What Is the Kuretatsu Certification?
The Kuretatsu Certification is the official abbreviation of the Crane Game Skill Certification.
The certification consists of three levels: Level 3, Level 2, and Level 1.
On the examination day, participants receive direct instruction, followed by an on-site evaluation to determine pass or fail.
Benefits of the Kuretatsu Certification
Learn the fundamentals of crane games
Participants will study the history of crane games, different machine types, and their characteristics.
By understanding prize size, shape, and weight, players learn how strategies differ depending on the prize, and can master a wide range of techniques through the certification program.
Improve your skills and win more prizes
Becoming a certified crane game master allows you to confidently win prizes and share crane-game-exclusive items with friends, partners, and family.
Receive services and benefits at partner locations
Successful candidates receive an official Certificate and Certification Card.
By presenting the Certification Card at participating partner locations, holders can enjoy exclusive services and benefits.
Level 1 Certification: Opportunities in the Industry
After obtaining Level 1, certified masters may be introduced to job opportunities at partner locations or work as crane game instructors, expanding their career opportunities within the amusement industry.
For amusement facility operators, employing Kuretatsu-certified players—who possess proven skills, knowledge, and mindset—can contribute to business revitalization and increased revenue.
Certification Details
Kuretatsu
Level3
For general players who want to improve their skills and enjoy crane games more.
Kuretatsu
Level2
For players who can apply Level 3 techniques effectively in real gameplay.
Kuretatsu Certification is operated
by the Japan Crane Games Association.
We, the Japan Crane Games Association, work to promote crane games and develop talent in order to support the growth of the amusement industry.
For Media
We, the Japan Crane Games Association, work to promote crane games and develop talent in order to support the growth of the amusement industry. We actively welcome interview and feature requests from all types of media, including newspapers, magazines, TV, and radio.
Are Crane Games the Next Big Trend!?
Even as entertainment becomes increasingly online, crane games
—where you can share joy and excitement with family and friends—
have been drawing even more attention in recent years.
You spot the plush you want, it looks like you can win it… but you can’t quite get it. Many people have found themselves thinking, “One more try!”
Crane games let you share thrills and emotion in real life—something online games can’t fully replicate. They are especially popular with families with children.
In addition, changes to regulations have contributed to improved prize quality. The appeal of attractive prizes and the rarity of original items available only through crane games have drawn attention from a wide range of ages and nationalities.
Official Crane Game Strategy Book—Now Available!!
Contents
- 12 pro-taught prize-winning techniques
- Crane game myths vs. facts (False × / True ○) — straight from the pros
- “Sacrificial plays” and behind-the-scenes stories from the crane game industry
- “Crane game moments” we collected from arcade staff
- Crane games explained from the basics—easy to understand from zero
- …and more.
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