Society9 min
Vending Machines in Japan: Why Are They Everywhere?
Four million machines, from city corners to mountain trails. The history, the reasons, and the wild variety of Japan's vending machines.
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Jidōhanbaiki
What is Jidōhanbaiki?
Japanese for 'vending machine,' the ubiquitous automats found on nearly every street.
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