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When you think of a vending machine, we tend to imagine a candy bar or perhaps row after row of bottled beverages. But have you ever seen, for example, a machine stuffed to the brim with blankets? We’ve gathered some of the weirdest and most interesting vending machines from around the internet.
We also got in touch with Lisa Yaszek, a professor of science fiction studies in the school of literature, media, and communication at Georgia Tech to learn more. So get comfortable as you scroll through, be sure to upvote your favorites and share your thoughts in the comments section below.

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#1

My Airport Has A Book Vending Machine

Unusual vending machine filled with various books, showcasing a unique and creative vending experience.

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    A Cheese Vending Machine In A Mountain Village In Switzerland

    Unusual vending machine selling various dairy products including cheese, milk, and yogurt in a glass-front dispenser.

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    #3

    This Bakery In Japan Puts Their Leftover Bread In A Vending Machine To Sell After Hours

    Vending machine selling various wrapped baked goods and bread displayed on shelves with a digital touchscreen panel.

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    #4

    They Have Baguette Vending Machines In France

    Unusual vending machine selling fresh baguettes outdoors with clear payment options and baguette images.

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    #5

    A Local Farm Sells Eggs At A 24/7 Vending Machine On Their Driveway

    Unusual vending machine inside a small wooden shelter selling fresh free-range eggs on a sunny day in a rural area.

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    #6

    Grocery Store Near Me Has A Sticker Vending Machine With 90s Stock In It

    Unusual vending machine selling rock band stickers from Metallica, Deftones, Matchbox Twenty, and The Offspring.

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    #7

    24/7 Pizza Vending Machine In Finland

    Unusual vending machine selling freshly baked pizzas 24/7, located outdoors in a snowy setting.

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    #8

    A Shop Repurposed An Old Cigarette Machine To Sell Local Artisans' Work

    Person holding a small art piece from an unusual vending machine offering original art in various styles and designs.

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    #9

    Baby Supply Vending Machines With Diapers, Snacks, And Parenting Essentials At O’Hare Airport

    Unusual vending machine selling diapers and baby essentials in a public space, showing an uncommon vending option.

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    #10

    Short Story Dispenser At Los Angeles Public Library Central

    Unusual vending machine dispensing long printed short stories at Los Angeles Public Library for readers to enjoy.

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    #11

    A Blanket Vending Machine At My Local Movie Theater

    Unusual vending machine selling cozy blankets with card payment option, part of unusual vending machine discoveries.

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    #12

    Farmer's Vending Machines In Germany Offering Fresh Eggs, Potatoes, Milk, Jams, Jarred Meats, And Noodles

    Vending machine selling fresh eggs, milk bottles, and farm products with decorative rooster figurines on top.

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    #13

    Yarn Vending Machine In Philadelphia

    Person in an orange hoodie holding packaged items in front of an unusual vending machine with colorful products inside.

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    #14

    There Are Wine Vending Machines In Austria

    Vending machine stocked with various wine bottles, showcasing an unusual vending machine concept outdoors.

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    #15

    This Life-Saving Vending Machine In Oklahoma

    Unusual vending machine dispensing naloxone and fentanyl test strips to save lives in a public space.

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    #16

    A Public Library Vending Machine At The Train Station. I Love This

    Unusual vending machine dispensing library books with multilingual labels and digital interface in a public space.

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    #17

    In The Netherlands, There Are Vending Machines For Fresh Flowers

    Unusual vending machine selling fresh bouquets of roses with digital payment and selection screen in outdoor setting.

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    #18

    Put In A Coin And Get A Random Tattoo. I Was Surprised With A Tattoo Vending Machine Gift For Christmas. I Loved The Concept, And It Was Super Fun To Do

    Unusual vending machine filled with capsules for tattoo designs, showing a fresh toucan tattoo on a person's arm.

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    #19

    Book Vending Machine At A Local Elementary School

    Blue unusual vending machine dispensing books in a school setting with the main SEO keyword vending machine visible.

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    #20

    A Sock Vending Machine

    Vending machine selling various colorful socks in a row, showcasing an unusual vending machine concept.

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    #21

    Heraklion Airport In Greece Has A Seed Vending Machine

    Unusual vending machine dispensing various Greek seeds for herbs, vegetables, and flowers with colorful packaging.

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    #22

    Ramen Vending Machine

    Unusual vending machine offering various frozen ramen options with colorful menus and price discounts in Japanese.

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    #23

    A Fried Chicken Vending Machine In Otaru, Hokkaido

    Two unusual vending machines decorated with red and white patterns, offering various food items in a snowy setting.

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    #24

    A Sausage Vending Machine In Germany

    Unusual vending machine stocked with various packaged meats, sausages, and jars in glass-front display.

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    #25

    Thongs Vending Machine In Melbourne

    Vending machine selling flip-flops in various colors and patterns, showcasing an unusual vending machine concept.

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    #26

    This Airport Vending Machine Sells LEGO Sets

    Unusual vending machine selling various LEGO sets with a bright yellow design and touch screen interface.

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    #27

    Vending Machine Just For Skittles

    Colorful Skittles vending machine with multiple candy dispensers, showcasing an unusual vending machine design.

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    #28

    Strawberry Vending Machine. This Is At A Strawberry Greenhouse In The Westland In The Netherlands

    Unusual vending machine dispensing fresh strawberries in individual compartments, showcasing a unique concept in automated retail.

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    #29

    This Cotton Candy Vending Machine

    Unusual cotton candy vending machine with colorful design and digital screen for selecting candy style and payment options.

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    #30

    My University's Engineering Building Has An Electrical Component Vending Machine

    Vending machine selling electronic components and keychains, showcasing an unusual vending machine concept and items.

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    #31

    Flower Seed Vending Machine In A German City

    Blue unusual vending machine labeled Blumenwiese to go, dispensing flower seeds with colorful floral decorations outdoors.

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    #32

    My Kid's School Has A Vending Machine For School Supplies

    Unusual vending machine for notebooks, erasers, and pencils with prices and coin slots for each item.

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    #33

    Pringles Gambling Vending Machine, The Cost Is Slightly Higher Than Buying In A Store But You Have A Random Chance To Get One, Two Or Three Tubes

    Unusual vending machine dispensing Pringles cans with colorful branding and interactive selection buttons.

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    #34

    Germany Has Vending Machines For Meat Products

    Unusual vending machine stocked with various meats, sausages, drinks, and packaged food items for sale.

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    #35

    Vending Machine With Some Juice

    Vending machine dispensing fresh orange juice using four whole oranges per cup in a natural healthy setup

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    #36

    This Champagne Vending Machine

    Unusual vending machine stocked with multiple bottles of Moët & Chandon champagne for sale indoors.

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    #37

    A Dispenser That Sells Local Cheese (Fromage) And Morteau's Sausages In The Train Station (Besancon, France)

    Unusual vending machine selling gourmet food items like cheese and packaged snacks in clear compartments.

    I saw that while waiting for my train. I tried a Comte cheese, and it was really good. I couldn't finish it, so I gave it to a random homeless dude (who gave it to someone else).

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    #38

    A Vending Machine For Bouquets In France

    Unusual vending machine decorated with pink roses, dispensing flower bouquets inside a bright, eye-catching design.

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    #39

    My Dentist Has A Vending Machine For Toothpicks And Toothbrushes

    Vending machine stocked with dental care products like toothbrushes, floss, and toothpaste in an unusual vending machine setup.

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    #40

    "Vending Machine Corner" In Akihabara Contains A Number Of Vending Machines Selling Strange Things Like Popcorn, A Tennis Ball, A Tube Of Carrots, And Mystery Boxes

    Unusual vending machines in Japan selling popcorn, drinks, toys, and boxed items in a street urban setting.

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    #41

    A Macaroon Vending Machine In Japan

    Unusual vending machine selling colorful macarons with fruit-themed design in a vibrant outdoor setting

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    #42

    Condom Vending Machine In Japan That Has "I Love You" Written In Many Different Languages

    Unusual vending machine selling condoms with "I love you" in multiple languages printed on it.

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    #43

    I Found A Jansport Backpack Vending Machine In Mexico City

    Unusual vending machine selling backpacks in a public space with digital payment and multiple color options visible.

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    #44

    Ever Been Walking Down The Street Needing A Bottle Of Soup Stock With A Fish Inside? Fear Not. Osu, Nagoya

    Unusual vending machine selling bottled soup stock displayed in rows with Japanese text and illustrations.

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    #45

    This Pencil Vending Machine At The Local Middle School

    Vintage unusual vending machine dispensing quality pencils for 25 cents with Number 2 lead and clean erasures.

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    #46

    The Men's Bathroom In This Movie Theatre Had A Vending Machine For Pain Meds, Chapstick, Cologne, And Candy

    Vending machine with unusual items like Tylenol, cologne, Motrin, ChapIce lip balm, and ice pops for sale.

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    #47

    You Can Buy Crutches From This Vending Machine Next To A Local Hospital In Vilnius, Lithuania

    Unusual vending machine offering adjustable walking crutches with detailed usage instructions on display outdoors.

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    #48

    Grocery Store I Live Beside Sells Ammunition Out Of A Vending Machine

    Unusual vending machine with digital screen and American flag design allowing ID verification for purchase.




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