Vending machines have evolved far beyond just dispensing snacks and drinks. Around the world, vending machines are offering a wide variety of surprising products. How cool would it be to grab a freshly made pizza from a machine, pick up a hot bowl of ramen on the go, or even buy a cozy blanket during a chilly matinee show in a multiplex? The extraordinary vending machines on display reveal the creativity and convenience that modern technology brings to everyday life. Here, we've collected pictures of some of the most unique and fascinating vending machines from across the globe. Check them out now!
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1. A book vending machine at an airport
2. A cheese vending machine in a Swiss mountain village
3. This bakery in Japan puts their leftover bread in a vending machine to sell after hours
4. They have baguette vending machines in France
5. A local farm sells eggs through a 24-hour vending machine in their driveway in Orange County, California
6. In Finland, there is a pizza vending machine that operates 24/7
7. A blanket vending machine in a local movie theater
8. At Chicago's O'Hare Airport, there are baby supply vending machines that sell diapers, snacks, and parenting essentials
9. There are wine vending machines in Austria
10. A vending machine selling life-saving supplies in Oklahoma
11. In the Netherlands, there are vending machines for fresh flowers
12. A fried chicken vending machine in Otaru, Hokkaido
13. Ever seen a vending machine selling slippers? This one is in Melbourne
14. A ramen vending machine in Japan
