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Miyamoto to become first game developer honored with Japan's Order of Culture

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Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto has been selected to receive Japan's Order of Culture, making him the first game developer to earn the honor. He is one of eight recipients in the Media Arts (Gaming) category, and the Emperor of Japan will present the award on Culture Day, November 3, 2026. Miyamoto previously received Japan's Person of Cultural Merit award in 2019.

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Miyamoto, the Nintendo designer behind Super Mario and The Legend of Zelda, has been chosen as one of eight honorees in the Media Arts (Gaming) category. Japan's Order of Culture dates to 1937 and recognizes notable contributions to Japanese culture across art, literature, science, and technology. The Emperor will present it on Culture Day, November 3, 2026.

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