4 new Pokémon Utility Hole Covers, or PokéLid (Pokéfuta ポケふた) were unveiled for Iwate Prefecture on March 30th, 2026. Each lid features a unique design for its area, showcasing Isitsubute, the Support Pokémon for Iwate, as well as other Pokémon.


Each PokéLids is an original design and each is unique with the aim of promoting the appeal of Pokémon and each region they are installed in throughout Japan.

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

Sources: https://x.com/Pokemon_cojp/status/2038451146713411943 and https://x.com/iwatemarugoto/status/2038535658386718924