By MOOK Scenic Spots Family / Reported by Chen Wenlin
Recently, “NT$100 lottery vending machines” have become popular in Taiwan. You can find them near night markets or train stations. As the name suggests, these vending machines require a NT$100 coin to play, and they highlight the chance to win big prizes like a PS4. Now, you can also try one in Taipei Ximending street area!
The NT$100 Treasure Boxes have landed on Taipei streets (Photo / Treasure Box – NT$100 Vending Machine)
Since you never know what’s inside, many tourists rush to try their luck. These machines promise valuable gifts in the draw—but some end up with items like notebooks or dice. Still, this playful type of vending machine has been popping up across urban areas in Taiwan and is sparking a new trend.
The NT$100 Treasure Box promises big wins for just NT$100 (Photo / Treasure Box – NT$100 Vending Machine)
Although every Treasure Box brings a surprise, if you want to exchange your prize after 10 PM, you’ll need to reschedule due to the cutoff time. Some people complain that making an extra appointment is a hassle, but there are staff on-site from 2 PM to 10 PM, and they’ll deliver your prize within 20 minutes. There's also a QR code on the vending machine to contact online customer service.
Many people still manage to win the big prizes from the NT$100 Treasure Box, which helped make the vending machine an instant hit (Photo / Treasure Box – NT$100 Vending Machine)
The NT$100 Treasure Box vending machine has a QR code to contact online customer service (Photo provided / Xiao V)
Like a lucky draw, the NT$100 Treasure Box vending machine offers both surprises and disappointments. Next time you visit Ximending, keep an eye out for these machines and test your luck!
There are other vending machines too—no cashiers needed. Explore four unique vending machines around Taiwan
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