Pokémon mascot Eevee is now visiting actual companies throughout Japan

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The Pokémon Company has kicked off another initiative as part of its ultra popular Project Eevee scheme. The official mascot version of the iconic Evolution Pokémon is visiting actual companies throughout Japan to those that qualify for a visit. Upon arrival, employees can shake hands and hug Eevee, participate in photo sessions, light exercises and … Continue reading Pokémon mascot Eevee is now visiting actual companies throughout Japan

Cute video: Detective Pikachu plays the staring game against Manectric and fails miserably

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Detective Pikachu is set to launch this Friday, March 23, 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 … Continue reading Cute video: Detective Pikachu plays the staring game against Manectric and fails miserably

Detective Pikachu posters now on display at Ikebukuro Station in Tokyo, Japan

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To celebrate the upcoming release of the Detective Pikachu game for Nintendo 3DS, The Pokémon Company and Nintendo have dispatched official mascot versions of Detective Pikachu throughout Japan. Detective Pikachu toured Ikebukuro for four days leading up to the game’s release. Fans who attended this special event received Detective Pikachu sun visors and stickers while supplies last. Detective Pikachu posters are now … Continue reading Detective Pikachu posters now on display at Ikebukuro Station in Tokyo, Japan

New Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?! trailer previews March 25 episode featuring Detective Pikachu cosplay

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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, March 25, 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, Pokémon-inspired … Continue reading New Pokémon no Uchi Atsumaru?! trailer previews March 25 episode featuring Detective Pikachu cosplay

Pokkén Tournament DX is among the best-selling Nintendo Switch games during its first year in Japan

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The Nintendo Switch console recently celebrated its first birthday. To commemorate this event, Japanese magazine Famitsu has posted a listing of the top 20 best-selling games in Japan during the console's first year on the market, which includes Pokkén Tournament DX. The full results are as follows: 1. Splatoon 2 – 1,995,731 2. Super Mario … Continue reading Pokkén Tournament DX is among the best-selling Nintendo Switch games during its first year in Japan

Closer look at the exclusive Eevee book that comes with Detective Pikachu pre-orders at the Pokémon Center in Japan

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The Pokémon Company recently announced a special incentive for those who pre-order Detective Pikachu at the Pokémon Center in Japan. If you pre-order the upcoming game from the official store before it launches on March 23, you’ll get a special storybook that stars Eevee and serves as somewhat of a prequel to the events that happen in … Continue reading Closer look at the exclusive Eevee book that comes with Detective Pikachu pre-orders at the Pokémon Center in Japan

Official Pokémon Planter Series features Pikachu watering can and tree stump pot with Pichu

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Japanese manufacturer Hobby Stock has revealed its officially-licensed Pokémon Planter Series, which currently consists of a couple products. First, there's the Pikachu-themed watering can, which dispenses water from the leaf that Pikachu is holding in its hands. Then there's the mini tree stump pot, which is accompanied by one Pikachu and two Pichu. Both of … Continue reading Official Pokémon Planter Series features Pikachu watering can and tree stump pot with Pichu

New Pokémon Diamond and Pearl plushies revealed featuring Piplup, Lucario and Croagunk

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The ever-expanding plush line at the Pokémon Center is adding three new plushies on March 24. They are of Piplup, Lucario and Croagunk - three Pokémon that were originally discovered in the Sinnoh region from Pokémon Diamond and Pearl. These plushies have only been announced for the Pokémon Center in Japan, but stay tuned for … Continue reading New Pokémon Diamond and Pearl plushies revealed featuring Piplup, Lucario and Croagunk