Nintendo Museum: A Tangible History of Gaming

This museum, transformed from an old factory, is a physical embodiment of a dream space. It gently tells us through a century of history: the best technology is the kind that makes people smile. No matter how times change, what Nintendo has always protected is the purest joy called "fun."
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Key Highlights:
1.📍 A Century of Beginnings
From the Hanafuda playing cards starting in 1889 to the imaginative early toys, it reveals that Nintendo’s gene of "exploring fun" has long been deeply rooted.
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2.📍 Evolution of Controllers
From the Famicom to the Switch, a whole wall of physical controllers is available to touch. Feel firsthand the birth of the D-pad and the innovation of motion-sensing technology, as if holding the chronicle of game interaction.
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3.📍 Playable Classics
The museum features dozens of "game stations," allowing visitors to experience classic works from every era on site. Sit in front of a vintage CRT TV, press the power button on the Famicom, and hear the iconic sound effects of Super Mario Bros.; at the N64 station, try to challenge the first dungeon of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. From pixels to 3D, this hands-on experience is far more direct and impactful than any video material.
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4.📍 Origins of Creativity
Manuscripts and design philosophy notes from masters like Shigeru Miyamoto show that great creativity often begins with the simplest sketches and purest thoughts.
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👉 Visiting Tips:
•👉 Set aside 3-4 hours for an in-depth interactive experience.
•👉 Be sure to book in advance, as it is extremely popular.
•👉 Don’t miss the shop; museum-exclusive merchandise makes for unique souvenirs.
•👉 Nearby Attractions: Combine the Nintendo Museum with Uji’s Byodo-in Temple and traditional matcha shops for a fulfilling day trip.