Features
Modern Vending Machine
Health & Society
Beverageの慣用句
100
The number of vending machines in Japan has increased since 2000. T or F?
False
100
What service does a vending machine in Japan give in the event of a disaster?
It gives free Wi-Fi.
100
Trivia: Where was the first vending machine created? (country's name)
It was created in Egypt (by a Greek mathematician).
100
a cup of joe:
Ex: "I can't start my day without a cup of joe.
A. a cup of coffee
B. a cup of tea
C. a cup of orange juice
A. a cup of coffee
200
Where are vending machines often placed in Japan?
A. On roadsides and in parks
B. Only in train stations
C. In office buildings
A. On roadsides and in parks
200
How long can people use the free Wi-Fi from a vending machine in Japan?
They can use it for it for about 30 minutes.
200
Trivia: A few new vending machines in Japan, only show calorie information.
Why?
A. It is cool for young people
B. It helps people make healthy choices
C. It helps companies make money
B. It helps people make healthy choices
200
in hot water
Ex: "I'm in hot water. I forgot my wife's birthday."
A. I'm cooking dinner
B. I'm taking a bath
C. I'm in trouble
C. I'm in trouble
300
What was the unique service launched for young people?
A. Free drinks anytime
B. Reward for exercise
C. Drink delivery
B. Reward for exercise
300
How far are the Wi-Fi signals sent out?
They are sent out within a 50-meter radius.
300
Trivia: Name three healthy beverages you can buy at a vending machine.
Tea, water, juice, sports/energy drink, coffee (zero sugar)
300
not my cup of tea:
Ex: "I tried painting a few times, but it’s not my cup of tea."
A. It's too easy
B. I don't like it
C. It's too difficult
B. I don't like it
400
What is a feature of Japanese vending machines that might surprise tourists?
A. They also sell snacks
B. They can use credit cards
C. They sell both hot and cold drinks
C. They sell both hot and cold drinks
400
What can people do with the free Wi-Fi?
They can send messages.
400
DOUBLE POINTS!
What is health problem related to vending machines?
They sell many sugary drinks/sweet drinks.
400
spill the tea (お茶をこぼす)
Ex: "What happened at the party?! C’mon spill the tea!"
A. Tell me a joke! (冗談)
B. Share the gossip! (噂)
C. Don’t lie! (嘘)
B. Share the gossip! (噂)
500
Why do people often buy drinks at convenience stores and not vending machines?
There are more varieties/options at convenience stores
500
A beverage company installed vending machines with Wi-Fi in Japan in 2012.
What “install” in Japanese?
設置する
500
Trivia: Why are there so many vending machines in Japan? Give two reasons!
1. Japan is safe (vending machines are not destroyed)
2. They are convenient (being early is very important)
3. They do not need a lot of space (many people and buildings)
500
make a toast:
Ex: "Let's make a toast to Mr. Tanaka!"
A. Sing karaoke with Mr. Tanaka
B. Prepare breakfast for Mr. Tanaka
C. Give a nice speech about Mr. Tanaka
C. Give a nice speech and raise a glass (祝杯/乾杯)
