# Human Vending Machine By TechnoGadget | Published 2007-02-17 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-vending-machine References: [eurotechnology](http://eurotechnology.com/blog/2007/01/human-vending-machine-in-tokyo.html) & [coolest-gadgets](http://www.coolest-gadgets.com/20070215/human-vending-machine/) This vending machine near Hachiko square in [Shibuya Japan](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tokyo-popups) is not an ordinary vending machine; it is actually operated by a charming human operator inside which passes the purchased goods out to you. Complete with upper and lower serving windows depending if it is an adult or a child. This is part of their marketing strategy in order to promote their product Caramini Corn ([caramel corn snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jaffa-cakes-installation)). **Implications** - There are many simple opportunities for companies to take an ordinary product and transform it into something extraordinary. It is very often the case that enhancing or modifying a commonly used product can provide it with a resurgence that will generate high levels of success. In the eyes of a consumer, the degree to which a familiar product is enhanced or altered can make it appear brand new. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 57% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/inventions) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Interactive Vending Machines:** Exploring vending machines that are operated by a human operator, providing a more personalized and interactive experience for consumers. - **Product Promotion Strategies:** Using innovative strategies, such as employing a charming human operator, to promote products and generate interest among consumers. - **Product Enhancement and Modification:** Opportunities for companies to enhance or modify commonly used products in order to make them appear brand new and generate success. ### Who This Affects Most - **Vending Industry:** Incorporating interactive elements into traditional vending machines to provide a more personalized and interactive experience for consumers. - **Marketing Industry:** Using creative and innovative strategies, such as employing a charming human operator, to promote products and generate interest among consumers. - **Food Industry:** Opportunities for companies in the food industry to enhance or modify commonly used products in order to make them appear brand new and generate success. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Novel Robotic Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/novel-robotic-vending-machine.md) - [AI-Enabled Salad Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salad-stand-vending-machine.md) - [Off-Beat Shellfish Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/farm-suzuki.md) - [Underwater Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/underwater-vending-machine.md) - [Gourmet Meal Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robot-chef-chulchul-box.md) - [Heat-Sensitive Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heat-sensitive-vending-machine.md) - [Smart Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-vending-machines.md) - [Porcelain-Clad Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatica-project.md) - [Pop-Up Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-up-vending-machine.md)