Recently, according to Japan's NHK TV station, in Takamori, Nagano Prefecture, Japan, a
Vending Machine that provides insect food has been set up on the street a few days ago. Japanese media said that there is a local cultural habit of eating insects, and this food can become a new way to supplement protein.
It is reported that the vending machine provides 18 kinds of insect food such as crickets, grasshoppers, silkworms, soft-shelled turtles, and dragon lice, all of which are fried or grilled, and are available for customers to purchase 24 hours a day. The flavors include salt, chocolate, etc. The price ranges from 1,000 yen to 2,600 yen (about 50 to 130 yuan) per bag.
The person in charge of the sales activities, Ma Shi Ozawa, said that the insects sold by this vending machine are easy to eat and can provide customers with a new source of protein, which has attracted attention from all parties. In May, this kind of vending machine was also set up in Achi Village, Nagano Prefecture, and some insects were even sold out. "Nagano Prefecture is known for its insect-eating culture, and we make our products into a variety of flavors such as chocolate, so that children and women can also enjoy them easily."
Sakuragi Huadao, a loyal fan of insect food, said: "I buy insect food from vending machines every once in a while. They are high-quality proteins that grow naturally and are completely green food. I hope more and more people will accept insect food."
