Pokémon Fizzy Bubbles theme now available for LINE customers in Japan

A new theme called Pokémon Fizzy Bubbles is now available in the LINE application in Japan, and it goes for 150 coins. The full description reads: “Pokémon are fizzing and popping in this colourful theme! Enjoy chatting through LINE with your pals from the Kanto and Johto regions with this fun theme at your fingertips!" … Continue reading Pokémon Fizzy Bubbles theme now available for LINE customers in Japan

Pokémon Seek and Find Pikachu and Kanto books announced at San Diego Comic-Con

Two new Pokémon-themed children's books have been revealed by VIZ Media at San Diego Comic-Con, which is currently underway at the San Diego Convention Center until July 23. The first one is called Pokémon Seek and Find Pikachu and stars the iconic Mouse Pokémon mascot. The second book is titled Pokémon Seek and Find: Kanto … Continue reading Pokémon Seek and Find Pikachu and Kanto books announced at San Diego Comic-Con

Majority of Pokémon fans prefer the Fire-type starter over Water and Grass

As a way to celebrate World Emoji Day 2017, The Pokémon Company conducted a poll with three emoji that asked fans which is their favorite Pokémon type to choose when starting a Pokémon journey. The vast majority, 46 percent, said they prefer the Fire-type starter - while 34 percent favored Water-type starters and the remaining … Continue reading Majority of Pokémon fans prefer the Fire-type starter over Water and Grass

McDonald’s promotion compares Pokémon from Pokémon the Movie: I choose you! to McFlurry flavors

To promote the latest Pokémon movie - entitled Pokémon the Movie: I choose you! - McDonald's has kicked off a campaign that gives customers the chance to win discount coupons in exchange for guessing which flavor McFlurry they will launch alongside this weekend's cinematic release in Japan. The fast-food giant asks, "If you could eat … Continue reading McDonald’s promotion compares Pokémon from Pokémon the Movie: I choose you! to McFlurry flavors

New Pokémon plush dolls in Poké Balls revealed for the Pokémon Center

A new set of adorable plushies has been revealed for the Pokémon Center, featuring miniature versions of certain Pokémon that come in their own Poké Balls. The first batch consists of 10 plushies in total, including Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle, Vulpix, Gengar, Eevee, Snorlax and Mew. These Pokémon plushies will be released first in Japan … Continue reading New Pokémon plush dolls in Poké Balls revealed for the Pokémon Center

New Pokémon face packs now available in Japan, featuring Pikachu, Squirtle, Bulbasaur and Charmander

Various Pokémon-themed face packs have been released in Japan via variety shops across the region. They are being used as a way to promote the upcoming Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You! film and feature designs inspired by Kanto region icons Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Squirtle and Charmander. They are being touted as a perfect way to … Continue reading New Pokémon face packs now available in Japan, featuring Pikachu, Squirtle, Bulbasaur and Charmander

Thousands of counterfeit Pokémon plush toys confiscated in South Korea, worth over six million dollars

In South Korea, authorities have seized a massive haul of counterfeit Pokémon plush toys. Reports put the total at 530,000 phony plushies. The unofficial plushies were reportedly smuggled into South Korea between April 25 and June 2. They were then illegally circulated in arcades as crane game prizes. Once authorities caught on that unlicensed Chinese-made … Continue reading Thousands of counterfeit Pokémon plush toys confiscated in South Korea, worth over six million dollars

New figma action figure revealed for Pokémon Trainer Red

A new figma action figure has been revealed in the form of Pokémon Trainer Red from the Good Smile Company. The figure will be released later this year in Japan, with pre-orders being accepted as early as this week via the Pokémon Center. It comes with the three Kanto starters - Charmander, Bulbasaur and Pikachu. … Continue reading New figma action figure revealed for Pokémon Trainer Red