Vending

Shohei Ohtani takes over Tokyo vending machines

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June 22, 2026

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Japanese beverage company Ito En has installed six special-edition vending machines at Tokyo's Sensoji Temple featuring artwork of Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani, according to a Japan News report. The machines, which debuted Friday, are dedicated exclusively to the company's Oi Ocha green tea and will remain in place through July 20 as part of a promotional campaign tied to the baseball standout.

The vending machines dispense 20-ounce bottles of Oi Ocha featuring one of 63 different Ohtani-themed label designs. Each bottle sells for approximately $1.35, giving fans a chance to collect unique illustrations of the Japanese baseball star while purchasing the popular tea brand. The limited-time installation combines celebrity marketing with Japan's extensive vending machine culture at one of Tokyo's most visited tourist destinations.