Game Freak details the origins of Pokémon mascot Pikachu, its history, canceled Gorochu evolution and more

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The Pokémon Company itself recently interviewed Game Freak co-founder Ken Sugimori, character designer Atsuko Nishida and game designer Koji Nishino — who talked about some of the inspiration behind the iconic Pokémon mascot Pikachu. Pikachu was specifically designed to be cute, Sugimori said, according to a translation of the interview. While Pokémon were originally envisioned … Continue reading Game Freak details the origins of Pokémon mascot Pikachu, its history, canceled Gorochu evolution and more

Video: New Korean trailer for Pokémon the Movie Everyone’s Story features Pikachu, Ash and his hat

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The Pokémon Company has unveiled one of the first Korean trailers for Pokémon the Movie: Everyone's Story. It primarily features Ash and Pikachu, with an emphasis on the wind blowing Ash's iconic hat away until someone else picks it up. You can check out the new promo in the video below. Pokémon the Movie: Everyone's Story is … Continue reading Video: New Korean trailer for Pokémon the Movie Everyone’s Story features Pikachu, Ash and his hat

Pokémon plans at the 2018 World Hobby Fair include official Pokémon booth, Zeraora, Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu & Let’s Go Eevee, Pokémon Quest, Everyone’s Story, Wind Lugia and more

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If you didn’t get enough of Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee at E3 2018, there’s more to look forward to just around the corner! The highly-anticipated duo of Nintendo Switch games will be showcased on June 23 and June 24 in the Pokémon booth at the 2018 World Hobby Fair Summer in the Chiba … Continue reading Pokémon plans at the 2018 World Hobby Fair include official Pokémon booth, Zeraora, Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu & Let’s Go Eevee, Pokémon Quest, Everyone’s Story, Wind Lugia and more

Pokémon Stand vending machines transform into Pokémon GO Gyms and now offer Roto Loto serial codes for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

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An officially-licensed Pokémon vending machine is now available at the Haneda Airport International Terminal. For a limited time, fans can visit the Pokémon Stand vending machine to purchase a slew of popular Pokémon products, including toys and figures. The Pokémon Company encourages fans to stop by for yourself to see what it has to offer. Also known as Tokyo International … Continue reading Pokémon Stand vending machines transform into Pokémon GO Gyms and now offer Roto Loto serial codes for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

DHC campaign for Pokémon the Movie Everyone’s Story now available in Japan

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The Pokémon Company has teamed up with DHC to launch a special campaign to promote Pokémon the Movie Everyone’s Story in Japan. DHC customers who purchase certain items will be entered in for a chance to win exclusive Pokémon-themed products, including a souvenir bag, hanging pouch and passport case. This collaboration is scheduled to last … Continue reading DHC campaign for Pokémon the Movie Everyone’s Story now available in Japan

Trainer Spotlight: Professor Oak key roles from Pokémon Red, Blue and Yellow to Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee

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Trainer Spotlight: Professor Oak - “Now tell me. Are you a boy? Or are you a girl?” Hello there! Welcome to the world of Pokémon! Professor Oak's familiar lab coat immediately brings to mind memories of a Pokémon journey's beginning. For new players, the Pokémon Professor was their first guide to the world of dreams … Continue reading Trainer Spotlight: Professor Oak key roles from Pokémon Red, Blue and Yellow to Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee

New Pokémon Stand vending machine now available at Ebina in Kanagawa, Japan

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An officially-licensed Pokémon vending machine is now available at the Haneda Airport International Terminal. For a limited time, fans can visit the Pokémon Stand vending machine to purchase a slew of popular Pokémon products, including toys and figures. The Pokémon Company encourages fans to stop by for yourself to see what it has to offer. Also known as … Continue reading New Pokémon Stand vending machine now available at Ebina in Kanagawa, Japan

Zeraora distribution announced for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon via Pokémon the Movie: Everyone’s Story in Japan

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The latest issue of CoroCoro has revealed that the Mythical Pokémon Zeraora will be distributed at showings of Pokémon the Movie: Everyone’s Story from July 13 to September 30, 2018, to Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon players in Japan. This Zeraora is at Level 50 with the moves Plasma Fists, Thunder Punch, Close Combat … Continue reading Zeraora distribution announced for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon via Pokémon the Movie: Everyone’s Story in Japan