The Satoru Iwata Holding Bananas meme originates from a pre-recorded segment for Nintendo's E3 2012 presentation, where the late Nintendo President stared intensely at a bunch of bananas without saying a word. While the segment was meant to transition into news about Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D, the surreal and silent nature of the clip instantly turned it into an internet sensation. Fans often use this template to represent a state of intense focus, desperate anticipation for upcoming Nintendo Directs, or simply to celebrate the quirky humor that Iwata brought to the gaming industry. It remains a beloved tribute to Iwata’s unique personality and his willingness to engage in playful, meme-worthy marketing for the Nintendo community.