Shiny Tapu Koko event confirmed for Pokémon Sun and Moon in Japan

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The recently-leaked special distribution event featuring Shiny Tapu Koko has been confirmed for Pokémon Sun and Moon players in Japan. The Pokémon Company has also unveiled more details about it. It is a level 60 Pokémon with the ability Electric Surge and hold item Electric Seed. It comes with the moves Nature's Madness, Discharge, Agility and Electro … Continue reading Shiny Tapu Koko event confirmed for Pokémon Sun and Moon in Japan

Ayako Imoto joins Team Skull in new Pokémon Sun and Moon commercial

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Following in the footsteps of Usain Bolt, Ayako Imoto is the latest celebrity to appear alongside Team Skull in a new commercial for Pokémon Sun and Moon. In the promo, the Japanese comedian is also seen climbing Alolan Exeggutor's long neck until she is flung off. You can check out her stunts in the video … Continue reading Ayako Imoto joins Team Skull in new Pokémon Sun and Moon commercial

New versatile Pokémon figurines revealed for Ash, Pikachu and Team Rocket

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A new set of figurines based on the Pokémon anime is on the way to Japan. They feature Ash and Pikachu, as well as Jessie, James and Meowth of Team Rocket. The figurines are versatile and are capable of portraying a number of different poses. For example, Ash's hat can be removed and Team Rocket … Continue reading New versatile Pokémon figurines revealed for Ash, Pikachu and Team Rocket

Pokemon Sun and Moon themes atop the Nintendo 3DS theme charts for another week

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The latest Nintendo 3DS theme charts have revealed that Pokémon Sun Moon: Solgaleo & Lunala is at the number-one spot in Japan for the another consecutive week. Several other Pokemon themes appear as well. The top 25 list for the period between February 20 and 26 is as follows 01. Pokémon Sun Moon: Solgaleo & Lunala 02. … Continue reading Pokemon Sun and Moon themes atop the Nintendo 3DS theme charts for another week

Pokémon GO player dies from heart attack after catching Lapras

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A 67-year-old Pokémon GO player suffered a fatal heart attack moments after catching a couple Pokemon. According to the deceased's wife, her husband would regularly visit the site to catch Pokemon ever since the launch of the game. GPS readings on his smartphone showed that he managed to capture Lapras and a Granbull before the … Continue reading Pokémon GO player dies from heart attack after catching Lapras

New artwork of Ash and Pikachu unveiled for Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!

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A new piece of official artwork has been unveiled for Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!. It depicts a frustrated Ash looking at an angry Pikachu, highlighting the rocky start to their friendship. The art also includes six screenshots of several key moments from the upcoming film. You can check it out in the image … Continue reading New artwork of Ash and Pikachu unveiled for Pokémon the Movie: I Choose You!

Snorlax promotion announced for Pokémon GO for Japan

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A special promotion featuring Snorlax has been announced for Pokémon GO in Japan. Between March 4 and March 13, players will be able to come across the Sleeping Pokémon more than usual in the Kumamoto and Oita prefectures of Japan. A similar promotion has yet to be announced for other territories, but stay tuned for … Continue reading Snorlax promotion announced for Pokémon GO for Japan

Pokemon Sun and Moon among Japan’s top-selling games for 14th week in a row

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For the 14th consecutive week, Pokemon Sun and Moon are still among the best selling games in Japan. Between February 20 and 26, the latest duo of Pokemon games collectively sold more than 13,000 copies in the region. They’ve managed to secure the sixth spot – a slight decline over the previous week. The list for the … Continue reading Pokemon Sun and Moon among Japan’s top-selling games for 14th week in a row