Yamada Vending Co. has opened a larger storefront in north Eugene, expanding its Japanese‑style vending shop that offers imported snacks, beverages, capsule toys and pop‑culture merchandise. The move gives residents a new destination to explore authentic Japanese treats and novelty items, adding another unique retail option to the city’s eclectic small‑business scene.

According to The Register‑Guard, the new shop follows the company’s earlier location at 570 Lawrence St., which attracted customers interested in imported products and Japanese pop culture. The larger space allows Yamada Vending Co. to increase its inventory and provide a broader range of items, from savory snacks and sweet confections to gachapon capsule‑toy machines.

Owner Eimi Yamada launched the business in April 2024 after frequent trips to Japan inspired her to recreate the country’s ubiquitous vending‑machine culture. The original shop featured Japanese snacks, ramen, character‑themed merchandise and the iconic gachapon machines. The expansion reflects growing demand for specialty retail concepts that combine automated merchandising with imported goods.

Vending Times reports that the relocation to a bigger north‑Eugene venue was announced on November 10, 2026. The company cites the move as an opportunity to “expand its Japanese‑themed shopping experience in the Eugene market.” While the exact opening date was not specified, the larger location is already operational and open to the public.

What’s next: Residents can visit the new Yamada Vending Co. location today to sample a wider selection of Japanese snacks and toys. The business plans to participate in the Automated Retail & Kiosk Innovation Show in Miami Beach, Dec. 14‑16, showcasing its model for self‑service retail and potentially bringing more innovations to Eugene in the future.

Sources: hyperlocalloop.com, vendingtimes.com