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Japan's Top Inventions

8 Season
93 Episode

Japan's Top Inventions - Season 3 Episode 5 2D Barcodes


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48 minutes 2025 HD

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The behind-the-scenes tales of hit products and creations from Japan: this is Japan's Top Inventions. This time, a well-known type of 2D barcodes called QR codes. These codes were invented in 1994 by a Japanese car component manufacturer. These days, they're used throughout the world in factories and stores, on travel tickets, for cash-free payments and more. Learn the little-known story behind these barcodes, including their unusual inspirations: the game of Go and skyscrapers!

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