UPDATED 4/2/2025
For general arcade sales, please refer to the sales thread here.
INQUIRIES THROUGH EMAIL WILL BE IGNORED. It is archaic and horribly suited to these type of sales. For more direct inquiries, please do so through the Facebook page, or request Discord contact via PM. Phone calls and text will be ignored as well, it doesn't work for us.
For inquiries with regards to inquiries and ordering cabinets in Australia, please contact Blue Spring Express. My listed inventory is generally for import to the US. Other regions are serviced on an extreme case-by-case basis only, but almost all cases will be a flat no. We simply do not have the manpower to handle a lot of extra logistics.
Table of Contents:
1) Introduction / Order Status
2) Machines For Sale (Available Now)
3) Machines For Sale (Incoming Containers)
4) Machines For Sale (Future Containers)
5) Vending Prizes, Extra Items
6) Special Requests
7) Information, Rules, & Policies
8) Extended Reading
Introduction:
Hey everyone, I'm Cereth a.k.a. Kenchan a.k.a. David, founder and owner of Game Saru, the largest independent importer and distributor of Japanese arcade machines and related goods in the world. I have for a long time been an enthusiast in the hobby, and my goal with the company is to provide a more in-touch import service for these goods to my fellows in the community, and to provide rental services for Japanese arcade machines to various events. This thread serves to fulfill the former of the two.
Since 2018, I've built up everything I feel necessary to provide a better overall service in importing these goods to North America. I want to make sure all games purchased meet the requirements of a buyer. I generally try to get photos of the cabinets to show the cosmetic and monitor condition, as well as information about specifics where necessary, and will work one-on-one with you to answer any questions or concerns you may have.
If you would like to ask for anything that is not listed, please refer to "Special Requests". For any information on payment policies, rules, about the process, please refer to "Information, Rules, & Policies".
Order Status:
We've reduced the container load for the last few months for some breathing room and it has helped. We'll probably start picking up as soon as I can provide more regular listings. Generally any time estimates I give are accurate within a one month variance. There still won't be too much of desire in the on-hand section, and we'll be moving stuff only if there's demand to load those containers. We're pretty overstocked on a few things and underfunded atm besides.
4/2 UPDATE: With the addition of 24% tariffs on Japanese goods, ALL LISTED PRICES ARE INVALIDATED. All in-progress sales will meet one of the three following conditions: Sale price will be honored for anything that does not incur a loss, applicable additional cost will be applied to cover tariffs, or full amount refunded for the purchase of the cabinet. We understand this isn't an easy subject and something nobody wants to hear. It is our policy to never upcharge, and have no hidden costs, but this isn't something that is just absorbed out of thin air. 24% is a business-shuttering amount. If looking to make purchases off the list, be prepared to discuss actual pricing in DMs. I will likely not be able to list accurate prices on volatility around 24%. Just expect all pricing to be up by around that amount. We also will no longer be stocking little things here and there in advance like we usually do, so only sold/paid items will be loaded on containers. This is all until further notice.
1/20 UPDATE: We are still underfunded, and I estimate around 6 months to actually catch up; 2024 was a hard year with a lot of unreasonably massive expenditures, both calculated and unexpected, a number of poor experiences with large transactions, and revenue was down around 30%. Hard years happen in all businesses, it's expected, but we're maintaining a few processes to make sure we can come out stable. As such, we are very strongly enforcing our current no-holds policy, and full payment down only. We will also be skipping anyone on the waitlist that is not ready to make a purchase when stuff comes up. Finally, we will not be handling any sales outside of NA. The exchange rate is good right now, but container costs are still around triple or quadruple what they are normally. Price updates and whatnot reflect that, and take away a lot of our flexibility as the market changes too fast these days. Will probably need to adjust prices on the fly a bit.
I AM CLOSED TO ALL NON-STANDARD REQUESTS. Anything not listed or not common for import is not being handled right now. I am recovering from major stress, but I'm not taking anything on until 2026 to fully catch back up. I will not hold cabs for people unless there are extenuating circumstances that lead to it being beneficial; all cabs are sold first-come first-served. I am not ordering B1/B2 frames, TAITO benches, or stools, and currently not taking waitlist. I'm also not down to go through an extremely lengthy sales process beyond our norm, we don't have the energy or time to meet exceptional requests. If I say there's something we'll not do, please respect it and don't push. You don't have to buy if you aren't satisfied, and we're not going to push stress levels over a manageable amount to meet someone's needs. I understand this is going to put some people off, but I gotta draw a line right now for our own well-being. Most likely I'll be coming back with a better quality of service overall in 2025-2026.
Machines For Sale (Available Now):
Everything in the warehouse now, and a few items within a week or two of arrival. They are close enough to not put in the "Incoming Containers" section.
BARBER CUT R - $2,100 - 1 available
Capsule Station 6 - $800 - 12 available, this model is newer than the Capsule Station 4s we had, featuring the coin blocker when the machine is empty and other upgrades
Gashapon Station - $1,350 - These are brand-new top of the line Gashapons from BANDAI NAMCO, 2 units in a stack
Treasure Road - $4,000 - 3 available
UFO Catcher 7 - $2,600 - 1 available
Cabinets For Sale (Incoming Containers):
These all have an expected arrival date in April - May.
Currently Empty
Cabinets For Sale (Future Containers)
Flexible to load into containers starting February/March if fully paid for. These probably wouldn't come until late April/May.
Bringing in a half container of these, estimated to ship out of Japan later in March. The options are 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 slot; mostly it will be the 4 and 6s from my polling on the subject. 8, 10, and 12 are likely sold out as I'm only ordering 2 each, but leaving them up just in case. Future batches I'll do more, but for now, there was very little interest in comparison.
All of the machines are used, freshly repainted, and serviced by a vending machine company in Japan, who would be containering and transporting them to us directly. the photos are just examples, we cannot take custom requests at the moment to color, branding, etc. Please do not ask for it this time around.
There won't be brand names for them, as that apparently changes based on the company that orders them and a lot of other factors; there's something like 20+ suggested ones they sent us. There won't be any digital manuals to share either. Some example model names are below:
ABR-C4X-D4
ABR-C6X-C
ABR-C6X-D
ABR-C8X-D
FB-10B-D6
ABR-C6X-D5
FRA12BSSPD4-AB
From what I'm told, only the 12 slot ones can do hot or cold, but was unclear on whether it can do both at the same time. Assume all other machines are cold only. Coin and bill acceptors are up to you to figure out, we can't really help with that. The bill acceptors will not accept the new 1,000 bills that just came out, though.
I'm ready to start confirming orders, whether with full payment or at least an affirmed confirmation! Paid orders will get priority, but I probably wouldn't start requiring payment until the end of February. Spread the word!
4-slot Vending Machine - $1,525
6-slot Vending Machine - $1,575
8-slot Vending Machine - $1,700
10-slot Vending Machine - $1,850
12-slot Vending Machine - $2,000
BARBER CUT R - $2,100 - 3 available
CATCHER VOICE-c-ute - $1,500 - 8 available
Chibi Circle FK4 - $1,750 - 8 available
Chibi Crane Alpha - $3,250 - 4 available, basically a newer Miniccha!
Chinana GO - $4,000 - 2 available
COCKTAIRIUM - $2,750 - 3 available
CUBEMALL - $1,600 - 1 available
GEMINI MULTI 2 - $5,500 - 4 available
Hand Power - $3,750 - 2 available
Kicchao! - $3,500 - 4 available
Mini catcher twin GEMINI - $2,500 - 2 available
Miniccha! - $3,000 - 1 available
Screw Driver - $1,750 - 1 available
Spoon - $2,250 - 1 available
Sweet Goround - $6,000 - 1 available
Treasure Road - $4,000 - 4 available
TRY DECK - $6,000 - 1 available
TRY POD - $6,000 - 1 available
UFO Ala Carte 2 - $2,250 - 1 available
UFO Ala Carte DX - $2,750 - 6 available
UFO Catcher 7 - $2,600 - 4 available
Vending Prizes, Extra Items:
Coming, but not soon
Special Requests:
If you have interest in ANY large items, be it parts, cabinets, etc., don't hesitate to ask. However, I have restrictions on Yahoo! Japan auctions (see below). otherwise, I am happy to give you information on pricing and availability of everything, as well as find what you are looking for. I love to talk, maybe too much. Feel free to reach out! I'm most easily reached on Facebook Messenger (David Rocovits or Game Saru) and Discord (PM ME ELSEWHERE FIRST), or send me a PM on one of the forums.
About Yahoo! Japan:
I offer the service of bidding/buying on Yahoo! Japan for large items not easily sent through the mail (e.g. arcade cabinets, large parts). I have a limited number of such orders I can do per container, and as such, this service is ONLY offered to close friends/colleagues and regular customers. If you do not know me or have not worked with/spoken with me before, I will deny any request you make. For those who qualify, there will be a premium of $300 or 20% (whichever is higher) on top of all finishing costs, domestic and international shipping. Additionally, auctions will be accepted at my personal discretion for any number of reasons. In rare cases I cannot meet the above policy in extenuating circumstances. Please understand that there are some items I can't help with!
General Rare Cabinet Notes:
Please understand that some games are simply unreasonable to find. I may say as much if you ask me. Some I will refuse all requests firmly, some I will suggest wait times up to a few years. I mean it when I say this, please don't push it if I warn you not to.
Information, Rules, & Policies
About Payments:
I generally accept all payments Venmo Friends & Family, Zelle, and wire transfer for larger transactions. Due to exhaustion dealing with PayPal/buyers, I do not accept PayPal for ANY reason. I also do not accept credit or crypto. I'm not here for you to get credit card points, and GTFO with the crypto bullshit. Take advantage of someone else. I take payments IN FULL, IN ADVANCE. I do not do payment plans, deposits, financing, etc.
About Shipment/Delivery:
All items unless mentioned ship from my warehouse in Reno, NV. I ship via STI, through Michelle Bianchi. It is safe to assume a normal sized cabinet ranging from a Vewlix to a roughly 3' x 3' cabinet will cost around $550-$750, two such cabinets to add around $25-$50, and something larger like a beatmaniaIIDX to cost around $650-$900. My estimates are usually pretty accurate.
I will also do semi-frequent delivery trips to SoCal, Bay Area, and VERY infrequently, up to Seattle or out towards Salt Lake/Denver. You can expect prices for that around $300-350, or something reasonable for 2+ cabs. I used to deliver free if something coincides with a con, but this courtesy has been abused and only caused people to expect things for free, so I am no longer doing it free, for any reason. I will deliver smaller items like poster frames and stools on these trips. This is good if you only want one or two of them, as I won't have the hard restrictions that FedEx does.
Please note that for these personal deliveries, DO NOT expect a to-the-hour arrival time a week in advance. That is ludicrous. Areas like LA are HUGE, with 15 different ways a truck could be severely delayed. There is a disturbingly common expectation that arranging such deliveries with 15+ stops and enormous variance in stock coming in, loading time, departure time, freeway problems, longer stops, etc, that someone will be provided with specific delivery times, much less even an accurate day. This has become an ever-increasing expectation, and I want to cut off that expectation for good. We offer these deliveries as a service beyond normal operation. We understand that people's schedules need to be worked around, but that's just not how all this works. Please respect the effort that goes into making them viable at all in the first place.
About Cancellations/Problems
Depending on circumstances, I can handle order cancellations. Refunds will only be paid when I find a new buyer for the goods cancelled. In case of problems with an order, I will back the purchase to the best of my ability, including but not limited to repairs, replacements, and involvement on insurance claims. Please understand however that there is only so much I can do.
The Customer Is Not Always Right
I really shouldn't have to say this. Don't be a dick. There is no reason to give us lip, be belligerent/violent, toxic, entitled with us. We know problems arise, and sometimes we are exceptionally busy and cannot respond as quickly as you'd like. We know that no matter how much information we give, it's very possible/likely that something will be missed, and it will adversely affect you in some way. This is no excuse to be an asshole to us. We will always resolve everything to the best of our ability, but the moment you treat us like shit, we aren't doing anything for you besides the bare minimum standard. If you don't like that standard, you should have treated us with some modicum of respect. We have ZERO TOLERANCE for shitty behavior.
