Category:Joysticks
The Japanese arcade joystick market is dominated by two manufacturers: Sanwa and Seimitsu.
Sanwa
Flagship models are the JLF and JLX sticks. Sanwa joysticks (without mod) have a noticeably longer engage and throw distance compared to Seimitsu sticks.
Since 2022, Sanwa has been selling individual parts (actuators, springs, etc.) to allow for user modification and customization of their joysticks.
| Model | Year | Notes | Switches | Exposed shaft length (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JLW | ||||
| JLF | MS-O-2P | 34 | ||
| JLF-TPRG | 2014 | Silent version of the JLF | Omron D2RV-G-SD3 reed switches | |
| JLX | 2023 | Updated version of the JLF. Equipped by default with a thicker actuator | ||
| JLX-TPML | Silent version of the JLX, features silent leaf adjustable microswitches | |||
| JLX2 | 2025 | Revised version of the JLX, goes back to the same actuator as the JLF | ||
| JLX2-TPML | 2025 | Silent version of the JLX2, features silent leaf adjustable microswitches | MLS-57AU leaf |
Seimitsu
Seimitsu joysticks are especially popular among shmup (shoot 'em up) players for their short engage and throw distances.
| Model | Year | Notes | Switches | Exposed shaft length (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LS-32 | ?–2015: Panasonic, Since 2016: Omron |
27.5 | ||
| LS-33 | Does not use bearing | |||
| LS-40 | Used in a number of Neo Geo cabinets | 29.9 | ||
| LS-55 | Does not use bearing | 33.4 | ||
| LS-56 | Stick with the stiffest spring | 32.2 | ||
| LS-58 | 2011 | Updated version of the LS-56 but with a lighter spring | 32.2 | |
| LS-60 | 32.2 | |||
| LS-62 | Compact version of the LS-58 | 24.2 | ||
| LSX-57 | ||||
| SEL-70X | Quick release shaft, non-rotating | |||
| SEL-70X-S | Silent version of the SEL-70X | |||
| LSX-NOBI | Designed for Nakayama 'Nobi' Daichi |
Note: Since 2016, Seimitsu has switched to custom-made Omron microswitches after Panasonic stopped production.[1]
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