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Reopening of TeamLab's Light Sculpture - Flow

The renowned digital art museum in Tokyo, the Mori Building Digital Art Museum: Epson TeamLab Borderless, will be reopening its doors to the much-anticipated Light Sculpture - Flow exhibit on July 8, 2026. To celebrate its reopening, the museum will host a special exhibition titled Asymmetries of the Universe featuring two captivating new series - Asymmetric Existence and Chromatic Existence.

Exhibition Dates

The special exhibition will run from July 8 to October 8, 2026, offering guests a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the interplay of light and perception through teamLab's artistic vision.

Asymmetric Existence

The Asymmetric Existence series presents a fascinating dichotomy of light sculptures. One sculpture appears only in the real world, while the other is visible only in the mirror, creating a dialogue between two contrasting realms. Typically, mirrors reflect reality symmetrically, but within this exhibit, the real world and its mirrored counterpart deviate from this norm, forming an asymmetrical relationship.

The interaction culminates in a singular sculptural experience, where the two different manifestations of the light sculptures come together in the viewer's perception. The mirror's surface serves not merely as a reflective boundary but as a connective space where the existence in both realms is interlinked. This attempt at Asymmetric Existence transcends the traditional notion of sculpture, expanding it beyond physical boundaries into a realm where reality and its reflection coalesce within our awareness.

Featured Works in Asymmetric Existence

• - Asymmetric Cosmos - This piece invites viewers to explore the universe's mystery through dimensionality and perspective.
• - Fixed Star - A representation of a steadfast presence amidst the cosmic flux.
• - Flower in the In-Between - A delicate depiction of beauty existing within the threshold.
• - Observer-Dependent Dark Existence - A thought-provoking exploration of darkness shaped by perception.
• - Tunnel into the Mirror Universe - An intriguing journey into mirrored dimensions.

Chromatic Existence

In the Chromatic Existence series, colors fluidly traverse the space, creating sculptures of light that challenge the conventional understanding of physical form. These luminous entities embody the nature of color itself, emerging not as tangible objects but as ephemeral existences formed through the orders of color.

Featured Works in Chromatic Existence

• - Chromatic Existence - A key piece that showcases how color can define spatial presence.
• - Dark Existence within Chromatic Order - An exploration of absence existing within structured colors.
• - Crystal of the Sky - A breathtaking illustration of the blend between earth and sky.

Light Sculpture - Flow

The exhibition delves deeper into the concept of existence through the Light Sculpture - Flow. This innovative piece examines the ocean's inner and outer whirlpools, revealing that they are composed of the same water yet perceived as distinct entities. Here, the separation is not material but instead arises from the differences in order within the flow.

When the streams of light converge within the exhibition space, they create a sculpture that evolves continuously, influenced by both order and human interaction. This approach redefines sculpture, transitioning from static objects to dynamic, spatial presences devoid of fixed borders, embodying the fluidity of experience and perception.

TeamLab Borderless

TeamLab Borderless is known for its boundary-less art collections, allowing art to flow between rooms, intermingling freely without the constraints of traditional exhibition formats. Visitors are encouraged to immerse themselves fully in this interconnected world of art, exploring and discovering seamlessly through the gallery.

For more detailed information, visit the official website: TeamLab Borderless

Visitor Information

• - Location: Mori Building Digital Art Museum: Epson TeamLab Borderless, Azabudai Hills, Minato City, Tokyo
• - Opening Hours: 8:30 AM - 9:00 PM (Last entry at 8:00 PM)
• - Closed: July 15, August 25, September 8 (Please check the website for updates)
• - Ticket Purchase: Available online at TeamLab Tickets