Nintendo, the company behind Pokémon, was founded in Japan.
The Pokémon video game franchise was launched with the release of Pokémon Red and Green in Japan.
Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver, remakes of Pokémon Gold and Silver with updated graphics and features, were released in Japan and later worldwide for Nintendo DS.
Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver were released in North America and Europe, bringing the Johto adventure to international fans on the Nintendo DS.