Japan is one of the most fashionable countries in the world. Rich in culture and heritage, the country is far from being a foreigner to awesome buildings and anything electronic that makes people go wow. It’s often whispered amongst those who envy these people that the Japs can turn anything into a fashion statement, and perhaps they are not wrong.

There aren’t many products around today that don’t come with a barcode but no matter how vital and awesome the product, the barcode which carries all the essential info about the product is contracted into a boring little box of slim and fat black lines. Not in the land of fashionable Japan, though. Barcode Evolution is a company that doesn’t just create custom made barcodes for products but has given life and an amusing yet human touch to something that has, since its inception, been considered as machine language. Established in 2005, the company started off catering to a mostly Japanese clientele but design company is expanding its horizons to the rest of the world now.

Getting one of these stylish barcodes would cost $1,500 for the design plus $200 a year for the license and a custom made barcode costs $4,000 and more. If you’re thinking of launching a new product and wondering how to get the edge over your competitors, contact D-Barcode asap!

Via: FastCompany