New Pokémon figurines feature Ditto transformed as Alolan Vulpix, Electrode, Shaymin, Absol and Whimsicott

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The sixth batch of Ditto figures transformed as various Pokémon has been revealed for Japan. It is now available across the country through capsule machines at certain Pokémon Center and Pokémon Store locations. New Ditto figurines as part of this line include Alolan Vulpix, Electrode, Shaymin, Absol and Whimsicott. To view individual pictures of each … Continue reading New Pokémon figurines feature Ditto transformed as Alolan Vulpix, Electrode, Shaymin, Absol and Whimsicott

Officially-licensed Pokémon golf gear now available in Japan

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The Pokémon Company has teamed up with Japanese manufacturer Mind Inc. for an entire set of officially-licensed golf gear in Japan. New Pokémon-themed golf products include golf ball markers, golf headcovers, golf putter holders with name plates and more. Featured designs include Poké Ball, Pikachu, Charizard, Venasaur, Blastoise and Mewtwo. To see more pictures of … Continue reading Officially-licensed Pokémon golf gear now available in Japan

85-year-old woman killed by driver playing Pokémon GO in Japan

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An 85-year-old woman was recently involved in a Pokémon GO-related car accident in Japan. A driver playing Niantic's immensely-popular mobile game struck the elderly woman, ultimately leading to her death. Unfortunately, incidents such as this one have happened multiple times in the past. It's another reminder that clearly demonstrates the dangers of playing Pokémon GO … Continue reading 85-year-old woman killed by driver playing Pokémon GO in Japan

Detective Pikachu receives six out of 10 from Edge magazine review

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Detective Pikachu is now available for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems. The game puts you in the shoes of Tim Goodman, who partners with a self-proclaimed “great detective” Pikachu to solve strange occurrences all over Ryme City. Together you must investigate, take notes and meet up with other Pokémon to unravel the city’s greatest mysteries! The recently-released game … Continue reading Detective Pikachu receives six out of 10 from Edge magazine review

New Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?! trailer previews May 6 episode featuring official Eevee mascot and all eight Eeveelutions

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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, May 6, 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 New Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?! trailer previews May 6 episode featuring official Eevee mascot and all eight Eeveelutions

Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon fail to reappear on latest Media Create Sales charts for the first time since launch in Japan

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Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon have failed to reappear near the very top of the latest software charts in Japan for the first time since launch. Meanwhile, Detective Pikachu also didn't appear for another consecutive week. The games are still expected to appear somewhere in the top 50 for the foreseeable future. The latest Japanese sales charts are as follows: … Continue reading Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon fail to reappear on latest Media Create Sales charts for the first time since launch in Japan

Video: Japanese YouTubers at Bonbon TV can’t stop feeling the official Eevee Pokémon mascot

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The official mascot version of Eevee recently made an appearance on Bonbon TV, where it participated in a number of activities with the hosts of the Japanese show. Throughout the episode, the hosts seemed to love petting and feeling the Eevee mascot, especially on the ultra-soft area covering its neck. Eevee's appearance is part of … Continue reading Video: Japanese YouTubers at Bonbon TV can’t stop feeling the official Eevee Pokémon mascot

Nintendo Switch passes four million units sold in 13 months in Japan

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Nintendo Switch has passed four million units sold-through to customers in Japan. Combining the latest weekly numbers with historical data, Nintendo's latest console is currently estimated to be at more than 4,036,797 units that have been sold. This result was achieved in a little over 13 months. To learn more about this impressive milestone, click … Continue reading Nintendo Switch passes four million units sold in 13 months in Japan