.
The digital ecosystem within the museum includes virtual creatures that can 'die' or disappear if they are not interacted with or if they collide with other virtual elements.
Many of the artworks utilize seasonal motifs, such as cherry blossoms or autumn leaves, which shift throughout the calendar year.
teamLab Borderless is a permanent digital art museum featuring a collection of interconnected artworks that move between rooms and influence each other. The facility is housed within the Azabudai Hills complex in Minato City. It operates as a 'borderless' world where art pieces transcend traditional frames, walls, and boundaries. The exhibits use projection mapping, sensory lighting, and algorithmic movement to create evolving visuals based on real-time data and visitor interaction. Visitors navigate a dark, labyrinthine environment where digital flora and fauna react to human presence. The museum functions without a set path, allowing patrons to explore at their own pace. Some installations incorporate physical tactile elements alongside light projections. It is currently located in the Garden Plaza B structure within the newly developed Azabudai Hills district.
The Forest of Resonating Lamps is the most iconic visual spot, characterized by its suspended, color-changing Murano glass-style lamps.
Wear comfortable, flat shoes as the floors are reflective and some areas feature uneven surfaces or mirrors.
Avoid wearing white or light-colored clothing if you want to avoid 'absorbing' the projections onto your body.
Download the official teamLab app prior to your visit to interact with specific installations and see a map of the current active exhibits.
Do not attempt to follow a 'correct' path; the museum is designed for wandering and discovery, so following crowds often leads to missing quieter, smaller installations.
Closed on the first and third Tuesday of every month.
Do not touch the projection equipment; avoid using camera flashes which interfere with the light-based displays.
