Our Japanese-language reporter thinks the worldwide phenomenon could rise to popularity again soon.
Pokemon
One parent and Twitter user experiences the joy of catching Pikachu in Pokémon GO, but it’s all too short-lived.
Original designer reveals that the real inspiration for the “electric mouse” was a different animal altogether.
Finally, a real-world Pokémon adventure where you don’t have to worry about getting hit by a car.
Some say the Pokémon GO craze is over, but the bond between true lovers is eternal (and in this case kind of weird).
The story of the man who brought us Pikachu and countless other fantastical creatures to feature in an educational manga next month.
A trick of the light has Japanese social media checking every crane game for evil apparitions.
Special after-dark Pokémon parade means fans will want to stick around all day to see the 1,500-plus Pikachus.
Ash has a whole new set of pals for Everybody’s Story, but his old friends are nowhere to be seen.
The slide from pinnacle of children’s entertainment to threat of obscurity continues for Jibanyan and crew.
Some resourceful netizens who have pieced together clues from various sources seem to think so!
Ninja, sumo, and kabuki Pikachu are hiding in plain sight right next to Tokyo’s Pokémon Cafe.
Pikachu Plates, Eevee Burgers, solving the mystery of what’s inside Mimikyu’s costume, and a very, very special guest.
Japan’s newest mecca for real-world Pokémon Trainers gives the Pokédex a jaw-dropping UI overhaul.
Recreate Ash’s voyage around the Orange Archipelago without ever leaving your living room.
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