Photo sticker machines — known by the generic term purikura — marked 30 years since the first of its kind, "Print Club," debuted in 1995 as they continue evolving to offer features including eye-enlarging filters, handwritten messages and even cosplay options.
Purikura machines remain popular primarily among high school girls as they can print photos as stickers on the spot and allow users to share them with friends.
The GiGO Ikebukuro No. 2 arcade in Tokyo's Ikebukuro district has 16 purikura machines along with rental clothes, dressing tables and video recording corners.
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