As newest Metroid game hits store shelves, Nintendo celebrates with cool and clever merch line.
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Holding a GameCube controller again for the first time in years brings back a rush of memories.
Nintendo Osaka will have a super-convenient location for locals, travelers, and Pokémon fans.
Shirts, pants, sweaters, cushions, blankets, slippers, all with Super Mario characters. What more could you need?
Can’t make it to Shibuya? Don’t worry, because Nintendo Tokyo is ready to open its treasure trove to online shoppers.
A massive photo safari of the treasure trove of amazing stuff waiting at Nintendo’s brand-new Shibuya destination store!
Mr. Sato takes us on a tour of Cyberspace Shibuya inside Parco ahead of its grand opening.
Extra-cute Animal Crossing kitchenware also on offer at Japan’s first-ever dedicated Nintendo store.
Japan’s first-ever official Nintendo store is almost here, but you can start putting together your shopping list right now.
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