Ohashi uses the vending machines and their locations to show the diversity of Japan's many regions and the contrast between Japan's urban future and its rural past. Ohashi told Business Insider ...

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Japanese vending machines, which offer whale meat, snails-in-a-can or edible insects, have a new dish on the menu: wild bear meat. Different cuts of local black bear are sold from a vending ...

Japan is known for its unique cultural phenomena, including cuddle cafes, vending machines for almost everything, the ...

What's the yummiest thing you’ve ever chosen from a vending machine? Was it a sweet treat? A salty snack? Or maybe an ice-cold can of pop? You might be surprised to find out that in Japan ...

A vending machine in Japan's northeastern prefecture of Fukushima is garnering attention for selling "kokeshi," traditional Japanese wooden dolls. The machine was installed in Inawashiro Town's ...

Japan is known for its unique cultural phenomena, including cuddle cafes, vending machines for almost everything, the hikikomori lifestyle, robot restaurants, and Pikachu-themed items. These ...

SAGAMIHARA, Kanagawa -- As foreign visitors flock to enjoy the retro vibes of over 100 vintage vending machines at a used tire lot in this east Japan city, officials hope it will become a "new ...

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If you’re looking to start your journey as an entrepreneur, owning a vending machine is a great way to start a small business and make some extra money. A vending machine business requires some ...