Join me as I take on the vending machine challenge to live off various vending machines in Tokyo for one week. This ...

You're currently following this author! Want to unfollow? Unsubscribe via the link in your email. In many ways Japan is a country that's firmly embraced technology, yet it remains attached to good old ...

From hot canned coffee and corn soup to highballs, dashi, and even gyoza, Japan’s vending machines offer a fascinating look at everyday eating across the country. Tanner Bowden is a writer, editor, ...

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 ...

With record numbers of travelers heading to Japan, the general eating IQ among visitors has gone up. Beyond seeking out the best ramen and sushi, most now know that they can head to 7-Eleven for ...