Video: Pokémon, Charizard, Snorlax, Eevee and Pikachu appear in official promo for the Osaka Kansai Japan Expo 2025

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Last year, Pikachu and Hello Kitty were appointed by Japanese foreign minister Tarō Kōno. The two prominent entertainment icons are officially serving as ambassadors to promote the city of Osaka, Japan, for the Osaka Kansai Japan Expo 2025. The host of the Expo 2025 is scheduled to be announced in November 2018. The Pokémon Company recently shared official artwork for … Continue reading Video: Pokémon, Charizard, Snorlax, Eevee and Pikachu appear in official promo for the Osaka Kansai Japan Expo 2025

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

New Pokémon HEY! Pikachu and Friends Ichiban Kuji now available from Banpresto in Japan

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Banpresto has released brand-new Pokémon merch in Japan. The new Pokémon HEY! Pikachu and Friends Ichiban Kuji is now available in stores throughout the country and consists of several new products, including a giant plush with a resting Pikachu on Snorlax, various pouches with unique designs, five different glass cups, six different handkerchiefs, four dessert … Continue reading New Pokémon HEY! Pikachu and Friends Ichiban Kuji now available from Banpresto in Japan

Zoroark, Staryu and Electrode confirmed as Poké Ball Pokémon items in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

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A slew of items will be available for players to take advantage of in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, including a variety of Poké Balls. The Alola Pokémon Togedemaru with the move Zing Zap and Alolan Vulpix with the move Powder Snow are among the new Poké Ball summons that are featured. Other Poké Ball summons include Deoxys, Abomasnow, Kyogre, Suicune, Latios, … Continue reading Zoroark, Staryu and Electrode confirmed as Poké Ball Pokémon items in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

Pokémon Cafe announces summer-themed menu featuring Pokémon’s Tropical Sweets

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The Pokémon Cafe will soon be adding a summer-themed menu for a limited time in Tokyo, Japan. From July 13 to September 2, 2018, customers will be able to order special items based on the recently-revealed Pokémon's Tropical Sweets line for the Pokémon Center. Six new original coasters will be available as well, featuring designs … Continue reading Pokémon Cafe announces summer-themed menu featuring Pokémon’s Tropical Sweets

Video: All 28 new and returning Poké Ball Pokémon spotted so far in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Solgaleo, Lunala, Abra, Alolan Vulpix, Raichu and much more

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A slew of items will be available for players to take advantage of in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, including a variety of Poké Balls. The Alola Pokémon Togedemaru with the move Zing Zap and Alolan Vulpix with the move Powder Snow are among the new Poké Ball summons that are featured. Other Poké Ball summons … Continue reading Video: All 28 new and returning Poké Ball Pokémon spotted so far in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate – Solgaleo, Lunala, Abra, Alolan Vulpix, Raichu and much more

New Pokémon’s Tropical Sweets line revealed for the official Pokémon Center in Japan

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The Pokémon Company has revealed yet another batch of new merchandise aimed at Pokémon fans and consumers in Japan. Set to launch on July 7 at the Pokémon Center and Amazon Japan, the Pokémon's Tropical Sweets line consists of Pikachu and Eevee iced cookies, a new Petit Figure Collection, Pikachu floating on a donut ring, … Continue reading New Pokémon’s Tropical Sweets line revealed for the official Pokémon Center in Japan

Re-Ment reveals new Pokémon Quest figurines, cord keepers, Pokémon in flower cups, Petit Fleur collection, Poké Ball terrariums for Eevee and more

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Japanese manufacturer Re-Ment has unveiled another batch of collectible figures and merchandise featuring various characters and items from the Pokémon franchise. This includes new Pokémon Quest figurines designed to wrap around thin cables, a new collection featuring iconic Pokémon in cups surrounded by flowers, Pokémon cord keeper figurines, Poké Ball-shaped terrariums with Eevee, Vaporeon, Flareon … Continue reading Re-Ment reveals new Pokémon Quest figurines, cord keepers, Pokémon in flower cups, Petit Fleur collection, Poké Ball terrariums for Eevee and more