teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM

Interesting facts

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   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.

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   The artworks are designed to interact with one another; for example, digital butterflies generated in one room may fly into adjacent installations.

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   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.

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   The museum floorplan is intentionally non-linear, meaning visitors often discover different art installations depending on the order they navigate the space.

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   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.

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   Many of the artworks utilize seasonal motifs, such as cherry blossoms or autumn leaves, which shift throughout the calendar year.

Overview

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.

Insider tips

• 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.