When was Nintendo founded?

Nintendo was founded on September 23rd, 1889, as a playing card company in Kyoto, Japan, by Fusajiro Yamauchi. The company initially produced handmade playing cards known as "Hanafuda," which gained popularity among Japanese gamers. Over the years, Nintendo diversified its business, venturing into various industries such as video games, toys, amusement parks, and electronics. Their continuous innovation and iconic products, such as the Game Boy, Super Mario, and Nintendo Switch, have helped establish Nintendo as one of the leading and influential players in the global gaming industry.