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Ending Boring Corporate Training with Interactive Murder Mystery Workshops

The new training program, 'Ark of Sora', has taken traditional corporate training to the next level by incorporating an engaging murder mystery experience. Developed in collaboration between Experiful Inc. and Shuyu Co., this innovative training offers a fun and immersive approach to team building that aims to enhance participants' self-initiative and communication skills.

What is Murder Mystery?

Murder Mystery, often referred to as 'Madami', is an interactive game where players assume the roles of suspects in a fictional incident. The goal is to unravel the storyline and identify the true culprit within the immersive environment of the game, resembling being inside a thrilling detective novel. The popularity of this format has skyrocketed in its country of origin, China, boasting over 40,000 stores. In Japan, particularly among younger audiences, this genre has also found its place, contributing to a growing trend in team-building activities.

Experiful operates three murder mystery specialty stores named 'Detective Camp' in Tokyo and Yokohama. These stylish and spacious venues appeal to both novice and experienced players, allowing for affordable entertainment. The establishment's popularity has even caught the attention of various media, including television, radio, magazines, and YouTube channels, making it a top choice among mystery aficionados.

Overview of the 'Ark of Sora' Training Program

The 'Ark of Sora' training program represents the culmination of Experiful's extensive knowledge in the murder mystery field. This specialized program not only promotes team building but also allows participants to develop critical skills such as consensus-building, decision-making, negotiation, and strategic design through enjoyable activities.

Participants in the program are engaged in reaching a common mission through communication, which naturally encourages discussions and deep involvement in the narrative. Designed in collaboration with Shuyu Co., which has a strong background in conducting corporate training, the 'Ark of Sora' program maintains high educational quality.

Program Details

• - Program Name: Murder Mystery Training 'Ark of Sora'
• - Team Size: 4-5 people per team, accommodating 3 to 20 teams.
• - Duration: Approximately 3 hours, including a reflection session.
• - Additional Notes: Facilitators and operational staff will be present during training.
• - Program Structure: Divided into three parts:

1. Murder Mystery Activity (Negotiation & Cooperation)
2. Reflection Work (Self and Team Reflection)
3. Summary Feedback (Organizing and Articulating Learnings)

Feedback from Participants

Participants have shared their experiences:

• - Young Male Engineer (20s): 'Initially, I thought, “a game in training?” but soon found myself seriously engaged, becoming aware of my role in the team. I felt we communicated more openly than usual.'
• - Female Salesperson (30s): 'At first, I regarded it as a play-like training. However, I realized that our entire team delved into it earnestly while enjoying laughter and exchanging opinions. This experience has stayed with me longer than traditional training.'
• - Male HR Staff (40s): 'In this environment, opinions were voiced freely, regardless of status. I experienced what true “psychological safety” means, and the gaming element retained our focus throughout the session.'

Learn More About the Program

Interested individuals can now request service materials for the training program. For inquiries, please fill out the Google form linked below.
Request Form

Further, HR professionals are invited to join our free webinars and face-to-face experience sessions to better grasp our training offerings:

Free Webinar

• - Date: November 19, 2025
• - Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
• - More Details & Signup: Webinar Registration

Free Face-to-Face Experience Session

• - Date: December 2, 2025
• - Time: 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
• - More Details & Signup: Experience Registration

About Experiful Inc.

Experiful, founded with the vision of creating a society filled with memorable experiences, operates three 'Detective Camp' locations and three puzzle cafes across Tokyo and Yokohama. Additionally, it produces its own murder mystery series, 'Pocket Mystery®', while creating tailored entertainment experiences for corporations and municipalities.

• - Company Name: Experiful Inc.
• - CEO: Leo Nagayasu
• - Headquarters: 1-14-14 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
• - Website: Experiful

About Shuyu Co.

With the mission of injecting creativity into organizations, Shuyu Co. provides team-building training through interactive content like puzzle-solving and treasure hunts. They have successfully trained over 10,000 individuals, primarily from large corporations.

• - Company Name: Shuyu Co.
• - CEO: Shinsuke Ogawa
• - Headquarters: 6-50-1-201 Honcho, Naka-ku, Yokohama
• - Website: Shuyu

For any inquiries or to discuss opportunities to implement experience-driven training, please reach out to Experiful at +81 3-5577-2264 or via email at [email protected].