Kyoto Museum Showcases Mario Arcade Classics, Baby Strollers, and More

Legendary game designer and Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto has offered a sneak peek at Nintendo's newest museum in a recently shared tour video that details the gaming giant's century-long history.

Nintendo Shows Off New Museum in Nintendo Museum Direct Promo VideoScheduled to Open on October 2, 2024, in Kyoto, Japan

Nintendo’s rich history spanning over a century long will soon be on display at the newly built Nintendo Museum in Kyoto, Japan, set to open on October 2, 2024. Legendary game designer and Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto recently offered a sneak peek at the museum’s exhibits in a video tour on YouTube, highlighting the company's extensive collection of memorabilia and iconic products that shaped one of the most prominent brands in video game history.

The Nintendo Museum was constructed on the site of the original factory where Nintendo first produced its Hanafuda playing cards, way back in 1889. With the new modern two-story museum, Nintendo offers fans a retelling of its legacy and early days. Visitors can expect a comprehensive tour of Nintendo's entire history, with a Mario-themed plaza welcoming guests out in the front.

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Miyamoto’s sneak-peek tour began with a showcase of Nintendo’s wide range of products over the decades. From products like board games, domino and chess sets, and RC cars, to early video game products such as the Color TV-Game consoles from the 1970s. Visitors can also expect to see a range of video game peripherals as well as products that video game fans might not typically associate Nintendo with, like a baby stroller called "Mamaberica."

Notably, one exhibit highlights the Famicom and NES systems, an iconic and defining era of Nintendo, along with a display of classic games and peripherals from every region Nintendo operated in. Visitors will also see the evolution of beloved franchises like Super Mario and The Legend of Zelda.

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The Nintendo Uji Museum also houses a large interactive area, including several giant screens that visitors can use with smart devices. Here, fans can play classic Nintendo titles like the Super Mario Bros. arcade game. From its beginnings making playing cards to becoming a household name in the gaming industry, the Nintendo museum opens its doors and brings more "smiles" with the grand opening on October 2.