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teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM Introduces New Exhibit 'On the Asymmetry of the Universe' - We Take You Behind the Scenes

• Written by: Alice Lee

Date published: 15 July 2026

When you hear "teamLab," your mind probably jumps straight to magical, dazzling spaces filled with light! Located in Tokyo's Azabudai Hills, teamLab Borderless: MORI Building DIGITAL ART MUSEUM is hosting a special exhibition from July 8th to October 8th, 2026.

As teamLab founder Toshiyuki Inoko shared, this exhibit, On the Asymmetry of the Universe, marks the highly anticipated reopening of the Light Sculpture - Flow artwork space! Featuring two brand-new series,Asymmetric Existence and Chromatic Existence, this space blends light, shadow, and mirrored worlds, making you feel like you've stepped into a completely wondrous universe.

Ready to see what the new exhibits look like? Let's dive in!

(Main image: Timothy Sullivan/LIVE JAPAN)

When you first step into this space, you'll spot a schedule for the joint performance of the two new series, Asymmetric Existence and Chromatic Existence.

But what exactly is a light sculpture? Inoko explains that it isn't made of physical objects; instead, accumulated lines of light create order in the room, forming a "spatial existence without a material surface boundary."

It's pure magic! Just a quick heads-up: because these pieces feature intense, shifting light beams, friends who are a bit sensitive to flashing lights might want to take care while viewing!

The coolest thing about Chromatic Existence is how it lets colors flow and morph through the room. Inoko beautifully describes it by saying, "the color itself in the space creates order, which in a way crystallizes to create the existence that you're seeing."

Meanwhile, Asymmetric Existence weaves between the physical space and the mirrored wall. Usually, mirrors show a symmetrical reflection of reality. But here, Inoko notes, the real and mirrored sculptures are asymmetrical, yet they come together as one whole image in our perception—something "humans have not seen before!"

The actual series is jaw-dropping. The mirrored room is packed with tons of light projectors. When the room goes dark to switch scenes, you can actually hear the mechanical whirring of the projectors repositioning in the pitch black. Then, boom—the lights flash back on, and the next masterpiece is floating right before your eyes!

Following the staff's lead, you can step forward onto the transparent glass and become a part of the light and shadow art yourself! As Inoko profoundly points out, this isn't just an illusion; it shows us that "existence is not something that is independent... from the environment or ourselves."

A pro-tip from us: if you're lucky enough to visit when it's not too crowded, try to stand dead center. By stepping right into the middle of this continuous world, you get a perfect, crystal-clear view right into the "hole" of the series!

Beyond these fresh new pieces, teamLab Borderless is packed with exhibits that will make you want to whip out your phone and snap a million pics the second you walk in! The photo here shows Bubble Universe: Spherical Crystallized Light, Wobbling Light, and Environmental Light - One Stroke, but there are also amazing works like Memory of Topography, Infinite Crystal World, and Moving Creates Vortices and Vortices Create Movement.

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Written by:

Alice Lee

A native of Taiwan, she has lived in Japan for 10 years and holds JLPT N1 certification. She enjoys reading Japanese novels and has experience as a guide at a tourist information center, as well as writing for travel media. She enjoys visiting shrines and once walked an hour each way for a single visit. She also explores sites tied to Sengoku period warlords and enjoys hiking. Interested in lesser-known destinations, she is dedicated to uncovering hidden spots. Her travels span many regions, and she enjoys bringing home local souvenirs to taste and share with friends and family.

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