New Pokémon GO second anniversary event now underway featuring trips to find and catch regional-exclusive Pokémon Kangaskhan, Mr. Mime, Corsola and Tauros for players in Japan

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The Pokémon Company and Niantic have kicked off another second anniversary event for Pokémon GO in Japan. This event gives players in the region an opportunity to catch rare regional-exclusive Pokémon, such as Tauros in Los Angeles, Kangaskhan in Sydney, Corsola in Hawaii and Mr. Mime in London. For a chance at winning a prize … Continue reading New Pokémon GO second anniversary event now underway featuring trips to find and catch regional-exclusive Pokémon Kangaskhan, Mr. Mime, Corsola and Tauros for players in Japan

Pokémon Crystal reappears atop the Japanese Nintendo 3DS eShop charts for the week ending August 1

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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 July 26 and August 1 are as follows: Nintendo 3DS eShop Charts Sekaiju no Meikyuu X Tobidasu! Nyanko Daisensou Pocket Monsters Crystal Kirby Fighters Z Made in Wario … Continue reading Pokémon Crystal reappears atop the Japanese Nintendo 3DS eShop charts for the week ending August 1

Pokkén Tournament DX, Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon reappear on the latest top 50 Japanese sales charts, July 23 to 29

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Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon have reappeared near the very top of the latest software charts in Japan for another consecutive week. Pokkén Tournament DX manages to reappear as well. The latest Japanese sales charts are as follows: Media Create Sales: Week 30, 2018 (Jul 23 - Jul 29) 01./00. [PS4] Mega Man X Legacy Collection 1+2 {Mega Man X Legacy Collection \ Mega … Continue reading Pokkén Tournament DX, Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon reappear on the latest top 50 Japanese sales charts, July 23 to 29

New Pikachu and Eevee merch now available for Pikachu Outbreak: Science is Amazing

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A total of 1,500 Pikachu will take over Yokohama’s streets for the annual Pikachu Outbreak festival. For its fifth anniversary this year, fans can also expect a longer day-to-night event, complete with special digital effects in line with this year’s theme “Science is Amazing.” Held from August 10 to 16, Pikachu Outbreak 2018 will include a slew of engaging … Continue reading New Pikachu and Eevee merch now available for Pikachu Outbreak: Science is Amazing

Niantic’s Pokémon GO partnership with TOHO Cinema ends on August 7 in Japan

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In 2017, Niantic teamed up with TOHO for a special Pokémon GO promotion in Japan, where TOHO Cinemas featured sponsored PokéStops and Gyms available for players across the country. However, this particular partnership is officially coming to an end. The special PokéStops and Gyms at TOHO Cinemas will no longer be available as of August … Continue reading Niantic’s Pokémon GO partnership with TOHO Cinema ends on August 7 in Japan

The Pokémon Company reveals new Kotobukiya Trainer Red and Pikachu figure designed by Ken Sugimori

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The original Pokémon Center celebrated its 20th anniversary on April 25, 2018, in Japan. The Pokémon Company marked this occasion in a variety of ways, including by releasing a wide range of merchandise that commemorates the momentous milestone. A new batch of products recently launched in Japan feature Trainer Red and Pikachu, as designed by renowned Pokémon … Continue reading The Pokémon Company reveals new Kotobukiya Trainer Red and Pikachu figure designed by Ken Sugimori

New Pokémon Center merch for Slowpoke Day includes special towels and T-shirts

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The Pokémon Company has teamed up with the Kagawa prefecture for another collaboration featuring Slowpoke. August 10, 2018, has officially been named Slowpoke Day. As part of this initiative, from August 10 to August 12, a special Pokémon Center location will be available at the Kagawa prefecture, where fans will be able to take pictures alongside the official … Continue reading New Pokémon Center merch for Slowpoke Day includes special towels and T-shirts

You can now ride a Pikachu-themed amphibious bus for Pikachu Outbreak 2018 in Japan

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A total of 1,500 Pikachu will take over Yokohama’s streets for the annual Pikachu Outbreak festival. For its fifth anniversary this year, fans can also expect a longer day-to-night event, complete with special digital effects in line with this year’s theme “Science is Amazing.” Held from August 10 to 16, Pikachu Outbreak 2018 will include a slew of fun … Continue reading You can now ride a Pikachu-themed amphibious bus for Pikachu Outbreak 2018 in Japan