✨ TeamLab Borderless: Tips & Walk-through, 2024 ✨ Tokyo, Japan

[@cakeswithfaces]

Update about accessibility: there is an elevator to get in, so it is accessible! Another update! The Sky Lobby in the Mori JP Tower was only open to the public temporarily. Since 17/04/24, it's now only for businesses located in the skyscraper. But Tokyo Tower's only a short walk away!

[@eddiecochrane602]

Thanks for the update, a guide took me and my family to the lift as we have limited mobility. The lack of seating (understandable since it would disrupt the art work) was a problem for us. So if you have issues being on your feet for an extended period of time I advise to utilize the seating in the two toilet areas. Since we were not limited by time once we'd entered, we were able to head back to the seating areas as much as needed.

[@cakeswithfaces]

@@eddiecochrane602 Thanks for the tip - you're right, there's hardly any seating around. Hope you got by ok everywhere else - there are so many times I've wished there were more benches around Tokyo when our feet are aching after walking so much. Parks often have somewhere, but in rainy weather it can be more difficult.

[@ericifune5543]

Been to Planets, Osaka, and Kyoto. Can't wait to go to Borderless.

[@cakeswithfaces]

Enjoy!! It's the original (or was!)

[@4869shk]

As always, packed with information! Can't believe some of the Tea were sold out at 10 AM! :o

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks! I don't know if the tea's restocked every day, or if we just caught them on a bad day! 😅

[@dadams512]

Such a cool place to explore. Thanks for helping us know how to get there and for bringing us along on your trip.

[@cakeswithfaces]

Glad you enjoyed it! I'd recommend it to anyone.

[@AP-hn8wd]

Went to the initial team labs in Odaiba in 2019. Didn’t realize the Azabudai Hills was the same one that moved over from Odaiba until about halfway through my visit. I have to agree that Odaiba was better with that large ball room and a couple others. One last FYI to anyone @ 18:00 Floor 33 Observation tower will be closed to guests permanently and will only be accessible to residents of AHs from April 24, 2024. There are signs posted around when I went last week.

[@cakeswithfaces]

I just saw that yesterday! That'll explain why the Sky Lobby in the Mori Tower wasn't being advertised anywhere. Glad you got in just before it closes to the public. It seems like TeamLab in Okinawa has several of the installations that used to be upstairs in the original TeamLab Borderless, so maybe they sent them there.

[@jan-ovepedersen5764]

Hi Amy, thank you for the video. I've added teamLab Borderless to the list of places to visit on our trip to Osaka and Tokyo in early May. teamLab Planets was great, so were Tokyo Tower. Looking forward to visit that area in Tokyo once again 🙂

[@cakeswithfaces]

Have a fantastic trip! Glad you enjoyed Planets too!

[@Chris_Baily]

Great video Amy. FYI, I visited about 4 weeks ago and used an accessible route (via a lift) to get to and from the main entrance to the exhibits.

[@cakeswithfaces]

That's good to know! They seemed to have made an effort to make the whole place more accessible than I thought there must be an accessible entrance. I'd checked on their website but surprisingly they don't mention it in the FAQs yet.

[@Chris_Baily]

@cakeswithfaces at the entrance a staff member spotted my white cane and offered an accessible route. Borderless was fsbtast8c - probably my favourite place I visited in my week in Tokyo 😀

[@Lextasy.420]

I just got your book in the mail today! So excited to explore Tokyo, and thankyou for signing it! ❤

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks so much! So happy you like it! 🎶

[@solomani-42]

Thank you for actually showing how to get there :)

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks, I always try and include all the useful practical info in my videos!

[@MissiBoo]

All I can say is 'wow' 😮 This looks outstanding 🥰🫶♥️

[@cakeswithfaces]

I loved it! I'd definitely recommend it to anyone.

[@Shakespeare3977]

Fantastic video, thank you again. You tell us exactly everything we need to know. It’s added to my list for 2025 visit.

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks so much! You'll love it I'm sure!

[@ndeckersightseer]

I went on 3/12/24 so wish I could have watched this first. Very thorough video❤

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks so much! You must have been there just a few days after me! Hope you enjoyed it too!

[@adellhammel8849]

Thanks for this video! I hope to eventually get to Team Lab Borderless, but strangely what helped me the most in this video is to know how close it is to Tokyo Tower, which is another sight my fiancee and I want to see. Being able to see both in the same day with only a short walk from one to the other is perfect.

[@cakeswithfaces]

They're so close, that's a great plan! And remember to catch the view of Tokyo Tower from the free observation deck on floor 33 of the skyscraper!

[@adellhammel8849]

I'll definitely be sure to do that!

[@Andy_001_]

Woah, it looks absolutely incredible- it's definitely going on my to-do list!....🤩

[@cakeswithfaces]

I'd definitely recommend it!

[@cherylparkin8094]

I bought the tickets already for my May fist time visit to Tokyo ,your video make me excited , can’t Waite . Thanks !😊

[@cakeswithfaces]

Excellent, I'm sure you'll love it!

[@Sashimi_luv]

Thanks for another awesome video. I plan to go to Kyoto or Osaka next year, I’ll be using your channel to help plan my trip for sure! 🎉

[@cakeswithfaces]

Ooh exciting! I have more Osaka & Kyoto videos coming up!

[@HawaiiJapan808]

Good review 😁 great seeing you guys there🤙🏽

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks for saying hello, lovely to meet you there!

[@jan-ovepedersen5764]

Hi Amy - Cakes with Faces. My wife and I just got back from Japan. We visited TeamLab Borderless during our stay. Your video was very helpful, and I believe we found all the rooms inside (maybe). My wife loved the tea room a lot. We spent more than 2 hours inside, time flies when you're having fun. Thanks again for your excellent information thru your channel and your book, both are highly appreciated and very helpful when trying to figure out what to do in Japan. We took your advice and booked Green Car tickets with oversized baggage space at the rear of the car. We rode the Nozomi 18 train from Shin-Osaka to Tokyo Station, the journey took 2 hours 27 minutes, and we arrived only a few seconds after the scheduled time at 2:30 PM - highest speed recorded was 291 Kmh or 180 Mph 🙂

[@cakeswithfaces]

That sounds fantastic. Isn't the bullet train amazing - and the Green Car's so comfortable. A real treat - it never gets old!

[@jan-ovepedersen5764]

@@cakeswithfaces Shinkansen is amazing, very quiet and have a smooth ride. The Green Car is somewhere in between premium seats and business class seats on an airliner, very comfortable indeed 🙂

[@cakeswithfaces]

@@jan-ovepedersen5764 If the plane was that comfortable, you'd have no trouble sleeping on the long flight! 🙂

[@AlanVByrnes]

Thanks and appreciate your review video on this also excellent job by you and phil 👏👏👏

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks, it's a fun place!

[@gallaghim]

Looks amazing. I'm hoping to visit Japan early next year, and I'll decide which one to visit then. Both look well worth it. I lean towards Planets only because of the interactive element, but I do like Borderless' more leisurely stroll. Choices!

[@cakeswithfaces]

They're both excellent, you can't go wrong!

[@actualtorgo]

Thanks for this video! Based on this, I visited TeamLab Borderless on my mostly-business trip to Japan 2 weeks ago and it was fabulous. I also recommend the street art exhibit at the Mori Art Museum which is nearby.

[@cakeswithfaces]

So glad you enjoyed it! It's an experience unlike any other!

[@GirlLoveAnime18]

Thank you for this gorgeous video Amy :) I am looking forward to visit Team Lab Borderless in October this year. I am so excited and want to see everything you have shown. Thank you for the walkthrough as well. As someone who is really focused on planning and organizing, this helps my anxiety of missing out. No I feel prepared to visit it 🩷

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks so much, so glad it's helped. Have a wonderful time!

[@twifosp]

Nice video, I could have used it 3 weeks ago! 😁 It’s not super obvious how to find it from outside. We did find our way back to the metro via underground, but I’m glad we came in from outside as there’s some interesting architecture along the way. My first Teamlab experience and I was very impressed.

[@cakeswithfaces]

I was surprised it wasn't that obvious where to go when you arrive at Azabudai Hills! I guess maybe because it's a complex where people live and work, not just tourist attraction. TeamLab Planets for example has a huge sign on the outside of the building that's very obvious as soon as you exit the station. 😂

[@scully392z]

I went to Team Lab Fukuoka in early March. I really enjoyed it. Now I want to see other Team Labs in Japan. I wish they had a Team Lab in Las Vegas. They’ll make lots of money there. I’m from Hawaii and I love going to Japan.

[@cakeswithfaces]

Yes, I thought it'd work well in Vegas too! And Disney World, with a little Disney theming, maybe at Disney Springs. I went to TeamLab Fukuoka earlier this year too - it's so much fun!

[@Kiaara-x3r]

Thank you

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks!

[@betaraybob]

Unfortunately teamLab Borderless was not open yet when I was in Japan in Nov. 2023 but it is at the top of my list of things to see when I go back in Nov. 2025 (will probably be less crowded then too). I did get to see their temp exhibit at Kanazawa Castle and they have an exhibit in Miami, FL that I'll be visiting soon. It will be interesting to compare them.

[@cakeswithfaces]

Everything I've seen of TeamLab's work so far has been fantastic! Enjoy the Florida exhibition!

[@AlanVByrnes]

I have heard about this from others I have watched and online friends with they always say how amazing and exciting it is and they always want to go back I will check it myself so very Japan in and for the future 😎😎😎

[@cakeswithfaces]

I'd recommend it to anyone!

[@jaimejadore7967]

Nice to know that we can buy drinks at the tea house

[@cakeswithfaces]

I wasn't sure if it would still be there after they moved so it's good it's still around!

[@swissfoodie3542]

I am sure that this video is great Amy. However, I am not going to watch it, because I will be travelling to Japan again next February/March, and will definitely visit TeamLab Borderless. And I want to keep it "as a surprise" and discover once there how it is. I dont want the surprise element to be spoiled.

[@cakeswithfaces]

Totally understand that! Sometimes it's fun to keep things a surprise! Have a wonderful time!

[@carolyngross7664]

thank you so much! im finding your videos to be extremely helpful! we will be in japan may 2...any suggestions, foods, etc..are welcomed! we go to tokyo, kumano, koyasan osaka hiroshima and miyajima, kyotoo, and back to tokyo before we depart

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks so much, that's great to hear! Not long to go...! So glad you're going to Miyajima, it's a beautiful place. There are lots of ideas on my channel - not sure if you saw it but I'd highly recommend this place in Kyoto for a delicious meal (make sure you make a book a table as soon as reservations open as it's reservation only & very small!) kzbin.info/www/bejne/g4KrZqJ6f9yBqZI

[@awesomeadamfrom2099]

Awesome job Amy thumb up

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks again!

[@awesomeadamfrom2099]

No problem

[@laurieleonard8209]

Thanks ❤ Kawaii hugs virtually ❤🌸🌸🦄🦄

[@cakeswithfaces]

🙌🙌

[@fionanoyce1676]

Thank you very helpful

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks so much! ✨

[@amysquie]

It looks great, I’m not sure if I’d go to one in Japan as they have similar experiences in London now, but I’d go for Borderless over Planets as I’ve heard of people getting skin problems from the water! 😮

[@cakeswithfaces]

It's great that there are similar places popping up now. The UK ones seem more based on artists than TeamLab - I went to a small Frida Kahlo one locally a while back!

[@alpha4072]

I just got pinged for this video and find out its already been out for a day.....damn youtube!, another like for Amy

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it! My new videos are always out on Thursdays ☺️

[@FRANCISCARUSOworld]

Have you been to the Sailor Moon locations in Azabu Juban?

[@cakeswithfaces]

No, but I have seen them in miniature at Small Worlds Tokyo! ✨ kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYfNamejqr13Zpo

[@FRANCISCARUSOworld]

@@cakeswithfaces I know. I've watched that one a while ago

[@foekje25]

We went a few days ago. First to Borderless and the next day to Planets. Maybe we should have done it the other way around. Both are great but for both of us Borderless was EPIC. Planets felt somewhat short and a bit of a letdown compared to Borderless.

[@cakeswithfaces]

Interesting to know your opinion going to them so close together, thank you!

[@foekje25]

@@cakeswithfaces Maybe we went to close together ;) Thank you for your book by the way. We have it with us and it's really helpful.

[@cakeswithfaces]

@@foekje25 Thanks so much, that's really great to hear!

[@mitendoshi9851]

I am going to visit bordeless very soon & u want to know if there a real water in one of the room? So that I can wear my footwear accordingly.

[@cakeswithfaces]

There's no water at TeamLab Borderless - it's all regular flooring, so any footwear is good! The water rooms are only at TeamLab Planets (completely separate, in Toyosu).

[@cyclicmusings2661]

It appears the locker room is before the actual entrance where you show tickets. What's the policy on how long things can be stored in the locker area if you leave the premises? I'm planning on leaving my bags there maybe 5 or so hours. I imagine 3 hours in TeamLab Boderless, and when I'm done, I want to quickly walk over to see Tokyo Tower up close which appears to be a 7-minute walk (just seeing it, not paying to get up to the deck), grab a quick bite to eat for dinner and just walk around the area a bit. I think as long as I'm back before 9PM, I should just be able to go back into the TeamLab building to retrieve my luggage?

[@cakeswithfaces]

You're right, Tokyo Tower's within walking distance (I've walked there afterwards as it's so close!). The lockers at TeamLab Borderless are before the ticket gates. There's a member of staff standing in the corridor before you get to the lockers, but as I remember, I *think* they're there to help and direct rather than check everyone's tickets. However, as TeamLab Borderless is so busy, to be considerate to others, you're not really supposed to use them all day, just while you're there. If you went and couldn't find an empty locker because other people had done the same, it'd be a pain. There are other lockers around Azabudai Hills (it's an indoor complex, similar to a shopping mall), and at the stations nearby, where you could leave your bags if you don't want to carry them around for the rest of the day.

[@mixxgallery8954]

Wow super

[@cakeswithfaces]

It's a fun place!

[@imrouth3224]

Hi thanks you for your video, i discovered borderless thanks to you and i will definitely pass by on my next trip in Japan. But i would like to know what is the best schedule to avoid crowds ? I don't know if it's better on the morning or late evening, i want to have the best experience so :)

[@cakeswithfaces]

Glad you discovered it - I'd definitely recommend it to anyone! :-) It's tricky to say which is best as I haven't been in the evening. Looking at ticket availability, the morning tickets sell out first so that suggests the evening may be quieter. However you'd have people who've entered in the afternoon still there, and if you go at opening, it's just you and the first batch of people so it's quieter. I expect the later it gets, the more people will have left and gone home - but make sure you allow enough time to look round - you can easily spend 3 hours there.

[@imrouth3224]

@@cakeswithfaces Thanks you very much for your answer !

[@almirduarte8103]

How long on average does it take to visit the entire complex?

[@cakeswithfaces]

I spent 2 hours 40 mins there, but I think if it was your first visit you could spend longer.

[@kamonart]

Did I completely misses the announcement or the playlist of this year trip to Japan? Or is this from last year I’m a bit lost

[@cakeswithfaces]

I just got back 2 weeks ago and wanted to edit this video quickly as TeamLab only re-opened last month! The previous video about how expensive things are is from this year too. It might be a bit mixed up as I still have videos to edit from last year's trip! 🙈

[@tiffanyki]

Many thanks for the detailed video.

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks! Everything TeamLab do is fantastic!

[@hoomanpowered]

Great timing! I'll be in Japan in April

[@cakeswithfaces]

Enjoy! You'll love it!

[@hoomanpowered]

@@cakeswithfaces Looking forward to Teamlabs and Eki stamps!

[@cakeswithfaces]

@@hoomanpowered Ah stamp collecting is so fun! Hope you find lots!

[@netnoob77]

Was at Teamlabs Borderless in March. In my opinion, it was okay. Looks surreal in photos and videos but for the most part, it's just a fancy house of mirrors and projectors. Was it worth a visit? I suppose visiting it once is fine but wouldn't be going back again.

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks for sharing your review! :-)

[@ksbma]

How long would you say it took to finish the whole museum?

[@cakeswithfaces]

About 2-3 hours, but you can go at your own pace and spend as much time as you want there, as the artworks in each room change over time.

[@tugbadogan7014]

Hello, what is the offical teamlab planet ticket website ? Cause there are so many so I hesitated to buy one :(

[@cakeswithfaces]

Here it is: www.teamlab.art/e/planets/ It's very useful for checking ticket availability, if you start going through the booking process, to see which times are still available.

[@tugbadogan7014]

@@cakeswithfaces thank you so much 🫶

[@ryannguyen4813]

I made reservations already to teamlabs planets and recently saw info about borderless. Would it be worth it to give up the planets reservations and go to borderless instead?

[@cakeswithfaces]

I wrote a blog post all about that! :-) cakeswithfaces.co.uk/japan/teamlab-borderless-or-planets/ In short, Borderless is much larger, but Planets is more unique with the water rooms and unusual flooring.

[@normagumabon5712]

Would this be ok for my 3year old grandson ?

[@cakeswithfaces]

I think so! In a way it's like a sensory experience like some toddlers go to! It is quite dark in some places though, so they'd need to be ok with that. But you can wander around freely so you can check each room before going in. There are also a few rooms where you're not allowed to touch things eg the strings of LEDs in the Crystal World and the hanging spheres/lamps.

[@starplayz468]

Are you allowed to record there? Like record different rooms and take photos?

[@cakeswithfaces]

There's nothing saying you can't, and nobody stopped me. ☺️ Haven't checked but it might just be the usual no tripods/no selfie sticks rules.

[@starplayz468]

@@cakeswithfaces thanks! Bc i will be going in august- september ( ik how hot it will be 😅)

[@cakeswithfaces]

@@starplayz468 You'll enjoy the aircon inside TeamLab! Enjoy the summer festivals though!

[@iam_nick]

What time to visit has less people?

[@cakeswithfaces]

I'd say the first timeslot in the morning. While entry is timed, you can stay as long as you like and most people will be there several hours. So the first hour of the day only has people from the first timeslot. I noticed it get busier as the time went on.

[@PCP-ov7nj]

can you bring water inside?

[@cakeswithfaces]

Yes, it's allowed, I took some with me!

[@83drika]

love

[@cakeswithfaces]

Thanks so much! It's a stunning place!

[@melgordon2490]

Which do you think more fun for 16yr old teen boy?

[@cakeswithfaces]

Probably Planets as it has more physical rooms and less just looking at things - although it is smaller. At Planets there are the water rooms that are more unusual, and rooms with unusual floor types.

[@melgordon2490]

@cakeswithfaces thanks for your reply. Yes, from the videos he has seen, he is much more interested in Planets.👍. It just seems harder to get there than borderless. P.s. love your videos. Find them super helpful 😊

[@cakeswithfaces]

@@melgordon2490 Thanks so much! It's really not far on the train - you could combine it with a day in Odaiba, and visit the giant Gundam which is only a few stops away on the Yurikamome Line. I don't know if he'd also be interested in Small Worlds Tokyo but that's very close, and has sections from Evangelion: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYfNamejqr13Zpo The Trick Art Museum's also in Odaiba and that's so much fun - you'll go home with some hilarious photos: kzbin.info/www/bejne/labNeGqBlJl1nKs

[@melgordon2490]

@cakeswithfaces thanks will check it out. Thinking of staying the first part of our trip of Tokyo in Ueno as closer to Narita Airport?

[@cakeswithfaces]

@@melgordon2490 You'll find some good-priced hotels in Ueno. Any of the stations the N'Ex goes to will be easy to get to from Narita: www.jreast.co.jp/multi/en/nex/

[@fuzexi]

Do you need to book months in advance?

[@cakeswithfaces]

No, you don't need to book that early. At the moment there are tickets available this week, although times are limited. For the best choice of times, book early. You can easily check availability on the TeamLab Borderless website, if you start going through the booking process - it says which times are sold out or limited availability.

[@gameflikxx]

about how many hours do you recommend to explore this ?

[@cakeswithfaces]

I spent 2 hours 40 mins, but I think if it's your first time there, you'd spend longer there, definitely 3 hours or maybe even 4.

[@gameflikxx]

@@cakeswithfaces nice, thanks!

[@snackenjr]

🎉🎉

[@cakeswithfaces]

🙌

[@fuzexi]

Do you think TeamLab Planets would be more fun for children?

[@cakeswithfaces]

Yes I think so, as it's more physical. They'd just need to be tall enough for the water rooms - the water comes up to mid-calf depth on adults. I think they'd enjoy TeamLab Borderless too.

[@AlanVByrnes]

🤖🇯🇵

[@cakeswithfaces]

🙌🙌