Nintendo has announced that it will open its highly anticipated museum in Kyoto on October 3rd, 2024. Situated at the site of an old Nintendo production factory in Uji, Kyoto, the museum had experienced some delays during its construction.
The company’s extensive history is now displayed by the premises of Hanafuda card production previously held by the company. Many interactive exhibits and displays that have been developed over several years are available for visitors. These include diazo copy machines, RC cars and also traditional Japanese toys all providing a holistic view of how this firm has grown with time.
Visitors engage in hands-on fun with interactive exhibits
People visiting the Museum will not just be observers but participants as well. On the first floor, guests can play traditional Japanese games like Hyakunin Isshu or take on the Ultra Machine, a ball-throwing machine from early Nintendo days. One remarkable feature is a light gun shooting range where up to twelve players can aim at familiar Super Mario monsters in several target challenges.
Also noteworthy of the museum are the outsized controllers provided for old games such as Super Mario or Wii. These giant ones necessitate cooperative effort when handling them, making gaming more interesting and endearing to guests as they have both fun and memories.
Nintendo showcases its storied legacy
Apart from interactive video games, this museum has every other Nintendo console ever made since the start of its operations. There are different versions of these consoles including those designed for specific regions globally. Presentations show how some popular series such as Donkey Kong and Super Mario have changed over time.
There is also a section that showcases some other entertainment mediums produced by the company before becoming a recognized name in the video games industry, such as board games and toys. By providing a comprehensive collection, the aim is for visitors to leave with full knowledge of how much Japan has been influenced by Nintendo internationally.
With its blend of education and entertainment, it is expected that the Nintendo Museum will be a major drawcard for both residents and tourists from other countries. It therefore opens a new chapter in Kyoto’s arts scene given that this city already boasts a rich history and traditions associated with it. As gamers anticipate entry into tomorrow’s world full of ancient symbols and artifacts, historians want to dig deeper into one of the greatest media companies around today.
