Japanese publication reveals exactly how a Pokémon card is made for the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG)

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Japanese publication CGWORLD has put together a special feature that describes the extensive process behind creating a Pokémon card for the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG). The process includes working with a 3D model of the Pokémon displayed on the respective card, moving it around to match a suitable pose that fits, creating a unique … Continue reading Japanese publication reveals exactly how a Pokémon card is made for the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG)

Niantic postpones Pokémon GO Special Weekend event due to severe weather conditions at SoftBank in Japan

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Niantic recently announced a massive event featuring Unown, Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Charmander and Squirtle. The Pokémon GO Special Weekend is set to kick off later this month at various sponsor locations throughout Japan. Fans will be able to purchase a ticket at participating locations to be granted access to special PokéStops. In addition, from 10:00 to 20:00 JST on … Continue reading Niantic postpones Pokémon GO Special Weekend event due to severe weather conditions at SoftBank in Japan

Beautiful new artwork unveiled for Pokémon the Movie: Everyone’s Story featuring Ash, Pikachu, Lisa, Eevee and more

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With the official premiere of Pokémon the Movie: Everyone’s Story just around the corner, The Pokémon Company has been promoting its latest film in various ways. One such campaign recently took place in Harajuku, Japan, where the mascot versions of Pikachu and Eevee joined forces with a number of models to heavily promote the movie, which is set … Continue reading Beautiful new artwork unveiled for Pokémon the Movie: Everyone’s Story featuring Ash, Pikachu, Lisa, Eevee and more

Video: New Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?! trailer previews July 15 episode featuring cotton candy

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The Pokémon Company has unveiled the official preview for the next episode of Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?!, which is scheduled to air on Sunday, July 15, in Japan. You can check it out in the video below. As usual, the energetic hosts showcase their love for Pokémon with various games and personalities. In this particular episode, the … Continue reading Video: New Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?! trailer previews July 15 episode featuring cotton candy

New Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon episode “Touchdown of Friendship!!” won’t air on Disney XD in the US due to blackface similarity

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Episode 64 of Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon is called “Touchdown of Friendship!!” in Japanese, and it involves Ash Ketchum developing sympathy for a tribe of Passimian. His desire to protect and support the lemur-like Pokémon runs so deep that he begins acting and appearing like them. He even has his skin painted black, … Continue reading New Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon episode “Touchdown of Friendship!!” won’t air on Disney XD in the US due to blackface similarity

Pokémon the Movie: Everyone’s Story billboards now on display in Japan

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With the official premiere of Pokémon the Movie: Everyone’s Story just around the corner, The Pokémon Company has been promoting its latest film in various ways. One such campaign recently took place in Harajuku, Japan, where the mascot versions of Pikachu and Eevee joined forces with a number of models to heavily promote the movie, which is … Continue reading Pokémon the Movie: Everyone’s Story billboards now on display in Japan

Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee brochures now available at retailers in Japan

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It’s never too early for Nintendo to put up advertisements for their upcoming games, especially in Japan, where ads for Pokémon: Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee have already been put up at various store locations throughout the country. A number of retailers are also giving away brochures, as shown in the picture above. More will … Continue reading Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee brochures now available at retailers in Japan

New Pokémon silicone case for iPhone X resembles Pikachu’s back with protruding ears

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The Pokémon Company has teamed up with Japanese manufacturer Gourmandise to create a new case for iPhone X. The case is primarily yellow in color, resembling Pikachu's back with protruding ears, its bolt shaped tail and iconic markings. It is made of silicon material, designed to be comfortable to hold while protecting your phone and … Continue reading New Pokémon silicone case for iPhone X resembles Pikachu’s back with protruding ears