Teamlab Planets Tokyo: 10 Important Things to Know Before You Go
Visiting Japan is a dream for many and if you’re one among them, you’d definitely want to put Teamlab Planets Tokyo on your itinerary. Located in Toyosu, this modern wonder museum is a treat for all your senses. You get to experience two beautiful gardens (trust me, they’re so much more than just gardens) as well as 4 other immersive experiences spread over huge, artsy spaces. All of this, without taking up a lot in terms of money, time, or energy so that you can add Teamlab Planets Tokyo to your itinerary, even if you have other activities planned for the day.
In this article, I’ll crack open a few basics along with some hidden personal tips that you may not find in other Teamlab Planets reviews. I did learn a few things the hard way and I’m definitely not gonna let you go through it.
Where is Teamlab Planets Located?
Teamlab Planets is located in Toyosu, Tokyo. I visited Teamlab Planets in November, during the autumn season and even before entering the museum area, I was greeted with a beautiful streetwalk lined with Momiji (Japanese red maple leaves) trees. Since my hotel was located central to the city in Nishi Shinjuku, I took the subway to reach the Shin Toyosu station which is the closest train station to the experience centre. Well, I had to change trains three times to reach this place, but Japan’s railway system is so perfect, you just need to put the destination on Google Maps and follow the instructions it gives. You may have to put aside an hour if you’re visiting Shin Toyosu anywhere from the central area of Tokyo. The best thing to do would be to check the duration and the trains a day before or while you plan your itinerary so that you won’t be late.
Book the Teamlab Planets Tickets Early
With the Japanese Yen being at its weakest in 2025 and the Japan Government putting a lot of effort into developing tourism, it’s no surprise that most major tourist attractions are going to be a little crowded. When I say “a little”, it could really depend on the season and the time of the day. However, if you’re visiting places like Teamlab Planets, you don’t really need to worry about it as long as you book your tickets at least 1-2 months in advance. I recommend apps like Klook to book your tickets as it’s super convenient and easy to navigate. Along with the date, you will also need to specify the time of your visit since there are multiple slots throughout the day. You may not get to enter if you miss your slot, so make sure you book the right time keeping in mind your travel time. The last thing you’d want on your trip to Tokyo is to miss something as awesome as this experience, just because you didn’t book early.
Teamlab Planets Ticket Price & Cancellation Policy
I paid about 4270 JPY (about $28) per person for a one-time-entry Teamlab Planets ticket. However, it’s vital to remember that the Teamlab Planets ticket price might slightly vary depending on the dates and time. If you book your tickets on Klook, there won’t be any cancellation charges until a day before the actual ticket date. Isn’t that great? Because we’ve all faced last minute plan changes and we really don’t want to lose our money over something like that. And at the same time, we can’t risk not having the ticket either.
Weekends are Fine, Thanks to the Time Slots!
When going on a vacation, we try our best to make use of the weekends so that we don’t end up taking too many work days off. However, this means that you may have to visit certain places and face the wrath of the weekend crowds. But hey! Teamlab Planets is THE BEST addition for your Friday, Saturday or even Sunday because they only allow a certain number of people into the museum at a time. So, if you’ve booked the 10 am slot, you’d join a limited group of people who have also booked the same time slot.
What to Wear to TeamLab Planets Tokyo?
Now, this is a question a lot of people have considering all the water and mirrors you may have seen while watching videos of Teamlab Planets reviews on YouTube, TikTok, or Instagram. The simple answer is to wear something that is short or can be easily rolled up and tucked safe above your knees. That means no long skirts, dresses, or tight jeans. You will have to walk through water more than once and of course you will be walking on mirrors. A pair of shorts, a knee length dress or skirt would be perfect but make sure to wear safety tights underneath your dress/ skirt so that you won’t flash the entire room with the mirror floor.
6. Footwear Choice & Hygiene
While you do get lockers to leave your shoes before you enter the museum, it’s best to wear something you can easily remove because the locker room is going to be pretty crowded and there aren’t a lot of places to sit and put your shoes back. You will have to walk through a pool of disinfectant solution to clean your feet post which you will also walk through a passage full of cloth cushions to wipe the water off. While the goal is to make sure the place stays clean and hygienic, I must say you should stay away from this experience in case you have a cut, wound, or infection on your feet or anywhere below your knees. As the place is visited by hundreds if not thousands of people from all around the world every single day, your chances of getting a serious infection is much higher if you already have a skin condition.
7. Teamlab Planets Opening Hours & Time Duration
The experience lab operates between 9 am and 10 pm every day including Saturday and Sunday. However, the working hours might differ on public holidays. So, make sure you check the Japanese holiday calendar as well, before planning to visit the place. Now, you may also wonder how many hours to spend in teamLab Planets Tokyo. The whole experience is only about 2 hours. However, I’d throw in an extra 1 hour to change clothes/ shoes, freshen up, have a beverage at the stall nearby etc.
8. Is There Food?
There are one or two refreshment stalls with snacks and beverages in the facility. However, you aren’t allowed to carry any food item inside the art space. Also, I personally felt that these stalls were a bit overpriced and crowded at the same time. Walking around the Skin Toyosu station in the afternoon sun while I was super hungry wasn’t fun at all. So, I’d suggest you eat well before you come. If you walk a bit further ahead, you may have found some better restaurants, but I chose to take the train and eat in Shibuya.
9. Definitely get a Good Camera
Teamlab Planets is an amazing experience; one that you’ll unlikely forget. However, it’d be fun to have some beautiful pictures and videos taken there to refresh your memory once in a while or to share with your loved ones. Since some of the art rooms are dark, you will have to bring a good quality camera to capture the true essence of the experience. If you’ve got a phone that’ll shoot well in dim-lit rooms, that’d work great too!
10. Teamlab Planets vs Borderless: Compare and Choose
Both Teamlab Planets and Teamlab Borderless opened in 2018 and they quickly went viral over the internet to become two of the most popular attractions in Tokyo. However, Teamlab Planets has always been slightly more popular than the latter. Probably because Teamlab Planets offers a more physical experience where you can walk through inclined planes, touch and feel things. Teamlab Borderless is a lot more accessible and less physically demanding as it’s more about digital art and projections. It’d be a better fit in case you have accessibility limitations or if you’re visiting with older people or very young kids. Still confused about which one to choose? Click here for my detailed comparison between Teamlab Planets vs Teamlab Borderless.
