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EPISODE · Jul 5, 2025 · 13 MIN

The Vending Machine Murders – Japan’s Paraquat Poisonings

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Send a text In this chilling episode of Supernatural Japan, we delve into the infamous Paraquat Murders (パラコート連続毒殺事件), a shocking true crime case from 1980s Japan that left the nation gripped by fear. Known as the "Vending Machine Murders," these unsolved poisonings involved bottles of tainted beverages left near vending machines across the country, resulting in multiple mysterious deaths. We explore the details of the case, the cultural panic it sparked, and how it evolved into a lasting urban legend that continues to haunt Japan’s collective memory. Tune in for a disturbing blend of true crime and the eerie unknown. Follow the podcast:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/supernaturaljapan Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/madformaple.bsky.social X: https://x.com/MadForMaple Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/supernaturaljapan Email: [email protected] Support the podcast (Help fund the creation of new episodes): https://buymeacoffee.com/busankevin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BusanKevin NEW podcast companion blogs! https://justjapanstuff.com/ Support the show Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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