Where to see teamLab art for free in Tokyo

While it’s technically a part of teamLab Planets, this creation is completely free to see if you’re in Toyosu. ‘Universe of Fire Particles Falling from the Sky’ is a digital waterfall that changes its flow based on the viewer’s proximity to the art. The monolith features bright red and orange flames tumbling down, similar to volcanic eruption. Influenced by human presence, the waterfall changes as a person steps onto the floor panel and the shape of the flames change to create a ‘black absolute presence’ behind the person's feet.

You’ll find this teamLab-designed mural, made with techniques similar to those used in traditional Japanese screen paintings, on the first floor of Tokyo Skytree. Spread across thirteen monitors, this hand-drawn and digitally composed mural showcases Tokyo Skytree and its surroundings in a distinct style reminiscent of an Edo-era ukiyo-e (woodblock) print. Look closely and you’ll spot your favourite landmarks, including the Rainbow Bridge, Sumida River and Sensoji Temple, as well as some traditional city festivals and Japanese spirits. 

Ritzy department store Ginza Six is also home to a teamLab piece, ‘Universe of Water Particles on the Living Wall’. The 11m-tall artwork is featured on a wall in the department store and displays a perpetually falling LED waterfall, a quiet, soothing complement to the surrounding luxury shops. The artwork changes slightly in the morning and in the evening, so be sure to stop by before and after your shopping spree.