[Experience Report] The Excitement of Buying Only at Night! The Reason Behind the Popularity of the "Bread Vending Machine" at Yokohama's Kannai Station

The author has long been curious about the locker-style vending machine quietly standing near Yokohama's Kannai Station. It operates only at night and seems to sell bread from a local bakery at a 30% discount. I actually went there to investigate!

A little-known gem, a bread vending machine that operates only at night

Did you know there is a "bread vending machine" that operates discreetly at night at Yokohama's Kannai Station? It is an initiative to reduce food waste called "SDGs Vending Machine," where you can acquire specialty bread from local bakeries at a 30% discount. This time, I will report on the charm of this night-only bread vending machine that busy adults should definitely know about.

After work, I casually noticed the "bread vending machine"

This vending machine, installed in the corridor of Yokohama City Subway's Kannai Station, stands quietly during the day with no lights on. However, at night, it quietly begins selling a selection of carefully crafted bread from local bakeries at a 30% discount. Isn't this an exciting system?

I had always been curious about it every time I used Kannai Station, but until now, I had only encountered it when it was sold out. On this day, I passed by without much expectation and noticed that one light was lit.

As I got closer, I saw four types of plump breads packaged and lined up through the window. While I couldn't see the details of the contents clearly, a delicious atmosphere wafted from them.

The payment was cashless.

I settled the payment with Quick Pay and entered the locker number.

When I entered it, the door opened with a "clack" sound. I felt grateful for the convenience of completing everything with just the necessary actions.

Inside the locker were four packaged breads.

Inside the locker, there were four pieces of bread wrapped in plastic.

A paper describing the re-baking method comes with a set of four pieces of bread for 1000 yen. Considering the quality and content, it feels like a great deal. Furthermore, the satisfaction of contributing to food waste reduction by making a purchase was also added.

The next morning, a special morning to enjoy the re-baked bread.

The next morning, following the re-baking instructions, I tried warming the bread in the toaster. Each piece of bread has its name, ingredients, expiration date, and other information listed. On that day, I got four types: “Maple Pecan,” “Anko Giffre,” “Custard Croissant,” and “Premium Cheese Roll.”

Usually, I hastily have breakfast from a convenience store, but on this day, just taking a bite of “proper bread” made me naturally feel more in the morning mood. Without having to stop by a bakery, I could smartly enjoy a delicious breakfast. That morning, which gave me such ease, turned out to be more special than I had imagined.

A little luxury changes the satisfaction of the morning.

Starting the morning with a quick grab of bread from the station—I realized that such small changes can definitely enhance daily satisfaction. "I want to spend my morning time more pleasantly." If you feel the same way, be sure to take a peek at the bread vending machine at Kannai Station.

SDGs Station Yokohama Kannai
Location: Municipal Subway Kannai Station "SDGs Station Yokohama Kannai" exhibition space
Installation period: From mid-January 2024 to the end of March 2026 (scheduled)
Business hours: During station operating hours

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