Yakuza series fans are in for a treat if they visit Kabukicho in Tokyo as Like a Dragon vending machines have been set up in the district.
While they were announced previously by SEGA, the machines were finally installed and fans have spotted them in the wild. For instance, Reddit user Catnipcosplays shared on r/yakuzagames that the vending machines are now in the area, with each machine featuring fan-favorite Yakuza characters.
Here’s a look at the actual vending machines:
If you’re in Tokyo or are planning to visit, here’s where you can find them:
- Kazuma Kiryu: Don Quijote Kabukicho (outside)
- 1-16-5 Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021
- Ichiban Kasuga: Karaokekan Kabukicho Honten (inside, 1st floor lobby)
- CR.B&V Building, 1-17-10 Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021
- Goro Majima: Shinjuku Batting Center (outside, near the entrance)
- 2-21-13 Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021
- Taiga Saejima: GiGO Shinjuku Kabukicho (outside, near the entrance)
- Daini Toa Kaikan 1F, 1-21-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021
- Daigo Dojima: GiGO Shinjuku Kabukicho (outside, near the entrance)
- Daini Toa Kaikan 1F, 1-21-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 160-0021
Instead of dispensing food or drinks, these machines offer unique Like a Dragon “Kamurocho” themed merch, including:
- Like a Dragon – I Love Kamurocho Oversized T-Shirt (L/XL)
- Price：¥3,900 (tax included)
- Like a Dragon – Kamurocho Acrylic Keychain (Ichiban Kasuga/Kazuma Kiryu/Goro Majima/Taiga Saejima/Daigo Dojima)
- Price：¥1,100 (tax included)
- Like a Dragon – Kamurocho Acrylic Block (Ichiban Kasuga/Kazuma Kiryu/Goro Majima/Taiga Saejima/Daigo Dojima)
- Price：¥1,500 (tax included)
- Like a Dragon – Tattoo Enamel Pin (Legendary Dragon/Dragonfish/Hannya)
- Price：¥2,400 (tax included)
As Tokyo’s Kabukicho in Shinjuku is the inspiration of Like a Dragon’s signature location of Kamurocho, the real-life entertainment district is a place that many Yakuza series fans flock to. So, having these vending machines is perfect as it gives fans something to commemorate their visit.
In related news, Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii digital pre-orders are now live on the PlayStation Store.