Taiko no Tatsujin

A rhythm game released in 2001 by Bandai Namco. Its taiko drum-hitting gameplay brought new possibilities to Japan's music game industry. After arcade popularity, it expanded to home consoles and mobile games. Gaining worldwide popularity, it enhanced international recognition of Japan's traditional taiko drums.

An arcade game released by Namco (now Bandai Namco) in 1980. Its simple gameplay of eating dots in a maze became a worldwide hit, making it an icon of gaming's dawn. It holds multiple Guinness World Records.

Fighting game released by Capcom in 1987. Characters from around the world with unique abilities battle. Perfect game balance and tense gameplay sparked arcade mega-hit status. Pioneer of esports, providing professional gamer competition stage globally. Historical work significantly advancing game culture.

A media mix franchise conceived by Satoshi Tajiri and developed by Game Freak. Through expansion across games, anime, trading cards, and films, it became one of the world's most successful entertainment franchises. 'Pokemon GO' sparked a global social phenomenon.

An RPG series with its first installment released by Square (now Square Enix) in 1987. Each title features a unique world and story, captivating fans worldwide with cinematic presentation and grand musical scores. It is the definitive series that popularized Japanese RPGs globally.

A highly challenging action RPG developed by FromSoftware. Director Hidetaka Miyazaki's meticulous world design and demanding difficulty spawned the 'Soulslike' genre. The studio achieved even greater worldwide success with 'Elden Ring' released in 2022.