Finally, over 200 lids! On August 11th, 2021, three new Pokémon Utility Hole Covers, or PokéLids (Pokéfuta ポケふた) were unveiled in Awaji City, Hyogo Prefecture, one featuring the legendary Pokémon Lugia! Five different Pokémon are showcased including: Lugia, Bayleaf, Frefuwan, Parshen, and Tritodon! The total installed PokéLids nationwide in Japan has surpassed 200, bringing the total to 201. Pictures from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.


Each PokéLids is an original design and each is unique. The PokéLids will continue to be installed for years to come. More than 200 PokéLids have been installed already in locations throughout Japan and they will serve as an opportunity for many people throughout Japan and around the world to learn about the charms of Pokémon and Awaji City.


The PokéLids that are installed will gradually become PokéStops for the location-based game Pokémon GO for smartphones.

Source: https://twitter.com/Pokemon_cojp/status/1425321102490931203