Explore Real-Life Destinations Inspired by Nintendo Games
In the world of gaming, Nintendo continues to make waves with its latest ventures. Here's a roundup of the new and exciting developments in the Nintendo universe.
Nintendo's global footprint is growing, with two new official stores opening their doors to fans. The Nintendo Museum in Rockefeller Plaza, New York, and Nintendo SAN FRANCISCO, located in Union Square, are now open for business. These stores offer exclusive items, including apparel, accessories, and home goods inspired by beloved series like Super Mario, Animal Crossing, The Legend of Zelda, and more.
In San Francisco, visitors can even snap a photo with larger-than-life statues of their favourite Nintendo characters. Meanwhile, in New York, the museum showcases Nintendo's rich history, from Hanafuda to the Nintendo Switch system.
On the entertainment front, Super Nintendo World continues to captivate audiences at Universal Studios. As of mid-2025, the attractions are primarily located at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka and Universal Studios Hollywood in California. However, there are announcements and developments for future expansions at other Universal Studios parks.
Within Super Nintendo World, you'll find the Toadstool Cafe and the 1-UP Factory store, both offering themed merchandise, toys, and apparel. One of the most exciting experiences at Super Nintendo World is Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge, available at the California location.
Visitors to the museum can also engage in interactive exhibits and even create their own Hanafuda playing cards. The attractions at Super Nintendo World in California offer immersive Mario Kart and Donkey Kong Country experiences.
The latest addition to the Super Nintendo World family is Southeast Asia’s first authorized Nintendo store, located at Siam Paragon shopping mall in Bangkok, Thailand.
For the most up-to-date information on Super Nintendo World expansions or other Nintendo retail locations, it's recommended to check official Nintendo or Universal Studios announcements. The focus currently is on the new Southeast Asia Nintendo store, the U.S. flagship store in San Francisco, and the ongoing presence of Super Nintendo World in Japan and the USA.
- The Nintendo Museum in New York and Nintendo SAN FRANCISCO, Two official stores of Nintendo, are selling exclusive items inspired by series like Super Mario, Animal Crossing, The Legend of Zelda, and more.
- In Universal Studios, Super Nintendo World captivates audiences with attractions like Mario Kart: Bowser's Challenge, and themed stores such as the Toadstool Cafe and the 1-UP Factory store.
- Super Nintendo World attractions, including the ones at Universal Studios Japan in Osaka and California, are expanding to other Universal Studios parks, signifying Nintendo's global growth.
- Intriguingly, Southeast Asia’s first authorized Nintendo store has opened at Siam Paragon shopping mall in Bangkok, Thailand, also part of the Nintendo retail expansion.
- As for gaming lifestyle, home-and-garden enthusiasts can find Nintendo-themed accessories to decorate their spaces, making it a perfect blend of gaming and home living.
- Travelers seeking unique shopping experiences can now include visiting official Nintendo stores in their itineraries, be it in New York, San Francisco, or Bangkok, adding a fun twist to their vacation.
