About Nintendo

Nintendo is a legendary Japanese company that has become one of the most influential names in the gaming world. Originally founded in 1889 by Fusajiro Yamauchi as a playing card company, Nintendo has grown into a global entertainment giant, known for its innovative video games and consoles that have shaped the gaming industry as we know it today.

Founded in Kyoto, Japan, Nintendo started out by producing traditional playing cards for a game called Hanafuda. However, it wasn’t until the 1970s, with the introduction of arcade games like Donkey Kong, that Nintendo began to emerge as a major player in the world of video games. The 1980s brought the release of the Game Boy, a revolutionary portable gaming console, which helped cement Nintendo’s place in the global market.

From its humble beginnings, Nintendo has expanded into various industries, but it was in the video game market that it truly revolutionized the way we experience interactive entertainment. With iconic franchises like Super Mario, The Legend of Zelda, and Pokémon, Nintendo has captured the hearts of millions of gamers around the world.

Nintendo's First HQ Location

Here’s a map showing the location of Nintendo’s original headquarters in Kyoto, Japan, where it all began.