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Pokémon GO is so popular that 13 attractions have banned gameplay

Published: 2026-09-26 👁 101 views
Last updated 2026-09-26 — The popular mobile game Pokémon GO has driven users to go out in droves to catch Pokémon, sparking calls for “game bans” and “watch where you’re going.” In addition to globally renowned tourist spots, Japan’s Mie Prefecture’s most iconic shrine, Ise Grand Shrine, has prohibited Pokémon GO play on the grounds of disturbing the Pokémon in the forest. On August 6, when Pokémon GO launched in Taiwan, numerous public and private institutions in Taiwan also announced rules banning Pokémon GO, so players must be especially cautious to avoid breaking the law or facing fines.

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The popular mobile game Pokémon GO has driven users to go out in droves to catch Pokémon, sparking calls for “game bans” and “watch where you’re going.” In addition to globally renowned tourist spots, Japan’s Mie Prefecture’s most iconic shrine, Ise Grand Shrine, has prohibited Pokémon GO play on the grounds of disturbing the Pokémon in the forest. On August 6, when Pokémon GO launched in Taiwan, numerous public and private institutions in Taiwan also announced rules banning Pokémon GO, so players must be especially cautious to avoid breaking the law or facing fines.

Pokémon GO has sparked ongoing discussions about obsessive gameplay and bans. (Image source / Taipei City Government)

In addition, Iran is the first country in the world to ban Pokémon GO, citing safety concerns. Since the launch of Pokémon GO in Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, and other regions, it has led to massive downloads and widespread discussion, with more and more restricted areas being announced. Aside from military camps and key defense zones where gameplay is not allowed, highways, as well as platforms, station areas, level crossings, and train tracks of the Taiwan Railways Administration and Taiwan High Speed Rail, also prohibit gameplay for safety reasons. New Taipei City’s Cultural Affairs Bureau has also fully published notices banning Pokémon GO at its affiliated institutions to preserve the experience and environment of historical sites and public spaces. The banned attractions are as follows:

Thirteen attractions, including the Sanxia Old Street Museum, have banned Pokémon GO. (Image source / New Taipei City Government)

Lin Ben Yuan Family Mansion and Garden

Yingge Ceramics Museum

Sanxia Old Street Museum

Gold Museum

Tamsui Historic Museum

Pinglin Tea Museum

Lin Ben Yuan Family Mansion and Garden

New Taipei City Arts and Cultural Center

Xinzhuang Art Gallery

Fuzhong 15

435 Art Zone

Xinzhuang Cultural and Arts Center

Beautiful Yong’an Life Gallery 

 

 

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