Nintendo Museum - Kyoto
October 23rd 2024
The Nintendo Museum
Opening its doors on October 2, 2024, this museum is a true pilgrimage for any Nintendo fan including us. It's a celebration of the company's entire history, from its very beginnings as a playing card company to the global powerhouse it is today.
Stepping inside felt like walking through my our childhoods. I saw everything from the early Hanafuda playing cards that started it all to the consoles that defined generations.
Right off the train we looked for a spot to eat a snack.
A humble takoyaki sandwich shop was a winner!
The walk to the museum had interesting sights that I couldn’t help but photograph.
Then we saw it!
Once we stepped inside it was just a wonder even at our feet.
The museum even has these comically oversized controllers for certain games, which require two people to operate.
—definitely a fun photo opp but also for Chris to shout at me which buttons to hit to get the highest score in Zelda.
For an additional fee, I also participated in a workshop where I learned how to play Hanafuda, the traditional flower cards Nintendo has been making for over a century. It was a fascinating way to connect with the company's roots and a unique souvenir to take home.
