ex Labs, a startup specializing in the planning, production, and operation of immersive experience events, has successfully raised capital from Skyland Ventures and Shinkukan Inc. The funds are earmarked for scaling operations and developing new experiential content. Specific details regarding the funding amount and investment round remain undisclosed.
Founded in November 2025, ex Labs is a University of Tokyo-originated startup dedicated to redefining the value of physical spaces through entertainment. The company excels in creating immersive experiences, including riddle-solving games, murder mysteries, and strategic brain-teaser challenges. Their portfolio boasts a proven track record of transforming diverse locations, from aquariums and karaoke venues to entire city districts, into engaging stages for their content.
With this new injection of capital, ex Labs is set to aggressively scale its 'Facility Revitalization' business, which focuses on converting underutilized shared spaces and off-peak hours within commercial and cultural facilities into active, high-traffic assets. As a cornerstone of this initiative, the company is partnering with Tokyu Land Corporation, 404 Not Found, and TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE Shibuya Sakura Stage to launch an interactive, venue-wide event titled 'Rumor Investigation Committee: Case 1 - Stationery That Alters Reality' at Shibuya Sakura Stage. By developing a model that minimizes initial capital expenditure for facility owners, ex Labs aims to create sustainable solutions for foot traffic and revenue generation.