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The Sweet Creamy Goodness of Japan’s Milk Vending Machines
Drinks / Kyoto / Vending machine

The Sweet Creamy Goodness of Japan’s Milk Vending Machines

Posted on: April 23, 2026April 23, 2026

There is something about milk in Japan that hits different for me, especially when it comes in a glass bottle from a vending machine!

A deep dive into Japan’s obsession with “Gachapon” machines
Anime / Culture / Manga / Society / Vending machine

A deep dive into Japan’s obsession with “Gachapon” machines

Posted on: March 9, 2026March 9, 2026

The Gachapon phenomenon has been a long-standing aspect of Japanese pop culture since the 1960s, bringing colorful fun and joy to all.

Kyoto’s new “matcha love” drinks delivers the premium experience
Kyoto / Matcha Green Tea / Vending machine

Kyoto’s new “matcha love” drinks delivers the premium experience

Posted on: November 20, 2025November 20, 2025

Vending machine green tea could never compare to the quality of matcha at Japanese tea ceremonies, that is until “matcha love” stepped in!

5 Japanese energy drinks for your daily power boost!
Combini / Drinks / Vending machine

5 Japanese energy drinks for your daily power boost!

Posted on: September 21, 2025September 21, 2025

Japan is abundant in its very peculiar beverages designed to immediately boost your power. These 5 energy drinks will keep you buzzing!

The new “Fizzpresso” by Tully’s Coffee combines soda & espresso!
Drinks / Vending machine

The new “Fizzpresso” by Tully’s Coffee combines soda & espresso!

Posted on: September 3, 2025September 3, 2025

The idea of a carbonated coffee beverage initially had me grossed out, but Tully’s Coffee’s new Fizzpresso drink proved me wrong!

5 refreshing goods to get you through the Japanese summer
7-Eleven / Combini / Drinks / Food / Summer / Vending machine

5 refreshing goods to get you through the Japanese summer

Posted on: August 11, 2025August 11, 2025

7-Eleven and vending machines are your best friends during the Japanese summer, in fact they’re critical for your survival!

Top 5 Japanese steamed buns that really hit the spot!
Combini / Food / Vending machine

Top 5 Japanese steamed buns that really hit the spot!

Posted on: March 15, 2025August 1, 2025

Steamed buns are an absolute delicacy in Japan and cost as little as 150 yen! These are my top 5 picks for these delicious doughy treats:

Cream in a can? Trying Hokkaido canned cream vending machines
Food / Hokkaido / Sapporo / Vending machine

Cream in a can? Trying Hokkaido canned cream vending machines

Posted on: March 4, 2025August 1, 2025

Japan is a loose canon when it comes to obscure vending machines, but this one gets my stamp of approval with its tasty Hokkaido canned cream!

The 5 most obscure vending machines in Japan
Drinks / Food / Vending machine

The 5 most obscure vending machines in Japan

Posted on: September 29, 2024August 1, 2025

I’ve seen my fair share of unusual ideas and concepts in Japan, but these 5 obscure vending machines definitely stand out as the most unique!

Top 5 vending machine soups you’ll find only in Japan
Drinks / Food / Vending machine

Top 5 vending machine soups you’ll find only in Japan

Posted on: April 18, 2024April 18, 2024

The practicality of vending machines goes far beyond a can of cola. Here in Japan, you can grab yourself a savory soup too!

Top 5 obscure drinks from Japan’s supermarkets
Combini / Drinks / Shopping

Top 5 obscure drinks from Japan’s supermarkets

Posted on: November 7, 2023July 30, 2025

Japan’s supermarkets provide food and drinks that are cheap, tasty, and downright strange. Here are my top 5 most obscure drinks in Japan!

Pepsi Nama – Japan’s exclusive variant of Pepsi with a “raw taste”
Combini / Drinks / Vending machine

Pepsi Nama – Japan’s exclusive variant of Pepsi with a “raw taste”

Posted on: August 13, 2023July 29, 2025

I’ve spoken about Japan’s exclusive Pepsi Refresh Shot before, but I was surprised to find another Japan-only variant known as Pepsi Nama!

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