Official Pokémon Hub now closed at Hong Kong International Airport, more exciting news coming soon

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The official Pokémon Hub that opened earlier this year at the Hong Kong International Airport has closed its doors. Visitors were greeted by a giant Snorlax plushie with a friendly face. In addition, officially-licensed giant Lapras plushies were made available for purchase at the location. However, the store is no longer there. But fans can rest assured that Pokémon … Continue reading Official Pokémon Hub now closed at Hong Kong International Airport, more exciting news coming soon

Video: Japanese voice actor for Ash Ketchum interacts with talking Pikachu toy

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One of Takara Tomy's latest toys featuring Pikachu consists of a singing mascot plush. This special Pokémon plushie can sing and chat with its owner. It can even react differently to the words spoken to it and move up and down as if it were dancing. This plushie is now available for purchase in Japan. … Continue reading Video: Japanese voice actor for Ash Ketchum interacts with talking Pikachu toy

New giant Pokémon plush for Pikachu and Eevee cost $207 each from ITS’DEMO

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The Pokémon Company has teamed up with Japanese manufacturer ITS'DEMO to create super-sized plush for Pokémon mascots Pikachu and Eevee. Each one costs 23,000 Japanese Yen - which equates to about $207. Pre-orders will go live in Japan starting on September 11, 2018, with more information to follow in regard to purchase details and product … Continue reading New giant Pokémon plush for Pikachu and Eevee cost $207 each from ITS’DEMO

Gladion Z-Power Ring revealed for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

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Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon players in Japan will soon be able to use Gladion's Z-Power Ring. Although it functions like any normal Z-Power Ring, Gladion's device sports a bright red color and makes cosplaying as the serious character easier. This product is set to launch in Japan in October 2018. To learn more … Continue reading Gladion Z-Power Ring revealed for Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

The Pokémon Company teams up with Yomiuri Shimbun to offer exclusive Pikachu figurine to subscribers

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The Pokémon Company has teamed up with Yomiuri Shimbun to offer a special Pokémon figurine to select members. Customers who have been subscribed to the Japanese newspaper for at least half a year will receive an original figurine that depicts Pikachu reading a newspaper. This offer is available until March 2019 and is exclusive to … Continue reading The Pokémon Company teams up with Yomiuri Shimbun to offer exclusive Pikachu figurine to subscribers

New Halloween 2018 Pokémon merch includes plushies, mini mascot plush, notebooks, mugs, clear files and more

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The Pokémon Company has already started putting together its plans for Halloween 2018. A special campaign will take place from September 8 to October 5, 2018, at official Pokémon Center stores throughout Japan, where Halloween Pikachu will visit different store locations. New merchandise that will be on sale at the official Pokémon Center and Amazon Japan include postcards, spooky-themed … Continue reading New Halloween 2018 Pokémon merch includes plushies, mini mascot plush, notebooks, mugs, clear files and more

The Pokémon Company kicks off Project Eevee illustration contest featuring Eevee and all its evolutions

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The Pokémon Company has kicked off another contest as part of its ultra-popular Project Eevee initiative. From now until September 20, fans can enter their original pieces of artwork to be judged by Japanese company Wacom and Eevee theme song composer No Miyuhan, who will announce the winners in October 2018. The only qualification for … Continue reading The Pokémon Company kicks off Project Eevee illustration contest featuring Eevee and all its evolutions

Bandai reveals 24 original Kanto Pokémon figurines with Pokédex entry cards

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Japanese manufacturer Bandai has unveiled new Pokémon-themed products as part of its popular Candy line of merchandise. These include a small Pokémon figurines of 24 Pokémon that were originally discovered in the Kanto region. Each one comes with a special card that displays its respective Pokédex entry and information. Featured Pokémon including Charizard, Venusaur, Blastoise, … Continue reading Bandai reveals 24 original Kanto Pokémon figurines with Pokédex entry cards