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The QR code was invented to track car parts

Denso Wave created it in 1994 for Toyota production lines, needing a code readable from any angle and still scannable when partly damaged.

Sports

Most sumo bouts are over in seconds

After minutes of salt-throwing ritual, the average match lasts under ten seconds. The ceremony is longer than the fight.

Countries

Japan has a vending machine for every 30 people

With roughly four million machines nationwide, Japan has the highest density on earth. They sell hot coffee, ramen, umbrellas and even fresh eggs, and are trusted to run unattended all night.