We’ve looked at number of different augmented reality apps over the past year, ranging from fun to practical to downright scary. And it seems fitting to end the year with this one from Asahi Broadcasting (iTunes link) which promises good fortune as you break in the new year. Or at least, a virtual fortune anyway…
The application is named Kamiwaza, and it uses your iPhone camera to detect 1000, 5000, and 10000 yen notes. Once they are found the app displays a much bigger pile of money on your screen. It looks pretty realistic too, with the exception of a ‘sample ’ stamp marked on the bills. You can get a closer look at how it works in the video below.
Kamiwaza is a free application, though Asahi Broadcasting appears to be using it to promote some kind of talent show TV special coming up on January 8. But if you’re in Japan, or if you have access to some Japanese currency, this is certainly a fun app to break out at your holiday party for a quick laugh.
[h/t to @chihokomoriya on Twitter]
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