Which retail technology was first widely adopted in Japan as a way to preserve traditional craftsmanship stories before becoming a global trend for cultural heritage products?

Cultural traditions play a significant role in shaping retail innovations around the world. As global markets become more connected, successful retailers are finding ways to incorporate cultural heritage into modern shopping experiences. This trivia question explores how traditional cultural practices have influenced an innovative retail technology trend that's gaining popularity in heritage tourism and cultural retail spaces.

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QR-coded cultural provenance tracking that allows customers to watch artisans create products using traditional methods
Augmented Reality (AR) applications that overlay historical production techniques when viewing handcrafted cultural items
Blockchain certificates of authenticity for cultural artifacts and traditionally made products
NFC-embedded traditional products that activate cultural storytelling when tapped with smartphones