Skip to content
Unbordered Life
  • About
  • Japan Life
    • Crane Games
    • Theme Cafe/Restaurants
    • Haikyo
  • Travel Stories
    • China
    • North Korea
    • Central Asia
    • Thailand
    • Vietnam
Search
Unbordered Life
Close menu
  • About
  • Japan Life
    • Crane Games
    • Theme Cafe/Restaurants
    • Haikyo
  • Travel Stories
    • China
    • North Korea
    • Central Asia
    • Thailand
    • Vietnam
Unbordered Life
Search Toggle menu

Category: crane games

April 28, 2026April 27, 2026crane games, japan

Next-Gen Frozen Claw Machines Roll Out at Third Planet Arcades

The “Dohiemon Catcher” is a next-generation frozen claw machine that solves issues such as frost buildup and uneven temperatures.

Read more
April 19, 2026April 19, 2026crane games, japan

Bluey to Make Debut As Claw Machine Prizes in Japan

FuRyu Corp. will begin rolling out crane game–exclusive prizes for the hit Australian animated series Bluey from April 2026.

Read more
April 15, 2026April 15, 2026crane games, japan

Bandai Namco’s Iconic Clena Flex Claw Machine Goes Mini

Bandai Namco’s Clena Flex is the latest iconic claw machine to get the mini treatment. But the only way to get it is to play for it.

Read more
April 10, 2026April 8, 2026crane games, japan

The Newest Game Arcades to Open in Tokyo (2025–2026)

Tokyo’s arcade scene is constantly evolving. Discover brand-new game centres in Akihabara, Shinjuku, and beyond.

Read more
April 8, 2026April 8, 2026crane games, japan

Flying Tiger Offers Limited Time Sale on Mini Claw Machines

Looking for a fun way to enjoy crane games without heading to the arcade? Flying Tiger Copenhagen’s popular mini claw machine is now on sale.

Read more
April 6, 2026April 6, 2026china, crane games

First Full-Fledged GiGO Arcade Opens in Shanghai

GiGO launches its first major Shanghai arcade, bringing Japanese crane games, themed food, and anime collaborations to a subculture hotspot.

Read more
October 24, 2025April 6, 2026crane games, japan

Can You Help Taito Find Japan’s First Claw Machine?

Taito Corp. is launching a nationwide project to locate any remaining units of the Crown 602, considered Japan’s first homemade claw machine.

Read more
October 13, 2025April 3, 2026crane games, japan

An Introduction to Every Major Japanese Prize Figure Brand

A complete guide to all the major Japanese prize figure brands, including Banpresto, Sega and Taito. Learn what’s worth playing for!

Read more
July 5, 2025July 5, 2025crane games, japan, life, personal

Where to sell crane game prizes for the best return?

Over my months of crane gaming, I have discovered there are three main options for selling crane game prizes. As for the best, read on.

Read more
January 7, 2025January 7, 2025crane games, japan, life, personal

10 Important Things I Learnt in a Year of Playing Crane Games in Japan

Before playing crane games in Japan, keep these things in mind to save yourself some money and increase your chances of winning!

Read more

Posts pagination

1 2 >

About Me

donikantoku in Shimokitazawa, summer 2019

My name is Doni (aka donikantoku) and I’m an ABC from Australia now living in Tokyo, Japan. I have a serious case of wanderlust and love getting off the beaten track. Read on for tips on travel to Japan, Asia and beyond. Let’s all live an unbordered life!

Looking for something?

Recent Posts

  • Next-Gen Frozen Claw Machines Roll Out at Third Planet Arcades
  • Bluey to Make Debut As Claw Machine Prizes in Japan
  • Bandai Namco’s Iconic Clena Flex Claw Machine Goes Mini
  • Marmot Village Tokyo: A No-Touch Animal Cafe in Nakano
  • The Newest Game Arcades to Open in Tokyo (2025–2026)

Browse by Theme

UNBORDERED LIFE
© donikantoku 2018-2026

Follow me on Instagram Follow me on Facebook Subscribe to my Youtube channel

SITE MAP

  • About
  • Japan Life
  • Travel Stories
  • Terms of Use

Tags

airlines animals anime architecture bridges cannabis cherry blossoms cool stays coronavirus covid-19 culture day trips eating episodes family food gaming geeky golden week haikyo history hotels howto humour ibaraki instagram introspection kazakhstan nature news nightlife north korea photography pilgrimage rainy days reviews sailor moon saitama shinjuku shopping theme cafe things to do trains unique world heritage
© 2026 Unbordered Life. Proudly powered by Sydney