Japan and the WorldEpisode 17: Can Vending Machines Save Japan?11×0:00Current time: 0:00 / Total time: -8:58-8:58Audio playback is not supported on your browser. Please upgrade.Episode 17: Can Vending Machines Save Japan?Part I: Trust meets High TechnologyChristopher HardingOct 03, 20251ShareTranscriptDiscussion about this episodeCommentsRestacksJapan and the WorldConversations and audio essays about Japanese history, culture and global connections.Conversations and audio essays about Japanese history, culture and global connections. SubscribeListen onSubstack AppApple PodcastsSpotifyOvercastPocket CastsRSS FeedAppears in episodeChristopher HardingRecent EpisodesEpisode 28: Will Japan Go Nuclear?13 hrs ago • Christopher HardingPreview: Episode 28: Will Japan Go Nuclear?13 hrs ago • Christopher HardingEpisode 27: Why is Japan Falling Behind in AI?Dec 19, 2025 • Christopher HardingPreview: Episode 26: Taiwan 2026Dec 5, 2025 • Christopher HardingEpisode 26: Taiwan 2026Dec 5, 2025 • Christopher HardingEpisode 25: Hidden Lives of the SamuraiDec 5, 2025 • Christopher HardingEpisode 24: The Cosmic Maps that Unlock Japanese BuddhismNov 21, 2025 • Christopher HardingPreview: Episode 24: The Cosmic Maps that Unlock Japanese BuddhismNov 21, 2025 • Christopher Harding