I only saw a handful of alcohol vending machines when I was in Japan (2018). I heard a rumor they are being phased out. EDIT: Found a source "In May 1995, to

I only saw a handful of alcohol vending machines when I was in Japan (2018). I heard a rumor they are being phased out. EDIT: Found a source "In May 1995, to prevent underage drinking, the All Japan Liquor Merchants Association decided to eliminate outdoor alcohol vending machines, so it is now rare to encounter these machines outside." https://www.nippon.com/en/features/h00258/vending-machines-in-losing-battle-against-convenience-stores.html https://www.nippon.com/en/features/h00258/vending-machines-i...