Nintendo

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Started Long Ago. Nintendo was founded in 1889 in Kyoto, Japan, making it over 130 years old! It began by making playing cards before it ever became famous for video games.

Headquartered in Kyoto. The company is based in Kyoto, a historic city in Japan known for its beautiful temples and traditions. Even though Nintendo is worldwide famous, it still operates from its home in Japan.

Makes Games and Consoles. Nintendo creates both the video games you play and the machines you play them on. Some of their consoles include the Nintendo Switch, the Game Boy, and the Wii.

Iconic Game Series. Nintendo invented some of the most famous video game characters ever, like Mario, Zelda, Donkey Kong, and Pokémon. These characters are known and loved by kids and adults all around the world.

Spreads Joy Globally. As a multinational company, Nintendo sells its games and consoles in countries everywhere, bringing entertainment and fun to millions of people.