How far are you willing to go to advertise your love of a mobile game?
Sometimes we wear our fandoms on our sleeves. Our excitement just seems to bubble over and we can’t contain ourselves. But even then, most people will show their love of a franchise with a cool t-shirt or stationery with beloved characters printed on it. However, one Twitter user took things a bit further — sporting a giant QR code inserted in the sleeve of his backpack. We first wondered if it were some sort of ingenious self-marketing plan. Instead of having to give out business cards, he could just let people snap picture of his backpack and get all the important information off a website!
https://twitter.com/hochapi_bad/status/724542192639856641The tweet above is where the QR-code-wearing Twitter user started attracting attention online. According to the tweet, @hochapi_bad spotted the hardcore fan and took this photo, writing, “Someone had a backpack with a QR code, and I went ahead and scanned the code and an iDOLM@STER app came up. I was so surprised. I thought it was ground-breaking. If the person with this backpack sees this post, please reply to me. LOL” (Later, the two found each other on Twitter. It was a true Cinderella moment.)
Apparently the QR code just links directly to the iDOLM@STER Cinderella Girls app page…
While it seems like an odd thing to have on your backpack, it could be that this gamer wanted new players to use his activation code so he could get cool in-game items. Whatever his reason, it’s definitely a conversation starter. It would certainly give the people behind him on the platform something unique to look at instead of the back of his head while waiting for the train!
Source: Otaku.com
Top Image: Twitter/@hochapi_bad
Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
A visit to Subnade: Downtown Tokyo’s survivor subterranean shopping center【Photos】
Deer in Nara refuse crackers after Golden Week visitors leave them too full to eat【Photos】
Family Mart releases huge range of cute sweets for Cat Day in Japan
Downloads of 39-year-old Guns N’ Roses song increase 12,166 percent thanks to Gundam
Is China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning affecting the lines at a popular Tokyo gyukatsu restaurant?
A visit to Subnade: Downtown Tokyo’s survivor subterranean shopping center【Photos】
Deer in Nara refuse crackers after Golden Week visitors leave them too full to eat【Photos】
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
We learn the terrifying secret of Silent Hill ramen
Japan’s permanent Pokémon theme park zone announces grand opening date, ticket sale start
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
10-yen sushi? Such wonders do exist at new Tokyo restaurant in Shinjuku
Yokai are descending upon Tokyo this spring in the latest immersive art experience
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Cherry blossom forecasts map shows Japan’s OTHER sakura season is starting right now
New Studio Ghibli stamps leave an impression on your stationery…and your heart
Huge Evangelion Unit-01 head appearing in lights in Japan to celebrate anime’s 30th anniversary
Kyoto planning surprise late-night inspections of Airbnb-style rentals to fight overtourism
Japanese movie theater chain’s popcorn earns highest Grand Prix quality certification
Japan’s most famous Mt. Fuji view park cancels cherry blossom festival because of overtourism
Starbucks Japan releases new drinkware and goods for Valentine’s Day
Japan releases first official sakura cherry blossom forecast for 2026
10 times to avoid traveling in Japan in 2026
Archfiend Hello Kitty appears as Sanrio launches new team-up with Yu-Gi-Oh【Pics】
Starbucks Japan releases new Frappuccino and latte for Valentine’s Day
China’s don’t-go-to-Japan warning looks to be affecting tourist crowds on Miyajima
Our 52-year-old pole dancing reporter shares his tips for achieving your New Year’s exercise goal
Studio Ghibli releases new “komorebi” plush toys from Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away
Survey asks foreign tourists what bothered them in Japan, more than half gave same answer
Japan’s human washing machines will go on sale to general public, demos to be held in Tokyo
We deeply regret going into this tunnel on our walk in the mountains of Japan
Studio Ghibli releases Kodama forest spirits from Princess Mononoke to light up your home
Major Japanese hotel chain says reservations via overseas booking sites may not be valid
Put sesame oil in your coffee? Japanese maker says it’s the best way to start your day【Taste test】
No more using real katana for tourism activities, Japan’s National Police Agency says
Starbucks Japan reveals new sakura drinkware collection, inspired by evening cherry blossoms
Updated cherry blossom forecast shows extra-long sakura season for Japan this year
Majority of Japanese women in survey regret marrying their husband, but that’s only half the story
We learn the terrifying secret of Silent Hill ramen
Japan’s permanent Pokémon theme park zone announces grand opening date, ticket sale start
Japanese women sound off on their minimum height requirements for a husband【Survey】
10-yen sushi? Such wonders do exist at new Tokyo restaurant in Shinjuku
Japan’s first all-matcha ramen restaurant is now open in Kyoto【Photos】
Anime and video game backgrounds now free to download for video conference calls
Why does Japanese writing need three different sets of characters? (Part 2)
Samantha Vega teams up with Jujutsu Kaisen for cool line of character-themed bags and accessories
Studio Ghibli adds anime aircraft from Laputa: Castle in the Sky to its merchandise shop in Japan
Interview with a “happening bar” customer: “I was getting repulsed by the whole atmosphere”
Tatsuo Horiuchi: 73-year-old who creates beautiful works of art using only Excel
Three beautiful places to see Japan’s plum blossoms after starting your day in downtown Tokyo
Leave a Reply