Why do Japanese ATMs dispense money stacked differently to those in the west? [closed]

I recently went to Japan (specifically Osaka and a few other places around Kansai) for the first time in my life, and had an amazing time. One of the many cultural differences I noticed was that Japanese ATMs were rather different to those in other parts of Asia, North America, or in Europe.

In particular, every one I encountered presented money towards the user displayed "in full", usually up from the ground, as if it were a pile of cash resting on a table. Every other ATM I've ever used shoves out a (probably) thin wadge of notes, with the edge of the wadge presented towards the user, and the face of the notes hidden until the user removes them.

Why? Given the extra engineering effort in making machines like this, and the vast amount of cultural background to money in Japan, I'd be surprised if it's sheer chance.

Here's an attempt at illustrating what I'm on about:

Japanese ATM -- Yen come out of a grey slot, presented face-up towards the user, not held on any side:

[e.g.] US ATM -- Money comes out in a thin wadge held by rollers:

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How much can you withdraw from an ATM in Japan?

Key Things to Know About Japan, ATM and Yen Japan ATM withdrawals are usually capped at 100,000 yen per transaction regardless of what your personal limits are.

How do Japanese use ATMs?

The general way to make a withdrawal at a Japanese ATM is as follows:

Insert your card.

Select your preferred language.

Press the WITHDRAWAL button.

Select the account you want to withdraw cash from.

Enter the desired amount (coins are only available at ATMs inside banks).

Confirm the amount.

How do I withdraw money from a Japanese bank?

You can use your home bank card with many Japanese ATMs. 7-11 ATMs are the easiest to use and accept the most foreign cards. They are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Japanese postal ATMs accept most foreign cards and can be found almost everywhere.

Do ATMs in Japan charge fees?

In addition, you can also access your account from ATMs at major banks and the Japan Post Bank. ATM fees will be a flat rate of 110 yen (incl. tax) per withdrawal, however please note the ATM operating hours and transactions may be limited according the ATM.

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