Pokemon

Japanese Pokémon card shop grabs scissors as part of its plan to keep scalpers away

Thwarting resellers isn’t always a snap, but maybe it could be a snip.

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Japan’s new Pokémon jackets give you the look and powers of the Kanto starter trio

Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle jackets won’t be available in stores, though.

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Tokyo store makes you to pass a quiz in order to buy Pokémon cards as part of anti-scalper policy

As new shipment of Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion packs comes in, Bic Camera makes a new rule.

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Make-them-yourself Pokémon frappes arrive at Japanese convenience stores, can be mixed at home too

Family Mart’s Pokémon Pokopia dessert drinks are supposed to be mixed in-store, but there’s an alternative.

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Finnish design brand Iittala partners with Pokémon for a golden first collaborative tableware set

The brand’s Origo line of bold-patterned tableware makes for a shockingly good partner with the world’s favorite Pokémon.

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Pokémon hot spring footbath opening in Japan this spring

A relaxing, adorable, and free place to soak your toes with Pikachu, Gyarados, and more.

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Brand-new Pokémon manhole covers coming to help the recovery of a disaster-stricken part of Japan

Noto Peninsula is ready to welcome travelers again, and these Pokémon are ready to help them do it.

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Pokémon store character meet-and-greet events to resume in May

Pokémon sub-brand schedules event roughly six weeks after Pokémon Center stabbing.

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30 Pikachus want to share a Tokyo hotel room with you that has separate Grass, Water, Fire spaces

Grand Hyatt Tokyo celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Pokémon franchise with one Pikachu for every year.

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You can assemble a well-balanced team of Pokémon, them eat them, thanks to Japanese cake chain

Cozy Corner unveils a mini-Pokédex’s worth of adorable Pokémon desserts.

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Pokémon Centers across Japan cancel April events after stabbing in Tokyo

No meet-and-greets or Pokémon Card Game classrooms will be taking place for at least one month.

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Pokémon and Ikea Japan cross over into each other’s worlds with collaboration events

Ikea is all about creating cozy living spaces, and ditto for Pokémon Pokopia.

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Pokémon lacquerware series expands for Year of the Horse with new handcrafted design[Video]

Century-old lacquerware company, supplier to the royal family, turns its makie skills to a beloved Fire-type.

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Fatal stabbing at Pokémon Center in Tokyo reignites concern over rising stalking cases in Japan

Assailant had previously been arrested on suspicion of violating the Stalker Regulation Law.  

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The next time you’re feeling stressed out, you could relax on a Pokémon Psyduck chair from Japan

Before you erupt like Psyduck, take a seat on Psyduck.

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Heinz Japan finds its perfect pitchman: Pokémon’s Pikachu!

There’s no question that this is a case where the celebrity endorser really is a fan of the product.

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Real-life Professor Oak? Pokémon Company recruiting PhD holders in science and agriculture

Doctorate degree, bilingual communication skills, and research regarding plants and animals are only requirement for mysterious position with Pokémon Company.

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Japan has a cute Pokémon menu you probably don’t know about yet

Under-the-radar Japanese cafe chain serves a delicious salute to Ditto in celebration of Pokémon Pokopia.

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Pikachu and Eevee become handmade Lladró porcelain sculptures to celebrate Pokémon’s 30th birthday

Pokémon franchise celebrates its 30th anniversary with a partnership with the Spanish luxury ceramics craftsmen.

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Eevee returns to Japan’s famous Tokyo Banana, bundled with a cute tote bag

The beloved Tokyo souvenir re-introduces chocolate sponge Eevee cakes, along with a collectible keepsake for fans.

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