If you’re a fan of Japanese culture, anime, or collectibles, you no longer have to fly thousands of kilometers to Japan to experience the thrill of walking among hundreds of vending machines offering just about anything you can imagine—because Buenos Aires has just opened its first space dedicated exclusively to gachapon machines. But hurry, because it will only be open until July 19.
If you’re wondering what a gachapon is, they ’re those Japanese surprise capsule machines where you insert a token, turn the handle, and cross your fingers because you never know what collectible figure you’re going to get. They’re all the rage, and this event will only be open for 10 days. The countdown has already begun, so here’s where to find them.
Over 100 machines and your favorite characters in a surprise capsule
This hidden Asian gem in Buenos Aires is located in Almagro, just a few blocks from the intersection of Corrientes Avenue and Medrano Street, and it makes you feel like you’re walking the streets of Tokyo. You’ll find 100 machines all in one place. Among the most popular themes, you’ll find:
- Anime World: surprises featuring the most popular anime characters.
- Gaming and Pop Culture: Pokémon and the legendary Power Rangers.
- Magic and Fantasy: Giant universes like Harry Potter and Disney.
- Timeless classics: Collectibles like Snoopy.
Plus, the first 50 people to arrive will receive a surprise gift.
The system at this Japanese spot in Buenos Aires is identical to that of the locations in Japan. To play, you’ll need to buy tokens at the counter. Each token costs $5,000, and depending on the rarity and size of the gachapon machine you choose, the machines require between 1 and 4 tokens per try.
- 📍Where is it? Obrero Roberto Núñez 4358, Buenos Aires.
- 📅How long do you have? You’ll only be able to visit until Sunday, July 19.
