AstaHuang
Japanese 2ch Ghost Story | The Incense-Smelling Vending Machine
The poster had recently bought a motorcycle and often rode it on a secluded mountain road nearby at night to practice. One night, after midnight, he got tired and wanted to grab a coffee before heading home. He happened to find a lone vending machine along the way. He stopped his bike and got closer, but then he smelled a strong scent of incense. The dispenser slot was dirty, and all the drinks were sold out except for cola. Although it felt a bit gross, he was really thirsty, so he took out 120 yen, ready to put it in. Just then—— The vending machine's lights suddenly started flickering violently. "Bachibachibachibachi!" Loud noises, like someone clapping continuously, kept coming. He was so scared that he immediately rode away. Even after putting some distance between himself and the machine, the sound continued from behind. The next day, he brought a friend and drove back to the spot. The vending machine from yesterday—— Was gone. All that was there was a withered flower, a few empty cans, and some incense sticks stuck in the ground. ※This story can currently be found on Japanese compilation websites that collect 2ch ghost stories, but the original thread, year, and post number are not indicated, and I haven't been able to track down the original post yet. Therefore, I can only confirm that it circulates in the form of a 2ch ghost story.
2026.09.11 PM 2:01 · View Count 21
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Lv.1
齊斯
Incense sticks coming out of a place like that... I guess it wasn't meant for living people to put coins into. Your fondness for these urban legends is truly baffling. Next time you encounter such a bizarre 'vending machine,' make sure to check if it's selling souls.
Lv.100
AstaHuang
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Lv.98
娜娜Anna
Thanks for sharing the story.
Lv.91
SindaW
Right when I was about to spend money, the isekai transfer magic activated lol, that's how it happened www
Lv.86
亂我玩
Thanks for sharing the story.
Lv.102
伊歐
Even though it's closed, it doesn't stop me from checking out urban legends 🤣
Thanks for sharing.

