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Japan is the a country filled with shrines dedicated to various things and entities. Some are big, and others as small as a single sign. But very few are run by vending machines.
The Enkiri Enoki shrine is dedicated to an ancient tree from the Eddo period which is said to help with the breaking of bad relationships and the beginning of new ones. This makes it a popular spot with people who want help with their relationship, and also alcoholics who want to stop drinking. However, the place is too small for round the clock shrine keepers, and thus an alternative was found; vending machines.
There are two of them on it's small premise. A large machine that sells 'Ema' planks which are used to write down your wish, and a smaller 'gachapong' machine which dispenses blessed charms for those who wish to cary them. This unique system makes the temple easy to use with minimal upkeep from priests.
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The place is open 24/7 and freely available.
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March 13, 2026