jidohanbaiki

convenience is everywhere in japan.  one can find virtually everything one needs within a short walking distance.  among these tools of convenience are the jidohanbaiki--a.k.a. vending machine.  usually found in multiples with dangling signs to catch your eye, this gem was straight-away outside of my door in a recent hotel.  so i could slip out of my room in robe and slippers, clink-clink a couple of coins, and relish the beverage of my election.

you can find a good number of other goods in such convenient machines on streets, alleys, and public corners.  sure, you can find a necktie!  or some pepperoni slices!  or a flower bouquet!  never fear, the judohanbaiki is here.