What is team building? Introducing specific examples and recommended cases such as sports and games!

What is team building? Introducing specific examples and recommended cases such as sports and games!
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On this page, Team Building Special feature!

What is team building? Basic knowledge such as Specific examples, examples, types, benefits, usage, etc. We will introduce you to the following information.

In addition, Recommended team building activities, including sports and games Let's check it out.

What is team building?

What is team building? Introducing specific examples and recommended cases such as sports and games!

Simply put, team building is Efforts to build a strong team " This word refers to the term.

By respecting the individuality of each member and utilizing each member's special skills, we can achieve our goals as a team. The main goal is to improve teamwork .

Sports, games, recreation, workshops, etc. Through this, we aim to stimulate communication and improve trust between members.

Building a team that can achieve goals Great benefits, effects and results are expected It is now being put into practice in many companies for team building and new employee training.

The benefits of team building

What is team building? Introducing specific examples and recommended cases such as sports and games!

It is expected to be effective in improving teamwork and creating a highly productive organization. Team Building "

From here, The benefits of practicing team building Let's look at an example.

  • Increased communication
  • Understand the characteristics of each member
  • Increased motivation
  • Creating new ideas
  • Improving the ability to share goals and visions
  • etc.

By practicing team building, the first thing that happens is that conversations between team members are generated. Increased communication You can expect:

By communicating outside of work, Understand each member's strengths and weaknesses and their characteristics This leads to the following:

Building those relationships is a great way to contribute to your work. Motivation and new ideas It will be.

In addition, by experiencing teamwork through play and sports, employees can improve their work skills. Improve sharing of goals and visions It is also expected to be effective.

Examples of team building

" What types of team building are there? Aren't there many companies and leaders looking for concrete examples like this?

First, the basic premise is Elements of team building are as follows:

  • Team-based initiatives
  • Communication is necessary
  • Something that allows you to set goals and win/lose
  • etc.

Conversely, if the above conditions are met Any program can be called team building. I guess so.

Can be done in the office Not only simple games, but also sports and activities It's also about team building.

In the following, Examples of team building implemented by major companies Let me introduce a few of them.

Examples Company name
Canoe Race Oriental Land Co., Ltd.
Brass band Sony Corporation
Creation using Lego Mercari, Inc.
Walking Meeting Gurunavi Inc.
theater CHINTAI Co., Ltd.
Escape Game TIS Inc.

Looking at the above examples, team building The content varies widely depending on the company. It is clear that...

Depending on conditions such as the type of job, the type of team you are aiming to build, or the type of members you have Choosing the right type is key It will be.

5 Recommended Sports and Games for Team Building

Enjoy outdoor team building activities Sports activities and indoor leisure activities are ideal programs. is.

Finally, the Activity Japan editorial team has carefully selected 5 Recommended Sports and Games for Team Building "We would like to introduce you to "

Please refer to information such as recommended plans, average prices, popular areas, and the number of participants. Please use this to help you compare and select team building options. .

Escape Game

What is team building? Introducing specific examples and recommended cases such as sports and games!

The game involves players being trapped in a closed space, solving puzzles and completing other missions to escape. Escape Game "

By team The appeal is the sense of accomplishment you get from solving difficult problems It is an adventure game.

Tokyo is characterized by having many facilities in central areas such as Shinjuku and Ikebukuro. One of the best team building games We can say that.

Escape Game Popularity Ranking

1 Rank

[Tokyo, Ikebukuro] Private reservation system! Find the hidden treasure and escape! [Escape from the room left behind by the Pirate King]

NoEscape Ikebukuro store
Ikebukuro
2,700 Yen ~ (tax included)

▼What is a Real Escape Game? ▼A scene from a typical game, "You are suddenly locked in a room and try to escape somehow" is recreated in the real world in a Real Escape Game using the latest electronic gimmicks. In a certain story, you are suddenly locked in a room. The room has a door that cannot be opened, various tools,

2 Rank

[Shinjuku/Yoyogi] Fully reserved! Escape from a castle full of traps! "Escape from the Trick Castle in Danger"

NoEscape Shinjuku store
Shinjuku and Yoyogi
3,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

▼What is a Real Escape Game? ▼A scene from a typical game, "You are suddenly locked in a room and try to escape somehow." A Real Escape Game recreates that scene in the real world using the latest electronic gimmicks. In a certain story, you are suddenly locked in a room. The room has a door that cannot be opened, various tools, a dark room, and a dark room.

3 Rank

[Tokyo, Ikebukuro] Fully reserved! Escape before you are executed! [Escape from the Queen of Wonderland]

NoEscape Ikebukuro store
Ikebukuro
3,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (2 reviews/experiences)

▼What is a Real Escape Game? ▼A scene from a typical game, "You are suddenly locked in a room and try to escape somehow." A Real Escape Game recreates that scene in the real world using the latest electronic gimmicks. In a certain story, you are suddenly locked in a room. The room has a door that cannot be opened, various tools, a dark room, and a dark room.

4 Rank

<2026> [Tokyo, Shinjuku] Escape Game - Work together with your friends to escape! "Escape from the Prison Series II" Same-day reservations accepted, 3 minutes walk from Higashi-Shinjuku Station

Super Secret Room
Shinjuku and Yoyogi
3,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

Escape from a prison cell you're locked in! Use your wits with your friends to solve the mystery. Escape games are games where you and your friends are locked in a closed environment such as a locked room, and you must find items and keys hidden in the room or solve the mystery to escape. There is a time limit, so the tension is outstanding! It's like a movie with high-tech traps.

5 Rank

<2026> [Tokyo, Shinjuku] Escape Game ~ An experiential mystery battle begins! "Escape from the Dungeon Series II" Same-day reservations accepted, 3 minutes walk from Higashi-Shinjuku Station

Super Secret Room
Shinjuku and Yoyogi
3,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

You and your friends were searching through an ancient tomb in search of treasure when you arrived at the final dungeon, where you found a laser trap. This is an ambitious plan that allows you to enjoy the excellent puzzle solving and laser traps that only a puzzle-solving specialty store can offer.

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Rafting

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Due to its popularity and recognition, it is also known as the king of outdoor activities. Rafting "

It's called a raft An outdoor activity in which participants board small boats in teams and navigate the rapids of the upper reaches of a river. is.

Of course, it is a great place for couples and families to relax, Popular for team building activities for group trips such as school trips and company trips is.

Rafting experience tour popularity ranking

1 Rank

[Hokkaido, Sapporo, Jozankei] Go down the river while watching the snowy scenery in the clear air - Snow Viewing Rafting - (includes bonfire and roasted marshmallows)

Noasobi Base Frill Fusliff
Sapporo
10,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (1 review/experience)

[Plan name] Snow-viewing rafting (rafting) [Period] Early December to late March [Start time] ① 9:30~ (Meeting time until 9:00) ② 12:00~ (Meeting time until 11:30) ③ 14:30~ (Meeting time until 14:00) *If you are late for the meeting time, we may refuse your participation in the tour. Please allow yourself plenty of time.

2 Rank

✅ [Gunma/Minakami/Half-day rafting 3 hours/Tour photos are free!] The joy of getting splashed with water, and the challenge of overcoming it together. Take the helm of adventure! ★Student discount available

Jag Sports! Gunma/Minakami/Minakami
Minakami
8,000 circle 6,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
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  • 4.8
  • (188 reviews and experiences)

✨Full support for making memories! ↳ Tour photo presents available ↳ All you need to bring is a swimsuit and a towel. Equipment rental is free! ↳ Student discounts available ↳ Free transfers from station and hotel ↳ We change the way we play on the river depending on the season! Please join us in the season you like. ↳ We are a long-established outdoor guide company that puts safety first. We have good reviews on reservation sites and are reliable.

3 Rank

Ultra-endurance, thrilling, satisfying, and unbeatable, experience the long course in just half a day. Have you experienced the true essence of the Kuma River?

RIVER KRASH River Krash Rafting
Hitoyoshi and Kuma
6,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (1 review/experience)

In the first half, you will get used to rafting while enjoying the nature, and in the second half, you will challenge yourself in the rapids. Even if you are not good at swimming, you will float safely with a life jacket, so this is the only place to enjoy playing in the river! You can choose to have a gentle, relaxed, and elegant experience, or to be introduced to the essence of the Kuma River. It is at your own risk.

4 Rank

Rapids course for groups and educational tours

Kuma River Rafting Happy Surprise
Hitoyoshi and Kuma
5,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

This is a time-free plan for groups and educational trips. The tour will be conducted according to your time schedule. Rafting tour course distance: 5.5 km Experience time: 1.5 hours Time required from meeting to disbanding: 240 to 270 minutes (Requests) Depending on the school, we will respond to requests such as splashing water, falling into the water, and no swimming (Service) Photo and video data (20

5 Rank

[Shima/Kusatsu] Same-day OK! Half-day packraft canoeing experience on the blue Lake Shima *Dogs welcome

One Drop Outdoor Guide Service
Shima, Agatsuma, Kawarayu
6,900 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (248 reviews and experiences)

[Shima Lake, one of the clearest lakes in the Kanto region] Enjoy nature at Shima Lake, the bluest lake in Kanto! The greatest attraction of canoeing on the lake is the beautiful scenery you can see from the water! You can spend a relaxing time listening to the birds chirp and watching the fish swim, feeling one with nature! Reservations are accepted even after the reservation deadline! Please contact us! [Latest Activity

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Futsal

What is team building? Introducing specific examples and recommended cases such as sports and games!

A classic example of sports team building is the " Futsal "is.

Because it uses a narrower court and a smaller ball than regular soccer, The appeal is that even beginners and those with no experience in soccer can enjoy it. is.

Also, You can rent out the futsal court for a relatively reasonable fee. This is also a great point for team building.

Futsal court reservation popularity ranking

1 Rank

[Osaka, Hirakata] Footgolf and Yakiniku at Hirakata's Okuhira

NPO Hirakata Culture and Tourism Association
Eastern Osaka (Neyagawa, Moriguchi, Kadoma, Higashiosaka)
9,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

Okuhira is a peaceful environment surrounded by nature in the inner sanctum of Hirakata City, Osaka Prefecture. Osaka's only footgolf course is located there. After enjoying footgolf with your family and friends in the grassland rich with nature, you can enjoy fresh locally grown vegetables and authentic yakiniku! You can also enjoy craft beer made with fresh hops. Nature, sports, fine food and local beer.

2 Rank

[Mie/Kuwana] Just 30 minutes by highway from Nagoya! Experience various activities at the futsal facility in the sports complex!

Mie Futsal Club
Suzuka, Yokkaichi, Kuwana
8,800 Yen ~ (tax included)

If you make a reservation in advance, you can enjoy futsal at any time from morning to late at night! Also, since it is located in a sports complex, you can experience various activities such as BMX, water jumping, and BBQ!

3 Rank

[Tokyo, Shinagawa] 2-hour event! Individual futsal that anyone can participate in. Video recording available.

Bonita of Kosar
Shinagawa Ward and Ota Ward
1,700 Yen ~ (tax included)

Bonita Futsal hosts more than 70 individual futsal events per month at 12 locations in Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, and Chiba. Individual futsal is when players gather on the court at a set time and place, and enjoy playing the game to the fullest in impromptu teams categorized by level. Each event is videotaped and uploaded to YouTube.

4 Rank

[Kanagawa/Aobadai] 2-hour event! Individual futsal that you can participate in by yourself. Video recording available.

Bonita of Kosar
Yokohama
1,500 Yen ~ (tax included)

Bonita Futsal hosts more than 70 individual futsal events per month at 12 locations in Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, and Chiba. Individual futsal is when players gather on the court at a set time and place, and enjoy playing the game to the fullest in impromptu teams categorized by level. Each event is videotaped and uploaded to YouTube.

5 Rank

[Kanagawa/Yokohama] Shunsuke Park Yokohama. Individual participation futsal that you can participate in by yourself. Video recording available.

Bonita of Kosar
Yokohama
1,600 Yen ~ (tax included)

Bonita Futsal hosts more than 70 individual futsal events per month at 12 locations in Tokyo, Kanagawa, Saitama, and Chiba. Individual futsal is when players gather on the court at a set time and place, and enjoy playing the game to the fullest in impromptu teams categorized by level. Each event is videotaped and uploaded to YouTube.

Sabage (survival game)

What is team building? Introducing specific examples and recommended cases such as sports and games!

If you are looking for an active team building with a large group of friends, Sabage (survival game) " is recommended.

By working together as a team to devise a strategy and defeat the enemy, Cultivate various skills necessary for a team, such as a sense of solidarity and critical thinking. You can.

Fighting in the outdoor field From full-scale events to casual events that you can enjoy in casual clothes There are a wide variety of plans available.

Airsoft (survival game) reservation popularity ranking

1 Rank

[Play airsoft in the vast field of Niijima, Tokyo!] Field reservation (from 10 people)

Niijima Sports Survival Game
Izu Islands (Izu Oshima and Hachijojima)
35,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

Reserve the vast field on the former mining site of Niijima! Have fun with your close friends for a whole day! It can also be used for company recreation. Why not enjoy airsoft to your heart's content on a vast field of over 10,000 tsubo?

2 Rank

[Hyogo・Asago] Sweat it out on your days off with airsoft! Survival game field Saturday rental plan (night battle)

Survival game field WEED
Tanba and Sasayama
50,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

This is a plan to rent out the field exclusively for the Saturday night battle.

3 Rank

[Hyogo・Asago] A different thrill from the daytime! Survival game field weekday rental plan (night battle)

Survival game field WEED
Tanba and Sasayama
25,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

This is a plan for exclusive use of the field for night battles on weekdays (Monday to Friday).

4 Rank

[Hyogo, Asago] Sweat it out on your days off with airsoft! Survival game field Sunday and public holiday rental plan (daytime battle)

Survival game field WEED
Tanba and Sasayama
70,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

This is a plan for exclusive use of the field for daytime matches on Sundays and public holidays.

5 Rank

[Hyogo, Asago] Sweat it out on your days off with airsoft! Saturday private plan for airsoft field (daytime battle)

Survival game field WEED
Tanba and Sasayama
70,000 Yen ~ (tax included)

This is a plan to rent the field exclusively for the Saturday afternoon match.

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Trekking (mountain climbing/hiking)

What is team building? Introducing specific examples and recommended cases such as sports and games!

" Trekking (mountain climbing/hiking) "

A sense of accomplishment as you reach your goal in nature It gives you a special feeling that you can't get from any other sport.

Also, Sometimes you can enjoy it with your whole heart, sometimes you can enjoy it while communicating with your friends. This is also a good point for team building.

Popular trekking (mountain climbing/hiking) tour rankings

1 Rank

[Yamagata Zao] Snowshoe tour around Senninzawa Ice Falls and Ice Trees. Free pick-up and drop-off available. We want as many people as possible to know about the wonders of Yamagata as possible. [Reasonable price] Guided tour.

Sokaitei
Yamagata, Zao, Kaminoyama
11,800 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 5.0
  • (7 reviews and experiences)

[Yamagata Zao Mountain Range] The Zao Mountain Range is famous for its frost-covered trees. We will tour the frozen waterfall and frost-covered fields known as Senninzawa Ice Garden, which has become popular in recent years. (Please note that the course may change depending on the weather on the day.) We will spend some time relaxing in front of the frozen waterfall and enjoy taking photos while walking through the frost-covered fields. And above all, we want people in Japan to experience this! [

2 Rank

[Fukushima, Aizu, Urabandai] Come empty-handed! "Walk through the mysterious forest! Goshikinuma Snowshoe Walk" 13:30 meeting ~ 16:15 end

Natural Biz
Urabandai and Bandai Plateau
6,600 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (9 reviews and experiences)

The Goshikinuma Nature Trail was awarded one star in the Michelin Green Guide. The trail provides detailed explanations of the Goshikinuma, a symbol of Urabandai and a place of dignified beauty. As you walk, listening to the sounds of wild animals and the calls of wild birds, you will come across the beautiful Goshikinuma.

3 Rank

☆ Shiretoko, a World Natural Heritage Site ☆ Snow trekking 3-hour course View of the virgin forest and cliffs stretching to Cape Shiretoko

Shiretoko Nature Guide Starhours
Shiretoko, Abashiri, Kitami
5,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.4
  • (25 reviews and experiences)

Walk through the virgin forest on snowshoes and view the cliffs that stretch all the way to Cape Shiretoko. You can see waterfalls flowing into the Sea of Okhotsk, huge icicles, and, depending on the season, drift ice. You can mainly observe Ezo deer and wild birds. You may also see eagles, woodpeckers, and flying squirrels, which are protected species. In the event of bad weather such as a snowstorm, we will contact you via your mobile device and, if you wish,

4 Rank

Highly popular! A spectacular view with a nature guide! Trekking to the Iori Falls and Frozen Waterfalls [Oku-Nikko, Tochigi Prefecture]

Nikko Natural History Museum Co., Ltd.
Nikko, Kirifuri Plateau, Oku-Nikko, Lake Chuzenji, Imaichi
13,000 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.8
  • (62 reviews and experiences)

We will walk through the spectacular snowfields of Oku-Nikko and visit the hidden waterfall "Iori Falls" deep in the valley. Iori Falls is a magnificent frozen waterfall that is about 20 meters high. It is located in the shade and the ice grows slowly, so it is known for its beautiful blue ice. This tour is a plan to visit Iori Falls accompanied by a nature guide who knows the local area well.

5 Rank

[Yamagata Zao] Snowshoe tour around the frost-covered trees. Free pick-up and drop-off available. We want as many people as possible to experience the wonders of Yamagata as possible. This guided tour is available at a reasonable price.

Sokaitei
Yamagata, Zao, Kaminoyama
11,800 Yen ~ (tax included)
  • 4.9
  • (25 reviews and experiences)

Easy trip to the Zao Mountain Range in Yamagata! Round-trip transportation from Yamagata city to the trailhead included ♫ The Zao Mountain Range is famous for its frost-covered trees. Enjoy taking photos while walking through the frost-covered trees known as the "frost-covered fields." If the time and weather are right, you can see the frozen Okama crater and visit the snow-covered Kattamine Shrine. And above all, we want people from Japan to experience this! [Reasonable pricing] *Peak Hand

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