"Is This Really Free? Japanese 'Free Vending Machines' Spark Excitement Among All"

In Japan, known as the land of vending machines, free vending machines are gaining popularity. Customers can use them without ...
The New York Times

Japan Runs on Vending Machines. It’s About to Break Millions of Them.

New yen notes were introduced that won’t be compatible with many machines that businesses like ramen shops rely on. By Kiuko Notoya and John Yoon Kiuko Notoya reported from Tokyo, and John Yoon from ...
The Family Fudge on MSN

I tried Japan's wild vending machine foods! 🍣

Discover the intriguing world of vending machine food in Japan. This video explores various unusual and daring snacks ...
CNN

This small Japanese town is a vintage vending machine paradise

Editor’s Note: Monthly Ticket is a CNN Travel series that spotlights some of the most fascinating topics in the travel world. In August, we’re going back in time to revisit some of the greatest retro ...