What To Wear To Teamlab Planets: My Outfit And Advice

Last Updated on November 12, 2025 by Audrey

Planning to visit Teamlab Planets during your trip to Tokyo but don't know what to wear?

Teamlab Planets is a beautiful digital art museum in Tokyo that is aesthetic and yet so interactive at the same time. It's one of the best things to do in Tokyo!

I assume you want to wear something Instagram-worthy while you're there, but you'll also have to make sure that whatever outfit you choose is suitable to move around the exhibit.

I absolutely loved visiting the exhibit, and I know from personal experience that it's important to know what you should (and shouldn't wear) to fully maximize your experience at this special art museum.

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What do you wear to TeamLab Planets?

Alright, so you've seen a couple of pictures online, and you've got some recommendations that you should definitely visit Teamlab Planets while visiting Tokyo.

Now, you probably can imagine that you want to wear something nice since it's a popular photo spot.

But should you dress comfortably, too?

And why do you keep hearing about feet? Don't worry, keep reading and I'll explain everything to you in due time.

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What is teamlab planets, anyway?

Teamlab Planets is hard to describe exactly what it is. It’s an amazing interactive museum that incorporates nature with visual and textile art forms. The best part is that these artworks interact with visitors, and will change depending on your touch.

Teamlab Planets is different than Teamlab Borderless, the original exhibit, because it places a large focus on textures and feeling things through touch, mainly through your hands and feet.

See, I told you I'd explain about the feet.

You'll go through various rooms that will evoke different sensations. There's a room with velvety soft hills that's almost like a bounce house. Then there's a room filled with water, with rainbow fish that transform when they happen to touch you.

My personal favorite room is called Floating in the Falling Universe of Flowers. You get to relax and lay back, watching thousands of flowers fly across the room while simultaneously blooming, wilting, and drifting away.

It's a beautiful scene that I could have watched forever. I don't want to give too much away, but you'll see thought-provoking creations like that room and many others at Teamlab Planets.

TeamLab Planets is located in Toyosu south of Tsukiji Market, and will be open until 2028, although I'm hopeful they'll extend it as they're planning to expand!

What to expect at Teamlab planets

During your visit, you will encounter several different works of art that evoke your senses in various ways, with a heavy emphasis on nature and integrating yourself with the art.

There will be water, rising as high as up to your knees at times. You'll walk up water. Walk through water. Touch water with your hands.

Actually, touching the water is totally optional. The walking through water, however, isn't really an option if you want to experience the exhibit in its totality.

Also, you’ll be barefoot for 90% of the exhibit. You, your friends, and everyone else. No one will have shoes. Freedom!!

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Since there is the element of water, there will also be reflections bouncing off the water. So it's not recommended to wear a skirt, since you won't want anyone to accidentally see your underwear reflecting off the water.

There are also quite a number of rooms that have low light in order to heighten your other senses. Consequently, it may be hard to see at times if you have vision impairments.

What to wear to Teamlab planets

By now, you probably have a general sense of what you're going to wear. Dress comfortably, but nicely if you want to snap some photos during your visit.

A comfortable top that will allow you to move and explore freely, since the museum is pretty interactive.

Since water will be going up to your knees, shorts are preferred. However, even if you wear pants or a skirt, you can still borrow black shorts when you're there. Just take photos above the waist, and you'll be golden.

You get to stow your items in a free locker immediately after entering the exhibit, so you could even bring some options if you really want to. Don't worry about outerwear, as you'll more likely be placing it in the locker.

What I wore to team lab planets

When I went to visit Teamlab Planets last May, I wore a one-arm long-sleeve shirt that I had thrifted in Harajuku a few days prior, and a long black skirt.

When we got to the locker area, one of the workers recommended that I change into their shorts. I was prepared to hold my skirt, but she was worried about my underwear reflecting off the water.

At first, I wasn't going to, but after trying on the rental shorts I found that they were actually pretty cute! I did end up wearing the rentals, and I'm glad I did because it would have been a little annoying to hold my skirt the whole time. So I guess long skirts are a no go.

My boyfriend wore an oversized T-shirt, some shorts, and a bucket hat. It was simple and comfortable, but looked great in photos!

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Conclusion: What to Wear to Teamlab Planets

Now you're prepared for an amazing time at Teamlab Planets! Make sure to take lots of amazing photos, I can't wait to see how they turn out!

If you have any more questions or feedback for me, please feel free to comment or email me at audrey@getlostinjapan.com 🙂 I love helping plan your trip so you love Japan just as much as I do!

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