Watch it, cowboy: Japan’s 9 safety tips for “Pokemon Go”

Pokemon Company officials could not immediately be reached for comment. The launch in Japan came more than two weeks later, amid expectations Nintendo would forge a partnership with McDonald’s (MCD) Japanese subsidiary.

“We wanted to build a game that would inspire people to go outside, get exercise, discover new places and have fun with their friends”, Wall Street Journal quoted Niantic chief executive John Hanke.

The game has enthralled players and boosted investors’ view of Nintendo’s future, as they bet the group can cash in on a treasure chest of other lucrative cartoon characters, from Donkey Kong to Super Mario. According to the tweet announced by the Niantic, it is known that the game is available in Japan to download.

Developed by Niantic, the free-to-play augmented reality mobile game called “Pokémon Go” is for iOS and Android device. “‘Pokemon Go’ can now be played in Japan”. Niantic and Nintendo finally released the game at end of a dramatic week which included a delayed, (then canceled) release due to leaked details of a McDonalds sponsorship deal which cause a dip in Nintendo stock. Do not use smartphones while walking. The poster tells players to protect their personal information by not taking photographs using the app near their home, and that accounts should feature a nickname rather than the player’s real name. Beware of fake apps, 3. The government suggests finding a shady spot to play and drinking plenty of water and other drinks that contain salt.

Managers of the castle, which is also a world heritage site, explained to public broadcaster NHK that the complex is full of steps and areas – for example the moats surrounding Himeji – that are restricted as they are risky.

The newness of the game and its awesome ability to bring crowds of people together is one of the major reasons the mainstream has embraced Pokemon GO.

In case your smartphone runs out of battery, carry a phone card so you can use a public phone.