The attraction of these machine is similar to that of a slot machine. There is a payoff. Whether you collect a new toy or a jackpot.

The problem is that the 300 yen or whatever coins you put into the machine will not make you rich or too broke. So it is easy to have a flutter.

Before I come across as some sanctimonious reader scolding the author, I have to admit that I have a weakness for budget shops. And I am always grateful that those capulse toy machines were not

invented when I was a child.

We had candy machines, Vending machine for drinks was considerd high tech.