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Japanese Vending Machines

April 18th 2009 04:35
Japanese Vending Machine


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When I last travelled to Japan, one of the most intriguing things was discovering a whole new species of vending machines. In Australia, you're typically used to the ones which sell snacks and drinks. However, Japanese vending machines take things much much further.


In Tokyo, I came across vending machines which sold hot cans of coffee as well as hot snacks such as mini pizzas.

Japanese Vending Machine
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In Osaka, I found more seemingly "scandalous" vending machines which sold cigarettes and alcohol. The first thought which popped into my mind was that these crazy Japanese vending machines were going to be a concoction for social disaster. Perhaps evidence of this is an article from Japan Today (LINK) where a 10 year old boy was able to purchase a pack of cigarettes from a vending machine despite safety precautions.


Meanwhile, in Kyoto, I came across vending machines which sold porn, fresh and used panties. You can say I was quite taken aback.

Have you ever come across any strange Japanese vending machines?

What was the strangest product you have ever seen sold in a vending machine?

To see more photos, click here.

To see an interesting list, "18 Odd Items for Sale in Japanese Vending Machines", click here.
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