Nintendo Museum Illuminates Grounds with Super Mario Bros.
40th Anniversary Display With the holiday season fast approaching, Nintendo is setting its own festive scene at the newly opened Nintendo Museum in Uji, Kyoto.
Announced on the museum's official X (formerly Twitter) account, visitors can now enjoy a nightly illumination display that pays tribute not only to the winter holidays but also to one of gaming's most iconic franchises. Every evening from 4:00 p.m.
to 7:00 p.m.
JST, the museum grounds transform with dazzling lights inspired by the world of Super Mario Bros.
This vibrant display is set to continue through an extensive period, with the lights remaining in place until April 27, 2026.
While the spectacle may not rival the grand displays seen at Disney Land or Universal Studios' Super Nintendo World, the Nintendo Museum's celebration is unmistakably rich with Mushroom Kingdom charm, offering fans a whimsical and heartwarming experience. Accompanying this seasonal transformation, visitors will also notice a commemorative Super Mario Bros.
40th Anniversary plaque placed beside the popular warp pipe photo opportunity.
This addition aligns with Nintendo's storied tradition of honoring its celebrated franchises, and the plaque provides a fitting nod to Super Mario Bros.' enduring legacy.
As the landmark game, originally released in 1985 for the Nintendo Entertainment System (Famicom in Japan), approaches its 40th anniversary, the company has continued to find creative ways to celebrate its influence on the industry. Nintendo's ongoing festivities at the museum highlight the company's commitment to both innovation and fan engagement.
Since its grand opening, the Nintendo Museum has become a must-visit location for gaming enthusiasts, housing a rich collection of artifacts spanning decades—from early Game & Watch releases and classic Nintendo Switch consoles to memorable moments from the Nintendo Direct presentations and the Nintendo eShop evolution. With limited images of the current holiday display shared so far, anticipation is building within the gaming community as fans await a closer look at the museum's seasonal decorations.
As the lights shine bright through spring 2026, visitors to Uji can experience a slice of Nintendo's joyful spirit and pay homage to Super Mario Bros., a franchise that continues to light up the gaming world nearly four decades later.
40th Anniversary Display With the holiday season fast approaching, Nintendo is setting its own festive scene at the newly opened Nintendo Museum in Uji, Kyoto.
Announced on the museum's official X (formerly Twitter) account, visitors can now enjoy a nightly illumination display that pays tribute not only to the winter holidays but also to one of gaming's most iconic franchises. Every evening from 4:00 p.m.
to 7:00 p.m.
JST, the museum grounds transform with dazzling lights inspired by the world of Super Mario Bros.
This vibrant display is set to continue through an extensive period, with the lights remaining in place until April 27, 2026.
While the spectacle may not rival the grand displays seen at Disney Land or Universal Studios' Super Nintendo World, the Nintendo Museum's celebration is unmistakably rich with Mushroom Kingdom charm, offering fans a whimsical and heartwarming experience. Accompanying this seasonal transformation, visitors will also notice a commemorative Super Mario Bros.
40th Anniversary plaque placed beside the popular warp pipe photo opportunity.
This addition aligns with Nintendo's storied tradition of honoring its celebrated franchises, and the plaque provides a fitting nod to Super Mario Bros.' enduring legacy.
As the landmark game, originally released in 1985 for the Nintendo Entertainment System (Famicom in Japan), approaches its 40th anniversary, the company has continued to find creative ways to celebrate its influence on the industry. Nintendo's ongoing festivities at the museum highlight the company's commitment to both innovation and fan engagement.
Since its grand opening, the Nintendo Museum has become a must-visit location for gaming enthusiasts, housing a rich collection of artifacts spanning decades—from early Game & Watch releases and classic Nintendo Switch consoles to memorable moments from the Nintendo Direct presentations and the Nintendo eShop evolution. With limited images of the current holiday display shared so far, anticipation is building within the gaming community as fans await a closer look at the museum's seasonal decorations.
As the lights shine bright through spring 2026, visitors to Uji can experience a slice of Nintendo's joyful spirit and pay homage to Super Mario Bros., a franchise that continues to light up the gaming world nearly four decades later.
