The Nintendo Museum, which opened in Kyoto in October 2024, is a dream spot for Nintendo fans and tourists.
The museum is filled with Nintendo history and game exhibits, and there are plenty of limited edition goods and souvenirs that can only be purchased here!
In this article, we will introduce 20 recommended souvenirs with prices, so be sure to check it out!
All of the merchandise introduced here is exclusive to the Nintendo Museum!
To avoid confusion on the day, let’s decide what you want to buy in advance!
Ballpoint pens featuring designs from past game consoles! They’re all so cute, it’s hard to decide which one to get…
Pin set (various types) ¥1,980
This is another item that features designs from past game consoles! You’ll want to attach these cute pin badges to your favorite items.
Hyakunin Isshu Houou ￥16,500
Although it is a bit pricey, this is also a very popular item! There is a purchase limit of one per person.
Hanafuda cards
Phoenix ¥9,900
Mario ¥2,750
The President ¥2,200
Marufuku Tengu ¥1,650
Flower of the Capital ¥1,100
The Mario-themed Hanafuda cards are sure to delight children! Nintendo is a company that started out making Hanafuda cards, so this is another item you’ll want to get your hands on. (There is a purchase limit of one Phoenix card per person only.)
Ultra Hand ¥7,480
This is a retro toy released by Nintendo in 1966, known as the Magic Hand. This is a must-have toy for Nintendo enthusiasts!
Pen case ¥2,200
A simple and easy-to-use pen case! If you look closely, you can see the designs of past game consoles.
Strap pass case ¥2,970
A pass case that can be hung around your neck! Why not put your admission pass in this and stroll around the museum…? (Purchase limit: one per person)
Mug ¥1,980
Mugs with designs of past game consoles! There are many different types, and they are a classic souvenir.
Ring notebook ¥935
This compact notebook looks easy to use. The Mario graphics are so cute, it would make a great little souvenir!
Key holder ¥990
A keychain with a Nintendo Museum design! This is a souvenir that would be appreciated by anyone who likes keychains.
Nintendo Museum Magnet Collection (8 types) ¥880
A cute collection of magnets! These are also popular, so purchases are limited to eight per person, or one box containing all types.
Face towel ¥2,750
These towels have a cute design that children will love. They’re practical items, so they’d make a great souvenir!
Glass ¥1,650
This cute glass will make you feel excited just by putting a drink in it. It’s small in size so it’s easy to carry home!
Small plates ¥1,320 each, set of 5 ¥6,600
These are also plates that will make you excited when they are lined up on the dinner table. You can have just one or a set!
Game hardware keychains (1983-1999) ¥1,320
The contents of the box are randomly selected game console keychains. On the first day of opening, they were all sold out by mid-morning! (There is a purchase limit of one per person.)
Game hardware keychains (2000-2017) ¥1,320
↑Keychains for earlier generation game consoles are more popular, but the design of these is just as good! As with all of these, there is a limit of one per person, so it will be a surprise as to which one you get…
Cookie (Super Mario Pipe) ¥2,200
These cookies look like clay pipes and are very striking! The insides are divided into small pieces with various designs, so it’s almost a shame to eat them… (Purchase limit is one per person)
Cookie (Nintendo Museum) ¥1,650
Although they don’t make as much impact as the Clay Pipe Cookies, these cookies still have that Nintendo Museum feel! They’re reasonably priced and you’ll want to buy a bunch, but unfortunately there’s also a purchase limit of one per person…
Large cushions
Wii Remote ¥11,000
64 Controller ¥13,200
Super Famicom Controller ¥11,000
Family Computer ¥11,000
A large cushion measuring approximately 80cm! On the first day of the opening, many people bought several, but there is now a purchase limit of one type per person.
T-shirts
Nintendo Museum logo T-shirt ¥5,500
Graphic T-shirt ¥3,850
Game console T-shirt ¥4,180
The most popular T-shirts are the ones with the Nintendo Museum logo and the ones with cute Mario graphics! All other T-shirts featuring previous game consoles are priced at 4,180 yen. It’s also fun to choose a design featuring your favorite game console!
Summary of purchase restriction items
■Limit one per person ・Game hardware keychains (1983-1999) ・Game hardware keychains (2000-2017) ・Hanafuda Phoenix ・Hyakunin Isshu Phoenix ・Neck strap & pass case ・Cookie (Super Mario clay pipe) ・Cookie (Nintendo Museum)
■One of four types ・Large cushion
■Up to 8 per person or 1 box of all varieties ・Magnet collection (8 types)
Summary: 20 Recommended Souvenirs from the Nintendo Museum! – Popular limited edition goods with prices –
The souvenirs available at the Nintendo Museum are all sure to tickle the heart of any Nintendo fan.
Some items may sell out, so be sure to buy them early when you arrive!
This time we’ve introduced a carefully selected collection of souvenirs, but if you want to see more, be sure to check out the complete list of merchandise below!
