Our Story
Inspired by Japan. Sparked in a Diner.
People Kept Playing
We Kept Wondering
Standing in a diner while waiting for a table, we watched a father and daughter play a claw machine in the corner to get one particular prize. They played one time and got a prize, but it wasn't what they wanted. Then they played another time, and the same story repeated itself. Finally, after a third time, they got the prize they were hoping for.
The game had their attention for one particular prize—but none of the prizes inside made us want to play.
What if the prizes were as exciting as the game?
Inspired by Japan
Brought closer to home
We’d just returned from Japan, where claw machines were filled with things we actually wanted to take home: branded merch, cute prizes, collectable cards, and unique items you couldn't just buy somewhere else. Seeing that diner claw machine brought the idea into focus—bring that excitement to local businesses.
That’s how Toku began. Pairing “I want that” with a familiar game and an easy partnership for the businesses hosting it.
Prizes that make you say "I want that" is what Toku Entertainment is founded on.
The People Behind Toku Entertainment
Meet Mitch & Jen
We’re building Toku Entertainment around something we’d love to find ourselves: a fun game with something worth winning. We want to bring that little moment of excitement to the local places people already enjoy.
Husband & Wife, Co-Owners of Toku Entertainment
Be Part of the Toku Entertainment
Story
Let’s bring a little of that excitement to your business.