# Eggcellent Food Dispensers The Egg Vending Machine Provides Fresh Eggs on a Daily Basis By Meghan Young | Published 2011-05-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/egg-vending-machine References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2011/05/vending-machine.php) & [flickr](http://www.flickr.com/photos/tyrian123/2751303465/) It seems like Japan has it all, even an Egg Vending Machine. I mean, the Japanese did bring the first [touchscreen vending machine](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/touchscreen-vending-machines) to the market. Although, I don't think that the Egg Vending Machine can really compete with Shanghai's [Crab Vending Machine](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crab-vending-machine), not everyone needs crabs on a daily basis. Eggs, however, will always be a food staple in many households. The Egg Vending Machine was spotted by Flickr user Josh Berglund when he was traveling around Japan. He noted that each small compartment holds a bag that contains about 10 to 12 eggs. Each bag is priced at about $3. He also notes that the [eggs are from a nearby farm](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cartons-of-eggs) and the farmer fills the machine daily with freshly laid eggs. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 36% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Egg Vending Machines:** The trend of Egg Vending Machines provides convenience and freshness for consumers seeking farm-fresh eggs on a daily basis. - **Touchscreen Vending Machines:** The trend of Touchscreen Vending Machines introduces interactive and user-friendly interfaces for consumers to easily purchase various products. - **Unconventional Vending Machines:** The trend of Unconventional Vending Machines offers unique and unexpected products, catering to specific consumer needs and preferences. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The Food and Beverage industry can explore Egg Vending Machines to tap into the growing demand for convenience and freshness in food retail. - **Technology and Electronics:** The Technology and Electronics industry can capitalize on the trend of Touchscreen Vending Machines by integrating innovative interfaces and customized experiences for consumers. - **Retail and Consumer Goods:** The Retail and Consumer Goods industry can embrace Unconventional Vending Machines to enhance customer engagement and offer unique product experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gourmet Meal Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robot-chef-chulchul-box.md) - [Fried Chicken Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-tokyo-hot-crispy.md) - [Seasoned Quail Eggs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seasoned-quail-eggs.md) - [AI-Enabled Salad Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salad-stand-vending-machine.md) - [On-the-Go Mussel Vendors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/van-de-mosselman.md) - [Sandwich-Heating Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kepak-hot-vend-kiosk.md) - [Gym Meal Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-protein-meal-vending-machine.md) - [Japanese-Style Egg Salad Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japanesestyle-egg-salad-sandwich.md) - [Egg-Based Snack Appliances](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/muffin-maker.md)