In Japan, vending machines are everywhere. The majority of them sell simple things like soda, coffee, or beer. However, some offer much, much more. Here is a list of the 10 strangest things that can be bought in Japanese vending machines. 

1. Eggs.

Vending machine eggs.
Photo: Jetsetta.com

2. Cars.

Vending machine cars.
Photo: Jetsetta.com

Smartcars only of course. Anything larger would just be ridiculous.

3. Used Schoolgirl Panties.

Schoolgril panties.
Photo: photomann.com

Yeah…

4. Rice.

Vending machine rice.
Photo: jetsetta.com

Not just any rice, but 25 lb bags that cost $60.

5. Pet Rhinoceros Beetles.

Pet rhino beetle.
Photo: Jetsetta.com

What?

6. Soda.

Robot soda.
Photo: Jetsetta.com

This one isn’t so much about the product being vended as it is the method of vending. This robot-slash-coke-machine wanders around Shibuya Station shooting lasers at you. It is also some sort of super hero.

7. Porn.

Porn vendor.
Photo: photomann.com

This machine has curtains that cover the content during the day and open up at night. Plus, prison bars for extra security.

8. Canned bread.

Canned bread machine.
Photo: Jetsetta.com

9. Umbrellas.

Umbrella machine.
Photo: Jetsetta.com

10. French fries and hot dogs.

Fried food vendor.
Photo: photomann.com

Fast food, prepared just for you on the spot (or maybe not).

 

For more strange Japanese vending machines, have a look at the following articles. Utterly Unusual Vending Machines of Asia, Unique Vending Machines in Japan, and Images of Japanese Vending Machines.

 

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