Kyoto is loved for its rich culture and stunning natural beauty. No wonder, it’s a must-visit destination on any Japan bucket list! 📝 With thousands of Buddhist temples and Shinto shrines, historic districts like Gion, the scenic charm of Arashiyama, and unique local cuisine, Kyoto offers a glimpse into traditional Japan. That’s why it just makes sense that the next teamLab branch is opening in Kyoto!
What is teamLab?
One of the installations in teamLab Tokyo | Photo by Nicolas Lindsay on Unsplash
In most museums, you just stand there and look at art. But teamLab? It’s a whole new world you step inside. Imagine walking through art that moves, changes, and reacts to YOU. Sounds like magic, right? TeamLab is a mind-blowing international art collective that mixes science, tech, and nature to create immersive experiences that totally shatter the usual “look but don’t touch” rules.
And guess what? It’s not just artists behind the scenes. There are programmers, engineers, animators, mathematicians, and architects involved here to make these one-of-a-kind exhibitions come alive. Trust me, you’ve never seen anything like this before. ✨
Born in Japan and now exploding worldwide, teamLab has nine branches across the country, the next one opening soon in Kyoto!
Klook tip: When visiting any teamLab branch, wear light-colored clothes. This will allow you to stand out against the installations to get the best photo. 📸 Try not to wear anything too short; some exhibits require you to sit down, and sometimes, even slide down.
Where to get teamLab Kyoto tickets?
An orchid installation in teamLab Tokyo
In preparation for its opening on October 7, you can already grab your teamLab Kyoto tickets in advance on Klook! Pre-booking lets you skip the long lines and spend more time in the exhibits.
There are two ticket options to choose from: the Regular Ticket and the Flexible Pass. With the Regular Ticket, you select a specific entry time, while the Flexible Pass gives you the freedom to enter and exit anytime during opening hours. 🎟️
Here’s the pricing for regular tickets:
Adults (18+) pay 29.90 USD, students (ages 13-17) pay 19.05 USD, and children (4-12) pay 12.25 USD. There’s also a discounted rate of 14.95 USD for visitors with disabilities.
The Flexible Pass costs 81.55 USD per ticket.
The museum will be open daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, with the last entry at 7:30 PM, so plan your visit accordingly!
What makes teamLab Kyoto so special?
Inside teamLab Kyoto
TeamLab Kyoto is called Biovertex. Here, new and unreleased artworks are expected to be displayed—ones that cannot be seen anywhere else in Japan. It’s also going to be the biggest teamLab in Japan, spanning almost 12,000 yards! It opens on October 7, so make sure to add this to your Kyoto itinerary.
Klook tip: We recommend wearing comfy shoes such as trainers when you visit. Avoid wearing high heels or anything heavy; you want to move around as swiftly as possible.
Since teamLab hasn’t officially opened its doors yet, there’s still a lot to uncover. The theme is described as “transcending conventional notions of material substances.” This may sound pretty vague, so let’s take a quick look at some of the installations to get a clearer picture of what that actually means.
1. Morphing Continuum
A glimpse of Morphing Continuum
Enter a room full of floating, dynamic spheres that come together as one living thing. You can walk right through it, but no matter how you touch or push, it keeps flowing, no matter what’s in its way.
2. Massless Amorphous Sculpture
A preview of Massless Amorphous Sculpture
Have you ever seen a sculpture that doesn’t take shape? This massless amorphous sculpture is exactly what its title is. It’s a large body of soap bubbles that drifts in the air, never touching the floor or ceiling. 🫧 It changes form, breaks apart, and comes back together, even if you try to push or move it. It’s like a living, breathing cloud of energy.
3. Forest of Resonating Lamps: One Stroke
An early look of Forest of Resonating Lamps: One Stroke
This installation focuses on light, hence the lamps. 💡 When you stop near a lamp, it lights up and connects its glow to other lamps, creating a beautiful chain of light all around you. It’s like you’re lighting up a magical path that changes with every step you take!
4. Traces of Life
A peek at Traces of Life
Step inside and see your glowing footprints light up the space. 👣 Your presence brings the installation to life, and as more people join, you all come together to create one big, moving artwork. It’s the beauty of different people uniting to form a living, breathing world just by being there.
Take note that there are around 50 installations planned! This is just a little peek to keep you on your toes. 🙆🏻♀️
How to get to teamLab Kyoto?
Kyoto Station, where teamLab is located nearby | Photo by Jonas Jacobsson on Unsplash
TeamLab Biovertex is just an 8-minute walk from Kyoto Station.🚶🏻♂️Check this complete Kyoto Station guide so you can avoid getting lost!
This is when your map apps come in handy. Once you arrive at Kyoto Station, take the Hachijō West Exit and look for the sign that says “Asty Road.” If you see McDonald’s, you’re on the right track. Walk until you see the intersection in front of Rakuten Stay. When you see the building called “Life Trunk,” you’re already close by. The building is huge, it’s hard to miss!
To make the most out of your stay, here are some other interesting places near Kyoto Station that you can check out after your visit to teamLabKyoto:
Kyoto Railway Museum 🚂
An exhibit at Kyoto Railway Museum
Just a few minutes away from Kyoto Station, this museum is more interesting than you’d think. Learn more about Japan’s railway history as you explore how it evolved. You can enjoy train simulators and check out the showcase of preserved steam engines.
Nidec Kyoto Tower 🗼
The view from Nidec Kyoto Tower observation deck
Located north of Kyoto Station, the observation deck at Nidec Kyoto Tower gives you a 360-degree panoramic view of the city. From this spot, you can see Kiyomizu Temple, Fushimi Inari Shrine, and even Mt. Hiei far off in the distance!
Kyoto Aquarium 🐡
Inside Kyoto Aquarium
Around a 7-minute drive away from Kyoto Station, see Kyoto’s freshwater ecosystem with your own eyes at the Kyoto Aquarium. A special feature is a 360-degree jellyfish tank with around 5,000 jellyfish inside! 🪼 This aquarium also houses an extremely rare creature: the Japanese giant salamander, regarded as a "living fossil" and national treasure.
That’s everything you need to know for now before visiting teamLab Kyoto. We hope its opening excites you just as much as it does for us!
teamLab Kyoto FAQs
Does Kyoto have TeamLabs?
Soon! Kyoto’s first permanent teamLab is called teamLab Kyoto Biovertext and is set to open on October 7, 2025. It’s something you can’t miss out on.
How many TeamLabs are there in Japan?
Currently, there are 9 teamLabs around Japan, including 3 in Tokyo, 1 in Osaka, 1 in Fukuoka, 2 in Saga, 1 in Okinawa, and 1 in Nagoya. The newest one called teamLab Kyoto Biovertex is opening soon in Kyoto, making a total of 10 teamLabs in Japan.
Where is teamLab in Kyoto?
The newest teamLab in Kyoto is just a minute’s walk away from Kyoto Station. It’s totally accessible on foot!
Which teamLab is best in Japan?
The best teamLab in Japan depends on the experience you’re looking for. Each has its own unique theme and is great in its own way, so it’s up to your preference.
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