teamLab Planets Toyosu: Reservations, What to Wear, and Highlights

Stay Dry and Comfortable! Recommended Clothing and What to Bring

At teamLab Planets Toyosu, some installations involve walking through water as part of the artwork. For this reason, there are a few things to keep in mind when choosing what to wear.

Recommended Clothing

• Bottoms that can get wet: In some areas, the water reaches just below an adult’s knees, so trousers that can easily be rolled up, shorts, or half pants are recommended. Quick-drying materials such as polyester or nylon are a good choice.
• If wearing a skirt or dress: Some installations have mirrored floors, so short skirts and dresses may reflect your underwear. Choose a length that can be rolled up to above the knees, or wear safety shorts or inner shorts underneath as a precaution.
• Comfortable clothing: Many installations involve moving your body, so clothes that allow easy movement are ideal.
• Colors that stand out in photos: Since many spaces are dark, white and light-colored clothing tends to photograph well amid the light art.

Useful Items and Facility Services

• Free loan items: Free half pants are available inside the facility for the water areas. Towels are also provided for drying your feet afterward, so you do not need to bring your own.
• Lockers: Shoes and belongings can be stored in free, lockable lockers. There is also space for large items such as strollers and suitcases, allowing you to enjoy the art hands-free.
• Valuables: The facility accepts no responsibility whatsoever for damage, loss, or theft of valuables. When taking photos in areas with water, we recommend taking precautions against dropping your camera or smartphone, such as attaching a strap and wearing it around your neck.

Experience a Dreamlike World! Highlights and Photography Tips

At teamLab Planets Toyosu, you will find an abundance of art to experience with all five senses—not just your sight, but also your sense of touch and hearing.

Main Highlights

• Water-based installations: In “Drawing on the Water Surface Created by the Dance of Koi and People,” you can wade to just below your knees and experience a fantastical world where luminous koi swim around you and turn into flowers that scatter when they touch people.
• A universe of light: “The Infinite Crystal Universe” is an installation in which countless points of light spread out around you, making you feel as though you are in outer space.
• Gardens of flowers: In “Floating in the Falling Universe of Flowers,” you can immerse yourself in a space filled with flowers that change over time. “Floating Flower Garden,” featuring 13,000 real orchids floating in the air, is another popular installation.
• New areas: New installations designed for physical play, including “Athletics Forest” and “Learn! Future Amusement Park,” which opened in January 2025, offer an even more diverse range of experiences.

Photography Tips

• Choose the right time: If you want photos with fewer people, try visiting just after opening or shortly before closing on a weekday.
• Make the most of the light: In dark spaces, you can capture atmospheric photos by making use of the light and movement of the installations. A lens with a wide aperture can help you take even more beautiful photos.
• Think about composition: The impression a photo creates can change significantly depending on what you make the focal point and where you position your subject. Look through the viewfinder and try to find subjects that stand out in the darkness.
• Smartphone photography tips: Smartphones are more than capable of taking beautiful photos here. Try using the wide-angle lens or portrait mode to make your subject stand out.
• Be considerate of others: Follow proper etiquette when taking photos so as not to inconvenience other visitors. Tripod use is often restricted, so be sure to check the rules.

Getting to teamLab Planets Toyosu

teamLab Planets Toyosu is conveniently accessible by public transportation.

Nearest Stations

• Yurikamome “Shin-Toyosu Station”: The closest station, approximately 1 minute on foot from the North Exit.
• Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line “Toyosu Station”: Approximately 10～11 minutes on foot from Exit 7.

Access from Major Stations

• From Tokyo Station:
  • Take the JR Yamanote Line to Yurakucho Station (approximately 2 minutes), transfer to the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line and travel to Toyosu Station (approximately 8 minutes), then transfer to the Yurikamome to Shin-Toyosu Station (approximately 1 minute).
  • A taxi takes approximately 15 minutes.
• From Ginza-itchome Station:
  • Take the Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line to Toyosu Station (approximately 6 minutes), then transfer to the Yurikamome to Shin-Toyosu Station (approximately 1 minute).

Important Notes

• Parking: There is no dedicated parking lot for the facility. Public transportation is recommended.
• Crowded buses: Toei Bus route 都05-2, which travels toward Shin-Toyosu from Tokyo Station, Ginza, and Tsukiji, may be crowded, so consider other forms of public transportation as well.

Tips for Enjoying Your Visit While Avoiding Crowds

To enjoy the popular teamLab Planets Toyosu comfortably, it is important to understand crowd levels and plan accordingly.

• Visit on a weekday morning: Weekday mornings tend to be relatively less crowded. The period immediately after opening is especially suitable for taking your time with the installations.
• Visit in the evening: Some installations have a different atmosphere during the day and at night, so entering in the evening or later is also recommended if you have time. However, it may be crowded shortly before closing.
• Time required: A typical visit takes approximately 1.5 to 3 hours. If you want to take your time photographing the installations, allowing at least 2.5 hours is a good idea.
• Check official information: Check the official website and social media in advance for the latest information on crowd levels and opening hours.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Are same-day tickets available? Can I enter without a reservation? A. Following the renovation, same-day tickets are generally not sold inside the facility. Tickets are for specified entry times, and they often sell out, particularly on weekends and public holidays, so be sure to book online in advance.

Q. What happens if I am late for my reservation time? A. The designated entry time provides a 30-minute admission window. Being slightly early or late may be acceptable, but you may be denied entry if you arrive late, so make sure to arrive with plenty of time.

Q. How wet do you get inside the facility? A. In the water-based installations, some areas have water reaching just below an adult’s knees. Free half pants and towels are available, so there is no need to worry.

Q. Can I enter with a stroller or wheelchair? A. Strollers are not permitted inside and must be left in the designated area. Wheelchairs may be difficult to use in some installations, so we recommend contacting the facility in advance.

Q. Can I eat inside the facility? A. The facility includes the vegan ramen restaurant “Vegan Ramen UZU Tokyo” as well as food stands, where you can enjoy meals and light snacks.

Summary

teamLab Planets Toyosu is a place where you can become one with digital art and enjoy a unique experience through all five senses. With its extension through the end of 2027 and the addition of new areas, it has become even more appealing. Book your tickets in advance, choose suitable clothing for the water exhibits, and keep these photography tips for its fantastical spaces in mind to create unforgettable memories.

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