Official Pokémon Hub now closed at Hong Kong International Airport, more exciting news coming soon

The official Pokémon Hub that opened earlier this year at the Hong Kong International Airport has closed its doors. Visitors were greeted by a giant Snorlax plushie with a friendly face. In addition, officially-licensed giant Lapras plushies were made available for purchase at the location. However, the store is no longer there. But fans can rest assured that Pokémon … Continue reading Official Pokémon Hub now closed at Hong Kong International Airport, more exciting news coming soon

First Pokémon GO screenshot of successfully-caught Shiny Moltres with the Moltres Day move Sky Attack

The final event in Niantic's Pokémon GO Summer Tour 2018 is the Yokosuka Pokémon GO Safari Zone, which took place from August 29 to September 2 in Yokosuka, Japan. Professor Willow’s Global Challenge took place on September 1 and 2, giving Trainers all over the world another opportunity to unlock bonuses while taking part in this special event. All Stardust-themed global bonuses are now available … Continue reading First Pokémon GO screenshot of successfully-caught Shiny Moltres with the Moltres Day move Sky Attack

All Pokémon GO players can now receive up to five free Raid Passes for Moltres Day

The final event in Niantic's Pokémon GO Summer Tour 2018 is the Yokosuka Pokémon GO Safari Zone, which took place from August 29 to September 2 in Yokosuka, Japan. Professor Willow’s Global Challenge took place on September 1 and 2, giving Trainers all over the world another opportunity to unlock bonuses while taking part in this special event. All Stardust-themed global bonuses are now available … Continue reading All Pokémon GO players can now receive up to five free Raid Passes for Moltres Day

Moltres Day and Shiny Moltres Day now underway in Pokémon GO for the Asia-Pacific region except in Hokkaido, Japan

The final event in Niantic's Pokémon GO Summer Tour 2018 is the Yokosuka Pokémon GO Safari Zone, which took place from August 29 to September 2 in Yokosuka, Japan. Professor Willow’s Global Challenge took place on September 1 and 2, giving Trainers all over the world another opportunity to unlock bonuses while taking part in this special event. All Stardust-themed global bonuses are now available … Continue reading Moltres Day and Shiny Moltres Day now underway in Pokémon GO for the Asia-Pacific region except in Hokkaido, Japan

Nintendo amiibo sales are up nine percent year-over-year in Japan for 2017

Nintendo's sales for amiibo have seen an increase in nine percent year-over-year in Japan for 2017. They're even expected to pick up when Super Smash Bros. Ultimate arrives for Nintendo Switch. The best-selling amiibo figures and amiibo cards in Japan are as follows: Media Create: Top 10 Amiibo Figure Sales 2017 01. Amiibo Girl (Neon … Continue reading Nintendo amiibo sales are up nine percent year-over-year in Japan for 2017

Video: Ash and Gladion team up in new Pokémon the Series Sun & Moon episode on September 13

The next episode of Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon, which is set to first air in Japan on September 13, features multiple Pokémon and characters – including Ash, Pikachu, Lillie, Lana, Kiawe, Mallow, Sophocles and many more. In this particular episode, Ash, Gladion, the Ultra Guardians, Necrozma, Solgaleo, Lunala and many more characters play key … Continue reading Video: Ash and Gladion team up in new Pokémon the Series Sun & Moon episode on September 13

New Pokémon TCG expansion Super-Burst Impact already selling out like crazy in Japan

The latest Pokémon TCG expansion, Super-Burst Impact, went on sale today in Japan. Long lines were immediately formed, and there have been numerous reports of sellouts. An exclusive Pokémon Center-only bundle with two boxes of cards, organizers and more also went on sale. Thirty minutes before this Pokémon Center opened: About 200 people were reportedly … Continue reading New Pokémon TCG expansion Super-Burst Impact already selling out like crazy in Japan

Pokémon Crystal reappears atop the Japanese Nintendo 3DS eShop charts for the week ending September 5

At least one Pokémon game has reappeared on the latest Nintendo 3DS eShop charts in Japan, including the re-released classic Pokémon Crystal. The Japanese eShop charts for the period between August 30 and September 5 are as follows: Nintendo 3DS eShop Charts Tobidasu! Nyanko Daisensou Pocket Monsters Crystal Minecraft: New Nintendo 3DS Edition Battleminerz Kirby no Suikomi Dai … Continue reading Pokémon Crystal reappears atop the Japanese Nintendo 3DS eShop charts for the week ending September 5