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Chaos at unstaffed Japanese bento shop shows pitfalls of technology

Japan might have a reputation for being high-tech, but it’s still got a lot to learn when it comes to unsupervised shopping.

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24 Sweets Shop: New unstaffed store specialising in trendy Japanese sweets opens in Tokyo

With hard-to-get ice creams and treats now available 24 hours a day, convenience stores better watch their backs.

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Japanese confectionary chain Chateraise opens first 24-hour branch with self-checkout

Wait until you see how to scan your items!

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4 things that surprised us about Japan’s completely unmanned, 24-hour meat shop

Not only is it convenient, but the variety is also great!

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The unstaffed vegetable stand in Japan where you pick your produce yourself

Mr Sato teaches us how to make a purchase at this unusual roadside stall.

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New unstaffed store in Tokyo sells entrails 24 hours a day

“Beauty & Health” store has some surprising meals in the fridge for customers.

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New unstaffed gyoza store in Tokyo sells pot stickers 24 hours a day

We go on a post-midnight gyoza run to a shop with no staff — all part of our new normal in Japan.

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Completely unmanned 24-hours clothing store found in Tokyo

Behold the future of retail!

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Buying a can of coffee from an unmanned, AI-controlled kiosk in Tokyo

Mr. Sato goes on a speed coffee run with no humans to hold him up…or are there?

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