After spending an exciting 3-night, 4-day trip at Tokyo DisneySea and Disneyland, we decided to take it slow and visit teamLab Planets in Toyosu. This immersive digital art museum offers a fantastic experience for both adults and children. Unlike traditional museums, teamLab Planets allows visitors to become part of the artwork, offering a unique sensory experience that blends technology and creativity seamlessly.
🚆 How to Get to teamLab Planets Toyosu
🏰 From Maihama Station (Disney Resort Area)
📍 Step-by-step:
- 🚉 JR Keiyo Line: Maihama → Shinkiba (approx. 6 min)
- 🔄 Transfer at Shinkiba Station
- 🚇 Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line: Shinkiba → Toyosu (approx. 3 min)
- 🚶 Walk: Toyosu Station → teamLab Planets (approx. 10 min)
🍛 Recommended Lunch Spot At Shinkiba Station, we stopped by Curry Udon Senkichi for a simple and tasty lunch. Their curry udon has a mild, rich broth and comes with a mini beef bowl — a warm and satisfying set perfect before diving into the world of digital art.
🚉 From Tokyo Station
📍 Option A (Subway only):
- 🚇 Marunouchi Line: Tokyo → Ginza (approx. 2 min)
- 🔄 Transfer at Ginza Station
- 🚇 Yurakucho Line: Ginza → Toyosu (approx. 7 min)
- 🚶 Walk: Toyosu Station → teamLab Planets (approx. 15 min)
📍 Option B (JR + Subway):
- 🚉 JR Keiyo Line: Tokyo → Shinkiba (approx. 8 min)
- 🔄 Transfer at Shinkiba Station
- 🚇 Yurakucho Line: Shinkiba → Toyosu (approx. 3 min)
- 🚶 Walk: Toyosu Station → teamLab Planets (approx. 15 min)
🎨 Features of teamLab Planets Toyosu
teamLab Planets is an immersive digital art museum where you experience art with your entire body. One of its most unique features is that visitors walk through areas where they submerge their legs in water. This sensation, combined with dynamic visuals, creates an ethereal experience that makes every step feel like a journey through a dreamlike world.
🖼 Water Immersion Area
⏳ Spend Over 2 Hours Exploring! The “Catching Extinct Animals” Exhibit
A highlight of our visit was the interactive exhibit where you catch extinct animals using a smartphone app. As you explore, animals appear in the digital space, and you can catch them by scanning them with your phone. My child was completely absorbed in this activity! Watching kids interact with the art in such a hands-on way is a reminder of how technology can create deeply engaging experiences beyond just passive observation.
👶 Perfect for Families with Kids
The museum is great for children, as many of the exhibits are interactive. However, some areas require walking through knee-deep water, so smaller children should be supervised. Since the lighting and digital effects constantly shift, it also provides a mesmerizing experience for adults who enjoy modern and futuristic art.
🌈 Glowing Ball Exhibit
Step on all the balls of the same color from one end to the other, and the walls will change! A fun challenge for both kids and adults.
Additionally, many installations react to touch, meaning every visitor can create their own unique experience. Whether walking through a room of floating flowers or stepping into a space filled with moving lights, no two visits feel exactly the same.
🎟️ Buy Tickets in Advance!
Since teamLab Planets is a popular attraction, we highly recommend purchasing your tickets in advance.
💡 Tips Before You Go
📱 Smartphone Recommended: Several exhibits interact with your smartphone, enhancing the experience. It’s more fun if each person has their own device.
👖 Dress Smart: Some exhibits require walking through water up to your knees. Wearing shorts or bringing a change of clothes is recommended, especially in winter. Changing areas are available, and rental shorts and towels are provided for free — so it’s okay to come empty-handed. However, if you prefer not to use the rental shorts or find changing inconvenient, bringing your own is a good idea.
🎒 Luggage Tips: Small bags and coats can be stored in free lockers with keys. However, large suitcases won’t fit and are only secured with a chain to a pole. If you have large luggage without a lock, it’s safer to store it at Toyosu Station, where larger coin lockers are available.
🔗 3-Night, 4-Day Itinerary Featuring Disney & teamLab
We have put together a 3-night, 4-day itinerary that allows you to fully enjoy both Tokyo Disney Resort and teamLab Planets.
🌟 Final Thoughts
Visiting teamLab Planets Toyosu after Disney was the perfect way to extend our magical experience. The interactive digital art and immersive installations made it a great spot for families and travelers. The museum’s easy access and kid-friendly exhibits make it a must-visit in Tokyo! If you’re looking for an unforgettable experience that combines art, technology, and sensory exploration, this is the place to be.
🏢 Exterior of teamLab Planets
