60 Surprising Items You Can Buy from Japanese Vending Machines: Discover Unique and Unusual Selections!

In Japan, a wide variety of items are sold through vending machines. For those intrigued by "A Treasure Trove of Surprise and Humor: Fun Discoveries in Japanese Vending Machines," we present "60 Surprising Items You Can Buy from Japanese Vending Machines: Discover Unique and Unusual Selections!"

A Treasure Trove of Surprise and Humor: Fun Discoveries in Japanese Vending Machines

Beverage

It's common for people to drink milk or soda after a bath at a public bathhouse or hot spring, making it a familiar presence.

1. Hot & Cold Beverages (tea, coffee, black tea, juice, energy drinks)
2. Regional Drinks (local sodas, fruit juices, amazake)
3. Sweet Red Bean Soup Cans (a sweet adzuki bean drink, sold in winter)
4. Corn Soup Cans (with corn kernels, popular in cold seasons)
5. Hydrogen Water and Health Drinks (for those focused on beauty and health)
6. Frozen Drinks (frozen bottled beverages, popular in summer)
7. Beer Vending Machines (with age verification, limited sales)
8. Sake Vending Machines (selling local sake at breweries and airports)
9. Wine Vending Machines (tasting available by the glass)
10. Milk & Coffee Milk (found at farms and hot spring resorts, retro vending machines)

Food

Have you ever had cup noodles at an ice-skating rink?
11. Ramen Vending Machine (serves authentic ramen)
12. Udon & Soba Vending Machine (found at stations and service areas)
13. Curry Rice Vending Machine (served heated)
14. Hamburger Vending Machine (delivers hot burgers)
15. Pizza Vending Machine (freshly baked pizza in 5 minutes)
16. Takoyaki & Okonomiyaki (common in the Kansai region)
17. Gyoza Vending Machine (frozen gyoza available 24/7)
18. Fried Chicken Vending Machine (freshly fried karaage available)
19. Onigiri Vending Machine (serves warm rice balls)
20. Sandwich & Panini (freshly made sandwiches available)
21. Roasted Sweet Potato Vending Machine (serves hot sweet potatoes)
22. Hot Dog Vending Machine (serves warm hot dogs)
23. Cheese & Cheese Snacks (perfect for a snack)
24. Nuts & Dried Fruits (health-conscious snacks)
25. Cup Noodle Vending Machine (includes hot water for on-the-spot eating)
26. Yakitori Vending Machine (sold vacuum-packed or frozen)
27. Steak & Gyutan Vending Machine (high-quality meat like Sendai gyutan available)

Sweets & Desserts

28. Ice Cream Vending Machine (a classic favorite) 29. Frozen Fruit (pre-cut for easy snacking)
30. Cake Vending Machine (jarred shortcakes and cheesecakes)
31. Taiyaki Vending Machine (filled with red bean paste or custard)
32. Dorayaki & Japanese Sweets (common in places like Kyoto)
33. Melon Bread Vending Machine (crispy melon bread available)
34. Roll Cake Vending Machine (sold frozen, defrost before eating)
35. Soft Serve Ice Cream Vending Machine (freshly swirled on the spot)
36. Macaron Vending Machine (colorful French pastries)
37. Daifuku & Dango Vending Machine (popular with Japanese sweet lovers)

Regional & Specialty Products

38. Crab Vending Machine (Hokkaido) (sold frozen, enjoy at home)
39. Mentaiko Vending Machine (Fukuoka) (convenient for souvenirs)
40. Takoyaki Vending Machine (Osaka) (enjoy authentic flavor 24/7)
41. Horse Sashimi Vending Machine (Kumamoto) (sold vacuum-packed)
42. Eel Vending Machine (Shizuoka) (buy high-quality ingredients easily)
43. Oyster Vending Machine (Hiroshima) (super fresh frozen oysters)
44. Venison & Game Meat Vending Machine (Nagano & Hokkaido) (great for camping)
45. Lucky Box Vending Machine (mystery bag style, contents unknown)

Everyday Items & Services

46. Edible Insect Vending Machine (crickets, giant water bugs, scorpions, etc.)
47. Umbrella Vending Machine (convenient for sudden rain) ]
48. Amulet & Fortune Vending Machine (popular at shrines and tourist spots)
49. Mask & Sanitizer Spray Vending Machine (for infection prevention)
50. Battery & Charger Vending Machine (for smartphone emergencies)
51. Cosmetics Vending Machine (lipstick, foundation, sheet masks)
52. Contact Lens & Solution Vending Machine (located at stations and near optical shops)
53. Socks & Stockings Vending Machine (for unexpected tears)
54. Fresh Flower Vending Machine (bouquets available, perfect for gifts)
55. Figure & Anime Merchandise Vending Machine (popular in Akihabara and airports)
56. Face Recognition Payment Vending Machine (no wallet needed with credit card link)
57. Multilingual Vending Machine (located at tourist spots and airports)
58. Ramen Soup Vending Machine (enjoy professional soup at home)
59. T-shirt & Apparel Vending Machine (limited edition items at tourist spots)
60. Car Parts Vending Machine (located at highway service areas)

Summary

✅ From drinks and food to everyday items and specialties, you can buy almost anything
✅ A variety of local gourmet options are available, perfect for travelers
✅ New technologies and unique products keep emerging, like a "moving shopping mall"!
When you find a vending machine in Japan, be sure to give it a try!