Cartridge Culture (NRG01) Retro Game Exhibition

Step into a living, playable exhibition where retro gaming meets art gallery culture. NRG01 Cartridge Culture is Retrogakko’s debut event — a one-day celebration of classic video game systems presented at Central Space, a small art gallery in Nakano.

This is not just about playing old games — it’s about experiencing them as cultural artifacts, displayed and enjoyed on authentic hardware. The consoles come directly from the personal collections of a Japanese–American couple, blending gaming histories from both sides of the Pacific.
You’ll play on original consoles — Nintendo 64, Super Famicom, Game Boy, NES — all connected to CRT tvs (including SONY PVM monitors) for crystal-clear, era-accurate visuals. The event will be small and hands-on, with no lines, no rush, and plenty of time to explore each system.
Because of the venue’s size, we are offering advance reservation slots only. Each booking starts at ¥500 with a maximum of 12 participants per hour to ensure comfort and quality.

Reserve your spot and be part of a one-day-only fusion of gaming history, nostalgia, and interactive media.