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Nintendo and Playstation consoles have battled against each other in the video game market in Japan for over 30 years!


Anime & Games in Japan
Where to find❓

Tokyo Metropolis, Chuo City, Nihonbashi
📍Pokemon Center Tokyo DX

Pokemon Franchise
Founded in 1996

Pokémon Centers are the official retail stores in Japan dedicated to the world-famous Pokémon franchise. These large-scale shops are a paradise for fans, offering a massive and exclusive collection of merchandise, including plushies, trading cards, apparel, and limited-edition goods. More than just stores, they serve as major tourist destinations and community hubs, often hosting special events and providing a unique and immersive experience for Pokémon enthusiasts of all ages.

Fun Fact❓: The first Pokémon Center was founded in Tokyo, Japan in 1998, specifically in the Nihonbashi area of Tokyo. While this original store eventually closed and has since relocated and rebranded to its current form, the Pokémon Center TOKYO DX & Pokémon Cafe in the same Nihonbashi area, it was the franchise's debut location and marked the beginning of the official Pokémon store experience.



Super Nintendo World Japan
Osaka Prefecture, Kansai Region

Sakurajima, Konohana Ward, Osaka
📍Super Nintendo World Japan

Super Nintendo World Japan
Founded in 2021

Super Nintendo World, located at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka, is an immersive and highly detailed theme park area that brings the iconic worlds of Mario and his friends to life. The land is filled with familiar sights from the games, including rotating coins, Goombas, and Piranha Plants, all in a vibrant, interactive environment. Visitors can feel like they've stepped directly into the Mushroom Kingdom by using a Power-Up Band to collect virtual coins, hit blocks, and compete against other park guests.

Fun Fact❓: Donkey Kong (1981) is a pioneer of the platforming genre of video games. It introduced Mario (then "Jumpman") and Donkey Kong, who would go on to become gaming's biggest stars. It moved beyond the single-screen, high-score formula of previous games by introducing distinct levels and objectives, a concept that became a staple of modern games.



Capcom Tokyo (Creators of Street Fighter)
Tokyo Prefecture, Kanto Region

Shibuya, Tokyo Metropolis (Nearby Area)
🖼️ Capcom Store Tokyo (photo)

Street Fighter by Capcom
Founded in 1987

The Street Fighter series was founded in 1987 with the release of the first Street Fighter arcade game by Capcom. This initial installment introduced special moves and the six-button control scheme that became standard in the fighting game genre. Capcom became a globally recognized gaming powerhouse, later to release iconic titles such as Resident Evil (1996) and Monster Hunter (2004).



Namco Namjatown (Creators of Pac-Man)
Tokyo Prefecture, Kanto Region

Toshima City, Higashi-Ikebukuro-Tokyo
🖼️ Namjatown (photo)

Pac-Man by Bandai Namco
Founded in 1980

Namjatown by the Creators of Pac-Man (Pac-Man founded in 1980) is an indoor theme park located within the Sunshine City complex in Tokyo's Ikebukuro district, operated by the game company Bandai Namco. It is known for its multiple themed zones, including the Gyoza Stadium and Fukubukuro Dessert Yokocho, which feature a variety of food from different regions of Japan. The park offers a blend of nostalgic arcade games, character-themed attractions, and unique food experiences, making it a popular destination for families and fans of classic games.



TAITO STATION (Creators of Space Invaders)
Tokyo Prefecture, Kanto Region

Akihabara, Tokyo Metropolis
📍TAITO Station Akihabara

Space Invaders by Taito
Founded in 1978

Taito is the original developer of Space Invaders (1978), and their arcades often feature their classic games. Look for a Taito Station in major hubs like Tokyo's Akihabara.

This is the game that is often credited with kick-starting the "golden age" of arcade video games. Space Invaders transformed the industry from a niche hobby into a global phenomenon. Its simple, addictive gameplay created a worldwide craze, leading to a coin shortage in Japan and a massive boom in the arcade market. It also established the "fixed shooter" genre and heavily influenced many shooting games that followed.


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