Pop Mart: How Robo Shops Are Changing Collecting Culture

Few brands spark the same level of excitement as Pop Mart. For fans of designer toys, nothing beats the thrill of opening a Pop Mart mystery blind box. Known for their original characters and captivating art toys, Pop Mart has a dedicated fan following, with collectors all over the world.

And now the latest evolution in art toy collecting has just got more accessible and more fun than ever with the introduction of Robo Shops.

What are Robo Shops?

Robo Shops are automated vending machines stocked full of Pop Mart’s beloved blind box figures. These futuristic machines are like mini Pop Mart stores and are placed in high-footfall areas like shopping centres, including our very own The Entertainer Bluewater store.

These machines have become more than just a convenient place to purchase product. They have become an experience for the modern collector, attracting fans from all over the globe – with some traveling miles (or even crossing oceans) to be amongst the first to try a new machine.

Social Media Meets Collecting

Pop Mart’s increasing popularity amongst collectors have made them more than just a toy company with Robo Shops now becoming part of a larger, social experience. Influencers affectionately known as Pop Friends are turning these machines into content hotspots, transforming each visit into shareable “Pop Moments” online via social media platforms.

Unboxing videos are becoming a growing trend, with people sharing their latest blind box find in real time, allowing others to share in the excitement of discovering which Pop Mart character they’ve pulled.

With designer toy culture growing and Pop Mart’s reach expanding globally, Robo Shops are a gateway into the collecting hobby. So, whether you’re a longtime Pop Mart collector or new to the blind box buzz, Robo Shops are making collectibles more interactive and more photogenic than ever!

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