Gashapon Machine Hire
Hire rates
from £650 +VAT / 1 day
Delivery and any branding are quoted separately. No payment needed to get a quote.
Please note: That if using tokens the capsules need to be loaded with tissue paper to ensure the sensor can detect each ball.
- Delivered and set up by our team
- Full walkthrough of how it works
- PAT tested, with risk assessment supplied
- Collection after your event
- Optional in-house branding
- In-house branding team
- Over 300 games to choose from
- One supplier, one invoice
- Discounts for multi-day hire
- £5m employer's liability insurance
- PAT tested equipment
- Risk assessments supplied on booking
- Nationwide delivery and set-up
- Trading since 2015
Gashapon Machine hire for events
Please note: That if using tokens the capsules need to be loaded with tissue paper to ensure the sensor can detect each ball.
If you’re looking to add a unique, interactive feature to your event, gashapon machine hire UK services are becoming increasingly popular. These capsule-based vending machines, inspired by Japanese culture, offer a fun and engaging way to distribute prizes, samples, or branded merchandise. Whether for corporate activations, exhibitions, or private parties, hiring a gashapon machine can instantly elevate the experience and leave a lasting impression on guests.
A capsule vending machine rental is ideal for businesses wanting to gamify their marketing. Instead of simply handing out promotional items, you can create anticipation and excitement as attendees spin the machine to reveal their reward. This approach not only boosts engagement but also encourages social sharing, making it a powerful tool for brand visibility. Many UK providers offer customisation options, allowing you to tailor the capsules and machine branding to suit your campaign.
What is a Gashapon Machine?
A gashapon machine—also known as a capsule vending machine—is an interactive device that dispenses sealed capsules containing a surprise item. Originally from Japan, these machines are designed to create excitement through chance and reward. At events, they are commonly used to distribute prizes, branded merchandise, samples, or promotional items in a fun and memorable way.
For large-scale activations, event gashapon machines are a standout attraction. They work particularly well at trade shows, product launches, and festivals where capturing attention is key. You can use them for competitions, discount codes, or exclusive giveaways, ensuring visitors interact with your stand. The tactile experience of turning the handle and receiving a mystery capsule creates a memorable moment that traditional marketing methods often lack.
Giant Gumball Vending Machine Hire:
If you want to go even bigger, consider giant capsule vending machine hire. These oversized machines are designed to draw crowds and create a real “wow factor.” Perfect for high-footfall events, they can dispense larger prizes or even serve as a photo opportunity. Their visual impact alone can help attract attendees from across the venue, making them a valuable addition to any experiential marketing strategy.
Overall, gashapon machine hire offers a creative, interactive, and highly effective way to engage audiences across the UK.
Discover the magic and excitement of Gashapon with our high-quality Gashapon dispensers. These delightful machines bring the thrill of mystery and surprise to your space, offering a fun experience for all ages. Whether you're a collector, a fan of Japanese pop culture, or just love the idea of surprise collectibles, our Gashapon dispensers are here to bring the adventure to you! We also offer different variation of this capsule machine including our prize crane hire.
JM Entertainment provides Gashapon machine hire across the UK, delivering a fun and interactive attraction for events, exhibitions, corporate activations, parties, and brand promotions. A Gashapon machine is a capsule vending machine where users turn a handle to release a mystery capsule containing prizes, gifts, or promotional items, creating excitement and engagement for guests.
Capsule Prize Machine Rental:
Our machine come with 200 clear 100mm capsules, this enormous gumball , gashapon or capsule dispenser stands a whopping 180 cm tall and can hold up to 400 capsules with gifts and give-aways.
This game can be played with tokens or free play.
Guests simply turn the handle to release a capsule containing prizes such as sweets, keyrings, branded merchandise, discount vouchers, or promotional gifts. This interactive concept increases engagement and keeps guests entertained.
What’s Included?
Large professional Gashapon capsule machine
Capsule prizes or branded items
Delivery, setup, and collection
Event support if required
Custom branding options for corporate events
The machine can operate in free play, token play, or paid mode, making it suitable for both entertainment and marketing campaigns.
Gashapon Machine Hire with JM Entertainment:
JM Entertainment offers professional Gashapon machine rental services across the UK, suitable for:
Corporate events
Brand activations
Exhibitions and trade shows
Shopping centre promotions
Festivals and fairs
Private parties and weddings
University events
Product launches
Features adjustable lights and free play , tokens to play, or money to play.
The globe has a diameter of 820 millimeters
the base has a diameter of 750 millimeters
Our entire range of capsule dispenser machines are available for hire nationwide right now. Simply reserve the dates you require through our website. Alternatively, if you have any questions or would like to discuss or bespoke branding options, get in touch with us directly and a member of our friendly and trained team will get right back to you.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How much does gashapon machine hire cost?
The cost of gashapon machine hire depends on the type of machine, the hire duration, branding requirements, delivery location, and whether capsules or staffing are included. For a tailored quote, it is best to request pricing based on your event size and requirements.
Can you brand the capsules?
Yes, many gashapon machine hire services offer branding options for both the machine and the capsules. This can include branded capsule inserts, custom prize items, vinyl wraps, and campaign-specific designs to match your event or promotion.
How many capsules does it hold?
Capacity depends on the machine size and capsule dimensions. Standard machines can typically hold a large volume of capsules, while giant capsule vending machines are designed for bigger prizes and lower quantities. Exact capacity can be confirmed based on the model you hire.
Do you deliver across the UK?
Yes, gashapon machine hire is often available across the UK, including London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, and other major cities. Delivery, setup, and collection options usually depend on your venue location and event schedule.
Is staff included?
Staffing may be available as an optional extra or included as part of a full event package. Event staff can help manage queues, refill capsules, explain the experience to guests, and support branded activations throughout the day.
What types of events are gashapon machines suitable for?
Gashapon machines are ideal for trade shows, exhibitions, corporate events, brand activations, retail launches, festivals, and private parties. They are especially effective when you want to create an interactive giveaway experience.
Can the machine be customised for our brand?
Yes, many suppliers offer custom branding for the machine exterior, capsule contents, signage, and surrounding display area. This makes gashapon machines a strong choice for promotional campaigns and experiential marketing.
What can be placed inside the capsules?
Do you provide setup and collection?
Yes, most gashapon machine hire packages include delivery, setup, and collection. This ensures the machine is installed correctly and removed efficiently once your event has finished.
Can I hire a giant capsule vending machine for a one-day event?
Yes, giant capsule vending machine hire is often available for single-day events as well as multi-day activations. Hire terms can be adjusted depending on your venue access times and event schedule.
We offer nationwide hire and delivery across the UK for our gashapon machines, capsule vending machines, and interactive event games, supporting events of all sizes—from brand activations to large-scale corporate experiences. Our team regularly works in major cities including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Newcastle, Bristol, and Nottingham, ensuring reliable service wherever your event is based.
Sports Venues:
Our interactive equipment is a popular choice for high-profile sporting events and fan experiences. We’ve delivered to some of the UK’s most recognisable venues, including Wembley Stadium, Premier League football grounds, and leading racecourses such as Ascot, Windsor, Epsom Downs, and Kempton Park. We also support events at major sporting locations like Edgbaston Stadium and iconic motor racing circuits including Brands Hatch and Silverstone.
Exhibition Venues:
For exhibitions, trade shows, and brand activations, we regularly supply capsule machines and interactive games to top UK venues. These include ExCeL London and Olympia, as well as major exhibition centres such as the NEC Birmingham, Exhibition Centre Liverpool, Manchester Central, Telford International Centre, and Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre.
Conference Centres:
We work extensively with corporate clients at leading conference and event spaces across the UK. Frequent venues include the QEII Centre, Tobacco Dock, Truman Brewery, ICC Birmingham, Coventry Building Society Arena, Old Billingsgate, and Harrogate Convention Centre—perfect for conferences, networking events, and product launches.
Shopping Centres:
Our gashapon and capsule vending machines are ideal for retail activations and promotional campaigns. We regularly deliver to major UK shopping destinations including Bullring Birmingham, Westfield London, Trafford Centre, Bluewater, Lakeside, and Metrocentre, helping brands create engaging in-store experiences.
Hotels & Event Spaces:
We also support events in premium hotels and private venues, particularly across Central London and key UK cities. Regular locations include Hilton Hotels, InterContinental London – The O2, Ham Yard Hotel, Corinthia London, Connaught Rooms, Mandarin Oriental, Celtic Manor Resort, De Vere venues, The Landmark London, Novotel London West, The Grosvenor, and The Berkeley—ideal for corporate events, private parties, and luxury brand activations.
Hire rates
The longer the hire, the lower the price per day. Prices are for the Gashapon Machine on its own; branding and delivery are quoted separately.
Delivery charges and minimum order values may apply depending on hire length and location. Contact us for a quote including delivery. Discounts are available for multiple items and longer hires.
Branding options
All branding is produced in-house. Your design team supplies artwork using our template, and we print, fit and remove it after your event. Prefer the standard finish? It looks great straight out of the flight case.
What's included
Capsule Dispenser Hire:
Dive into fun with JM Entertainment's Gashapon hire, a star in our Interactive Digital Games range. Your hire includes:
- 1 Unbranded Gashapon Machine
- Additional Capsules available upon request
- Power Cable (13amp socket required, generator option for outdoor events)
Specification
| Equipment size | 2.7ft x 2.7ft |
|---|---|
| Operational area | 2.1ft x 4ft |
| Equipment height | 5.9ft |
| Players at once | 1 |
| Suitable for | Children and Adults |
| Power | 13 amp socket (generator available for outdoor use) |
All dimensions are approximate. Ask us if you need exact measurements for access or stand plans.
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Gashapon Machine pricing at a glance
Game hire
Gashapon Machine on its own, 1 day
from £650 +VATLonger hire
7 days for exhibitions and roadshows
£1,885 +VATBranding
Your artwork printed and applied in-house
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Questions about the Gashapon Machine
Can the Gashapon Machine be branded for my event?
Yes. We offer an in-house branding service for all our products. We send you print templates, you send back your artwork (or your logos and we lay it out), and we print and apply it before delivery.
Do you deliver the Gashapon Machine to my area?
We deliver nationwide across the UK. Delivery is quoted separately and depends on your venue and the length of hire. Send us your postcode for a full quote.
Can we hire the Gashapon Machine for more than one day?
Yes. Exhibitions, roadshows and multi-day events are common, and longer hires cost less per day. In some cases equipment can be hired without our staff. Ask us for a multi-day quote.
What paperwork do you provide?
Electrical equipment is PAT tested and we supply risk assessments on booking. Method statements and insurance documents are available on request.
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