Special Chansey distribution announced for Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee via Pokémon Centers in Japan

The Pokémon Company has announced a special Chansey distribution event for Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee via Pokémon Centers in Japan. From November 16, 2018, players who visit an actual Pokémon Center location during their birth month will be able to receive a secret code to unlock Chansey in either version of … Continue reading Special Chansey distribution announced for Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu and Let’s Go Eevee via Pokémon Centers in Japan

Original Pokémon Kuttari plush return to Pokémon Center and Pokémon Store in Japan

The Pokémon Company has announced plans to re-release a number of original plushies as part of the adorable Pokémon Kuttari line, which debuted back in 2015 in Japan. Pokémon Kuttari plush for Pikachu, Eevee, Slowpoke, Jolteon, Vaporeon, Flareon, Umbreon, Espeon, Glaceon, Leafeon and Sylveon can once again be found and purchased at official Pokémon Center … Continue reading Original Pokémon Kuttari plush return to Pokémon Center and Pokémon Store in Japan

Pokémon Center Tokyo DX displays entire wall dedicated to the evolution of the Pokémon video games

Renowned video game developer Robert Bowling recently made a trip to Japan and got to pay a visit to the official Pokémon Center Tokyo DX. Bowling had nothing but good things to say about the store: "It’s literally impossible to be unhappy at a @Pokemon Center!," Bowling said. "Everyone there is so excited, hugging things, … Continue reading Pokémon Center Tokyo DX displays entire wall dedicated to the evolution of the Pokémon video games

The Pokémon Company apologizes for widespread TCG shortages in Japan, promises increased production of new products

The latest Pokémon TCG expansion, Super-Burst Impact, recently went on sale in Japan. Long lines were immediately formed, and there have been numerous reports of sellouts throughout the region. This has directly led to immediate shortages, in which a number of fans haven't been able to purchase their own products. Because of this, The Pokémon Company has … Continue reading The Pokémon Company apologizes for widespread TCG shortages in Japan, promises increased production of new products

The Pokémon Company unveils new Alola Kuttari plushies for the Pokémon Center and Amazon Japan

The Pokémon Company has unveiled a new batch of Kuttari plushies that consists entirely of Pokémon that can be found in the Alola region. Featured Pokémon include Litten, Rowlet, Dusk Form Lycanroc, Popplio, Buzzwole, Wimpod and Alolan Vulpix. As you can see in the image above, these plushies come with their eyes open or closed, … Continue reading The Pokémon Company unveils new Alola Kuttari plushies for the Pokémon Center and Amazon Japan

Brand-new Pokémon Yurutto collection launches with Pikachu, Dedenne, Rowlet, Ludicolo, Croagunk and Bewear

The Pokémon Company has teamed up with renowned manga artist Mr. Kanahei to create a new batch of figurines as part of the official Pokémon Yurutto collection. The first batch of figurines features Pikachu, Dedenne, Rowlet, Ludicolo, Croagunk and Bewear. They can be acquired for 300 yen each via capsule machines at physical Pokémon Center … Continue reading Brand-new Pokémon Yurutto collection launches with Pikachu, Dedenne, Rowlet, Ludicolo, Croagunk and Bewear

Final Pokémon design unveiled for new Kotobukiya Trainer Red and Pikachu figure designed by Ken Sugimori

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 illustrator Ken Sugimori … Continue reading Final Pokémon design unveiled for new Kotobukiya Trainer Red and Pikachu figure designed by Ken Sugimori

Eevee mascot meet-and-greet sessions with bodyguards now available at Pokémon Centers until November in Japan

As part of its ultra-popular Project Eevee initiative, The Pokémon Company is continuing to host official Eevee mascot meet-and-greet sessions at various Pokémon Center locations in Japan from September to November, 2018, complete with bodyguards for the iconic Evolution Pokémon. Participating locations include the Pokemon Center Tokyo DX and Pokémon Centers in Hiroshima, Sapporo, Tohoku, Nagoya, Skytree Town, Yokohama and … Continue reading Eevee mascot meet-and-greet sessions with bodyguards now available at Pokémon Centers until November in Japan