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McDonald's Japan will being selling Pokémon Happy Sets at participating McDonald's restaurants nationwide for a limited time starting on Friday, August 9th, 2024. The toys are based on characters from the anime.

The Pokémon Happy Set lineup features eight toys that you can enjoy playing with outside. The first series includes four toys such as Captain Pikachu's Waterwheel, whose handle rotates when water is poured on it, a watering can with a monster ball design, and Nyahoja's Toolkit. The second series also includes four toys including Kuwassu's Water Gun and Nyahoja's Telescope which makes distant objects look bigger when you look through it. You can enjoy it not only outdoors, but also in the bath, pool, and indoors.

Captain Pikachu's Spinning Waterwheel and Kuwassu's Water Gun allow children to learn about the properties of water while playing, and become familiar with natural science. In addition, by using Nyahoja's Telescope to look at distant buildings and natural scenery, and observing plants, animals, insects, children will expand their interest in the natural environment and life around them.

In addition, Hogator's Flying Disc can be played with by throwing it in a wide open area, and Captain Pikachu's Rolling Roller can be enjoyed by playing with sand and clay to create patterns. These are toys that improve physical dexterity by playing with them. In addition, going outside and using the Monster Ball Compass to learn about orientation will deepen their interest in the earth, develop spatial awareness, and increase their desire to explore the world.

This summer vacation, take your Pokémon Happy Set toys with you and go outside with your friends and family, enjoy playing while interacting with nature, and discover the world like you have never seen before.

Week 1 - August 9th, 2024 to August 15th, 2024

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Captain Pikachu's Spinning Waterwheel (キャプテンピカチュウのくるくる水車)
Terapagos Monster Ball Watering Can (テラパゴスのモンスターボールじょうろ)

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Nyahoja's Toolkit (ニャオハのツールキット)
Hogator's Flying Disc (ホゲータのフライングディスク)

Week 2 - Augst 16th, 2024 to August 22nd, 2024

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Kuwassu's Water Gun (クワッスのみずでっぽう)
Nyahoja's Telescope (ニャオハの望遠鏡)

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Captain Pikachu's Rolling Roller (キャプテンピカチュウのころころローラー)
Monster Ball Compass (モンスターボールコンパス)

Pokémon FRIENDA

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On the weekend of Saturday, August 17th, 2024 and Sunday, August 18th, 2024, for every Pokémon Happy Meal purchased, you will receive an original McDonald's FRIENDA Pick to use to play with on a Pokémon FRIENDA arcade machine.

6 different Pokémon chosen at random: Pikachu, Wanival, Ogerpon, Windie, Loudbone, Masquernya

Source: https://www.mcdonalds.co.jp/company/news/2024/0802a/

YouTube Clip - McDonald's Pokémon Happy Set


Original Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mviDB41dFM8
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A range of fun activities will take place in the Waikīkī Bay area, including a special locals-only community day on Wednesday, August 14th, 2024 (with a valid Hawaiʻi state ID) for the Pokémon World Championships 2024!

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Open to the Public

These events are open to everyone that wishes to attend.

Dazzling Skies with Pikachu & Friends

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Pokémon illuminate the night sky of Waikīkī Bay to celebrate this year’s World Championships! Come see their dazzling lights as they soar over shimmering waters for some summer fun you’re sure to remember.

Activity Overview
Dates: Thursday, August 15, 2024, Saturday, August 17, 2024, Sunday, August 18, 2024
Times: 8:00 PM – 8:10 PM
Location: Hilton Hawaiian Village Beach
Access Level: No Badge Required

Pokémon Play Lab

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Want to learn how to play? Come visit the Pokémon Play Lab for a guided demo experience of fan-favorite Pokémon games. Whether you’re a beginner or a casual player, the Play Lab offers a great way to have fun and take your next steps as a Pokémon Trainer.

Activity Overview
Dates: Friday, August 16, 2024, Saturday, August 17, 2024, Sunday, August 18, 2024
Times: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Rainbow Tower Rainbow Suite, Level 1
Access Level: No Badge Required

Village Green Activities

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Look forward to character meet-and-greets, hula lessons, lei making, origami, and special photo ops at the Village Green.

Dates: Friday, August 16, 2024, Saturday, August 17, 2024, Sunday, August 18, 2024
Times: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Location: Hilton Hawaiian Village, Village Green Area
Access Level: No Badge Required

Great Lawn Activities

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Enjoy character meet-and-greets, drawing lessons, face painting, lawn games, and surfboard decorating at the Great Lawn.

Dates: Thursday, August 15, 2024, Friday, August 16, 2024, Saturday, August 17, 2024, Sunday, August 18, 2024
Times: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Location: Hilton Hawaiian Village, The Great Lawn
Access Level: No Badge Required

Shadowless Podcast Live

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Join RealBreakingNate and SuperDuperDani, two beloved Pokémon TCG creators, as they host their Pokémon variety podcast, The Shadowless Podcast, in front of a live audience! Audience trivia, giveaways, pack breaks, surprise guests, and more await Trainers of all ages! Followed by a meet-and-greet.

Dates: Thursday, August 15, 2024 - 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM, Friday, August 16, 2024 - 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Location: Hilton Hawaiian Village, The Great Lawn, Great Lawn Main Stage
Access Level: No Badge Required

Badge Required

These activities require a badge to attend.

Animation Screenings

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Sit back, relax, and enjoy Pokémon animation! Experience Liko and Roy's adventures in Pokémon Horizons: The Series and Ash's classic encounter with Mewtwo in Pokémon: The First Movie.

Dates: Friday, August 16, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Saturday, August 17, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Sunday, August 18, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Hawai'i Convention Center, Level 3, ʻEmalani Theater (Room 320)
Access Level: Badge Required

Autograph Room

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Join us for autograph sessions featuring some of your favorite talents and VIPs! This unique experience offers fans the opportunity to meet and receive a personalized autograph from our special guests. The item to be signed will be provided. Autograph session slots are assigned on Friday in-person in the Autograph Room only, and badges are required to participate in this activity. Recipients must be at the Autograph Room at their assigned date and time—no makeups or replacements will be provided.

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Tsunekazu Ishihara - President and CEO, The Pokémon Company
Junichi Masuda - Chief Creative Fellow, The Pokémon Company
Akira Egawa - The Pokémon Trading Card Game Artist
Atsushi Furusawa - The Pokémon Trading Card Game Artist

Friday, August 16, 2024 - Sign-up - 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Saturday, August 17, 2024 - Atsushi Furusawa - 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
Saturday, August 17, 2024 - Junichi Masuda - 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Sunday, August 18, 2024 - Akira Egawa - 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday, August 18, 2024 - Tsunekazu Ishihara - 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Location: Hawai'i Convention Center, Level 3, Room 311
Access Level: Badge Required

Terms & Conditions
  • Your wristband does not guarantee you an autograph.
  • We may shut down the line for wristbands at any time, for any reason.
  • We may cancel an Autograph Session, end it early, or make adjustments to the timing, for any reason. If this is necessary, we apologize for any inconvenience or disappointment caused.
  • If a wristband is removed from your wrist, it is voided.
  • Wristbands cannot be transferred.
  • One wristband per person. You may only attend one Autograph Session. Once you have been successful in obtaining a wristband, you may not attempt to enter the drawing for another session.
  • The number of available wristbands for each Autograph Session is based on the duration of the session.
  • No personal items will be signed; instead, posters will be provided for signing.

Collect & Trade Corner

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Looking to showcase and trade your Pokémon items with other Trainers? Sign up for a trader table where you can do just that! If you’re only looking to browse, you can visit as an “explorer” and check out everyone’s sweet collections. Local stores will also be on-site, offering unique items for sale.

Dates & Times: Friday, August 16, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Saturday, August 17, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Sunday, August 18, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Hawai'i Convention Center, Level 3, Room 316BC
Access Level: No Badge Required

Genki Ball Making

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Pokémon is collaborating with Genki Ala Wai Project to bring Genki Ball to the 2024 Pokémon World Championships! Make your own Genki Ball (mud ball) while learning about EM® bioremediation technology and how these mud balls can clean water. On Saturday evening, we'll throw all the Genki Balls together into the Ala Wai Canal! A limited number of slots are available for this activity on a first come, first served basis.

Activity Title: Genki Ball Making
Dates & Times: Friday, August 16, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Saturday, August 17, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Location: Hawai'i Convention Center, Level 3, Room 314
Access Level: Badge Required

Activity Title: Genki Ball Toss
Dates & Times: Saturday, August 17, 2024 - 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Location: Canal
Access Level: Badge Required

Pokémon World Championships History Museum

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Journey alongside other Trainers and share in the memories of the Pokémon World Championships! View past Worlds items, iconic Pokémon TCG decks, a wide array of Pokémon video games and their respective consoles, and much more as you celebrate the history of Pokémon’s capstone competitive event.

Dates & Times: Friday, August 16, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Saturday, August 17, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Sunday, August 18, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Hawai'i Convention Center, Level 3, Room 312
Access Level: Badge Required

Merchant Room

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Welcome to the Merchant Room! Shop local Hawaiian game and card shops onsite for the first time at Worlds—whether you’re a dedicated collector, an enthusiast, or simply looking for unique items, the Merchant Room has something for everyone.

Dates & Times: Friday, August 16, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Saturday, August 17, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Sunday, August 18, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Hawai'i Convention Center, Level 3, Room 316A
Access Level: Badge Required

Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Demo

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Be one of the first to experience the joys of Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket! Open packs, experience unique digital finishes, parallel effects, and more. You may even find an immersive card featuring details that extend past traditional Pokémon TCG cards!

Dates & Times: Friday, August 16, 2024 - 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Saturday, August 17, 2024 - 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Sunday, August 18, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Hawai'i Convention Center, Level 3, Main Corridor
Access Level: Badge Required

Pokémon Talks

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Meet-and-Greet with Pokémon TCG Artists Atsushi Furusawa and Akira Egawa Have you ever thought about how Pokémon TCG illustrations come to life? Come and join us for a rare opportunity to learn more about the illustrators that make it happen. We will welcome Pokémon TCG artists Atsushi Furusawa and AKIRA EGAWA to talk about their artistic journeys, inspiration, favorite works, art styles, and more.

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Pokémon: Bringing Animation to Global Audiences
The Pokémon Company International (TPCi) takes a behind-the-scenes look at how the Pokémon animated series is localized from its original Japanese version to the popular series enjoyed by international audiences, in addition to the creation of an original animated series by TPCi. In a panel moderated by Phil Rynda (director of original animation), Andy Gose (senior director of media production), Tad Kubota (director of media business operations), Toshi Yoshida (animation localization manager), Hilary Thomas (senior producer), and Chris Hewitt (associate producer) will discuss optimizing the series for global viewers and share behind-the-scenes insights on the current mainline series, Pokémon Horizons: The Series, and the animated limited series, Pokémon: Path to the Peak, both available now to fans around the world.

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Between Two Mics: Casting Competitive Pokémon
Casters and analysts play a pivotal role in enhancing the spectator experience of the Pokémon Championship Series and deepen the sense of community for global audiences. Want to know what it takes to commentate competitive Pokémon? Host extraordinaire Anna Prosser moderates this panel of four professional Pokémon casters as they share insights about how they got started, the art of casting, providing real-time battle analysis, developing compelling narratives, and the evolution of the profession.

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Victory Road: Becoming a World Champion
Winning the World Championships is as close as any Trainer can get to becoming a true Pokémon Master: it represents the ultimate culmination of skill, strategy, and determination. A panel of past champions, hosted by Dave Schwimmer (senior manager of Play! Pokémon program development), delves into their inspiring journeys to the top of the global competitive scene, what it has meant to them personally, and how they have been supporting the Pokémon community since their rise to glory.

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Pokémon Trainer Tour: A Conversation with Hosts and Creators
Take a behind-the-scenes look at Trainer Tour, an original series centered on the Pokémon TCG created by The Pokémon Company International, in an exciting conversation with the series’ hosts and creators. The panel will discuss the process of creating the heartfelt series and explore how aspiring Trainers foster connections with family and friends through their love of the Pokémon TCG.

Activity Overview

Activity Title: Pokémon Talks
Dates & Times:
Friday, August 16, 2024
Between Two Mics: Casting Competitive Pokémon - 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Saturday, August 17, 2024
Pokémon: Bringing Animation to Global Audiences - 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Meet-and-Greet with Pokémon TCG Artists Atsushi Furusawa and Akira Egawa - 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Sunday, August 18, 2024
Pokémon Trainer Tour: A Conversation with Hosts and Creators - 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Victory Road: Becoming a World Champion - 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Location: Hawai'i Convention Center, Level 3, Lili'u Theater
Access Level: Badge Required

Pokémon Trading Card Game Illustration Contest 2024

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The Pokémon Trading Card Game Illustration Contest first began in 2021 by accepting submissions from talented artists in both Japan and the United States. This contest not only showcased beautiful illustrations coming to life, but also brought new talents to light. The 2024 Pokémon Trading Card Game Illustration Contest features “Magical Pokémon Moments” as its theme, accepting submissions from Japan and the United States, as well as Australia, Canada, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom for the first time. Please enjoy artwork from the top 100 entries from the 2024 contest, the winners’ artwork from the 2022 contest, and the “Draw Your Own Card” activity!

Dates & Times: Friday, August 16, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Saturday, August 17, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Sunday, August 18, 2024 - 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Location: Hawaiʻi Convention Center, Level 3, Room 315
Access Level: Badge Required

Side Events

The Pokémon World Championships host a full schedule of side events open to all attendees who have an official event badge, regardless of whether the attendee is playing in the main event. Come battle in smaller competitions for a variety of awesome prizes throughout the weekend. It’s a great opportunity to meet and compete against players from around the world!

Pokémon TCG
Jump into Pokémon TCG battles with your Standard or Gym Leader Challenge decks! If you don’t have your own deck, you can enjoy Build & Battle side events instead.

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Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet
Trainers who bring their own Nintendo Switch system and Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet game can get in on the action by competing in side events throughout the weekend.

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Pokémon GO
For those who prefer a smaller screen, Pokémon GO events will be held throughout the weekend. Whether you enjoy battling other players or simply catching Pokémon, we have a variety of ways for you to get involved.

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Pokémon UNITE
Bring out your Nintendo Switch or mobile device and team up with other Pokémon UNITE fans for battles on Aeos Island.

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Source: https://worlds.pokemon.com/en-us/in-person/activities/
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At the very end of the original airing of PM2023 59, a serial code was announced for Roy's Hogator which could be used in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet. The code was: 909TEAMUP06 and was officially available to use from July 26th, 2024 to January 31st, 2025. The code was first revealed on a card given out at San Diego Comic Con 2024 on July 24th, 2024.

Get Roy’s Fuecoco in Your Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet Game via Mystery Gift

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Use the password below to add this sizzling Pokémon to your team.

One of the standout Pokémon in the new Pokémon Horizons: The Series animation is Fuecoco, whose Trainer is Roy. Now you can have Roy’s Fuecoco join your Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet adventures. When you assign the Partner Ribbon to Fuecoco, it will be imparted with the title “Roy’s Fuecoco” when sent into battle.

Roy’s Fuecoco joins Liko’s Sprigatito and Dot’s Quaxly as the final part of the iconic Pokémon Horizons trio. These Pokémon joined the Rising Volt Tacklers alongside their Trainers to have grand adventures across Paldea and beyond. You can tune in to Pokémon Horizons now on Netflix.

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Use these steps to claim your in-game gift.

  1. Launch your Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet game.
  2. Select Poké Portal on the X menu.
  3. Select Mystery Gift, then select Get with Code/Password to connect to the internet.
  4. Enter the password 909TEAMUP06.
  5. Watch as the Pokémon arrives in your game. (Pokémon will appear in your party or in your Pokémon Boxes.)
  6. Be sure to save your game.

This password expires on January 31, 2025, at 3:59 p.m. PST.

Pick up Roy’s Fuecoco, then tune in to Pokémon Horizons to watch it in action! And remember: you can still get Liko’s Sprigatito and Dot’s Quaxly! Liko’s Sprigatito is available until September 30. Dot’s Quaxly is available until November 30.

Details:

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OT: Roy ロイ
ID: 230512
Ability: Blaze
Tera Type: Fire
Held Item: No Item
Nature: Hardy
Level: 5
Moves: Tackle, Ember
Ribbons: Classic Ribbon, Partner Ribbon

Sources: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/get-roys-fuecoco-in-your-pokemon-scarlet-or-pokemon-violet-game-via-mystery-gift and https://www.tv-tokyo.co.jp/anime/pocketmonster2023/present/index09.html
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Takara Tomy released the Pocket Monsters You too can be a Pokémon Professor! Smartphone Rotom Pad (ポケットモンスター キミもポケモン博士! スマホロトムPad) on July 13th, 2024 in Japan. It costs 12,100 yen (tax included) and requires 4 AA batteries (sold separately). Takara TOMY Pocket Monsters Camera Link! Pokémon Zukan Smartphone Rotom was released in 2023 and details of that product are available in our news article. High resolution product pictures have been added to an Imageboard thread.

YouTube Clip - Smartphone Rotom Pad


Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sxCjjDqCTM

YouTube Clip - Meet 800 Pokémon! Smartphone Rotom Pad


Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lBLY4AvibBA

Product Pictures:

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Challenge missions and register your Pokémon in the Pokémon Zukan! Meet more than 800 Pokémon and become a Pokémon Professor!

Go on a Pokémon research mission to become a Pokémon Professor! Search for Pokémon while thinking about where they are on the map. When you find a Pokémon, challenge a mission! There are many missions you can enjoy by making sounds to lure Pokémon, sorting Pokémon by type, breaking rocks, and using the pen! When you successfully complete a mission, you can register the Pokémon in your Pokémon Zukan! Let's meet many Pokémon and characters like Liko and Roy and learn more and more about Pokémon!

There are many fun things you can do with the camera!

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Take pictures with the Camera, and use the Edit function to decorate the pictures you've taken to create your own unique images! Also, the "Battle and Catch Poké Ball" is also available! When you scan the barcode with the camera on your Smartphone Rotom Pad, you can listen to a detailed zukan description of the Pokémon you got with the Battle and Catch Poké Ball!

※ The Battle and Catch Poké Ball is sold separately.

There are a total of 29 fun features

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You can battle with Pokémon registered in your Pokémon zukan in the Pokémon Battle mode and play together with "Berries Presents"! There are also plenty of features to help you learn more about Pokémon, such as Professor Friede's Pokémon Seminar, the Pokémon Zukan Quiz, and the Type Guide!

Includes more than 800 Pokémon in the Pokémon Zukan!

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Pokémon from the Paldea region, Legendary and Mythical Pokémon also appear! Daiki Yamashita also voices the Pokémon entry information and he is the same voice as the Smartphone Rotom from the TV anime series.

Sources: https://takaratomymall.jp/shop/g/g4904810937470/ and https://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/pokemon/rotom_pad/
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From Thursday, August 1st, 2024 to Sunday, September 8th, 2024, the Pokémon Center Festival will be held at Pokémon Centers and participating Pokémon Center outlets nationwide in Japan! The summer at Pokémon Centers is full of excitement, including the Pokémon Center Festival Dance that you can enjoy with your family and friends, decorations and presents that will get you into the festive mood! Have a lot of summer vacation memories at a Pokémon Center!

※ Campaign details may vary by store.
※ Some stores may have changed their business hours or restrict admission.
※ The campaign may be postponed, changed, or canceled without notice.

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Center Festival


Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJqKFLnUTpg

1. Pokémon Center Festival Dance (ポケセンフェスダンス)

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To celebrate the Pokémon Center Festival, a new dance called the Pokémon Center Festival Dance can be performed by everyone! Check out the video that will be uploaded to the official Pokémon YouTube channel at a later date and dance along to it at home. You might even hear the Pokémon Center Festival Dance music playing inside the Pokémon Centers!

Some stores will even have dance greetings where Pikachu will appear and perform the Pokémon Center Festival Dance! Check out the choreography in advance and dance along with Pikachu. For the schedule, check the event calendar for each store!

Create a lot of fun summer vacation memories with the Pokémon Center Festival Dance!

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Center Festival Dance


Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRc-inW5dGM

2. Pokémon Center Decorations and Pikachu Headbands

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During the festival period, Pokémon Centers will be decorated in a fun festival style! In addition to the decorations in the store, you can also enjoy the festival atmosphere by wearing Pikachu Headbands that you can get at the stores!

You can get a Pikachu Headband by asking the staff at any Pokémon Center across the country! To coincide with the festival, it has a colorful, stylish design. You'll have to wait until you receive it to find out which color you'll get! Put on a Pikachu Headband and enjoy the summer with Pokémon!

3. Pokémon Summer Vacation Goods!

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On Saturday, July 27th, Pokémon Centers will be stocking items perfect for enjoying your summer vacation! There will be cardboard crafts of Lizardon and Gyarados that you can make without using scissors, as well as kits to make resin-style charms of cute Pokémon with sparkly glitter. All of them are easy and fun to make!

There will also be Pokémon key chains available to make your summer outings more fun. The lineup will include reflective key chains that shine at night, as well as bell-shaped and metal key chains!

4. Pokémon Center Petite Workshop (ポケモンセンターぷちてるワークショップ)

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During the event period, Pokémon Centers and some Pokémon Center outlets nationwide in Japan will be hosting a ton of fun kids' events! In addition to the Pokémon Center Petite Workshop where you can make your own keychain by selecting your favorite parts, Pokémon Card Game events such as the Pokémon Card Game Class, and a variety of content for kids will be held. Come and have fun with your friends and family at the Pokémon Center Festival!

Event dates and content vary by store, so be sure to check the details at each store.
*Please note that some stores may not be holding some events.

Pokémon Center Petite Workshop (ポケモンセンター ぷちてるワークショップ)
Choose your favorite parts from 64 different design parts, and put them onto the base designed featuring Pokémon to make your own original key chain!

Pokémon Card Game Events
The Pokémon Card Game Class and Casual Battle with PokéCard! will be held at Pokémon Centers nationwide. These are fun events for Pokémon Card beginners, so feel free to come and have fun!

※ You need to register as a member of the Pokémon Card Game Players Club to participate in the events. Please register in advance.
※ Please note that prior entry and a lottery may be required to participate in the event.
※ Please be sure to check at the store if you wish to attend in advance.

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Fun Mini Attractions
At the Pokémon Kids Carnival (ポケモン☆キッズカーニバル), children who play the mini-attractions will receive original Pokémon Center goods according to their results. Aim for a high score and have fun!

Pokémon Bingo (ポケモンビンゴ) is a bingo game using cards with Pokémon characters on them! If you get a bingo, you can get original goods from the Pokémon Center. Join the event with your family and friends to get the goods!

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The Pokemon Kids Challenge (ポケモンキッズチャレンジ) are mini-games like ring toss and ball toss that elementary school students and younger can participate in for free! Let's give it a try!

Pokémon GO Events
Pokémon GO will hold a Pokémon Exchange event using the trade feature of Pokémon GO and a Real PokéStop Showcase (リアルポケストップおひろめ) event where you can compare the size of your Pokémon with other Trainers! Download the Pokémon GO app to participate!

5. Pokémon Center Festival Fun Notebook (ポケセンフェスおたのしみノート)

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During the event period, elementary school age children and younger can get a Pokémon Center Festival Fun Notebook as a present! It contains coloring pages and quizzes related to the Pocket Monsters animated television series, as well as an introduction to the choreography of the Pokémon Center Festival Dance. Take your summer memories of the Pokémon Center home with you with the Pokémon Center Festival Fun Notebook!

Source: https://pokemoncenterfestival2024.pokemon.co.jp/
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Starting July 26th, 2024, Roy’s Fuecoco from Pokémon Horizons makes its way onto your Pokémon Scarlet or Violet team! Going to Comic-Con International? Come visit Pokémon at Booth 235.

Add Roy’s Fuecoco to Your Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet Game Soon

The final Paldean First Partner Pokémon from Pokémon Horizons: The Series is on the way. The cast of adventurers in Pokémon Horizons has begun their travels across Paldea and beyond. To celebrate the start of their incredible journey, fans have been given the opportunity to add Liko’s Sprigatito and Dot’s Quaxly to their Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet games via Mystery Gift—and starting July 26, players will be able to round out this trio of First Partner Pokémon with Roy’s Fuecoco!

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Speaking of exciting Pokémon Horizons activity, if you’re planning on attending Comic-Con International, be sure to stop by the Pokémon booth #235, where you can catch the latest Pokémon animation and check out what else we’ve got going on at the event.

The Pokémon Company International Returns to Comic-Con International 2024 with Official Booth Presence Bringing ‘Pokémon Horizons: The Series’ to Life

Pokémon to Celebrate Its Globally Popular Animated Series with Interactive Photo Opportunities, Activities and Giveaways—Including a Special Video Game Distribution Featuring Roy’s Fuecoco

Pokémon Licensing Partners to Offer More Fan-Focused Experiences and Merchandise at Premier Pop Culture Event

Bellevue, Wash. — July 12, 2024 — Following its debut presence and panel at Comic-Con International 2023, The Pokémon Company International today announced its upcoming return to San Diego with an interactive booth at Comic-Con International 2024, starting with Preview Night on July 24 and running through July 28. The booth, which features a “Pokémon Horizons: The Series” theme, invites Trainers to learn more about the first new mainline Pokémon animated series released in more than 25 years with exciting photo opportunities, interactive experiences and fun giveaways.

Discover Interactive “Pokémon Horizons: The Series” Experiences

Located in the Exhibit Hall of the San Diego Convention Center, the Pokémon booth #235 will transport Trainers to the Pokémon world, where they’ll learn more about “Pokémon Horizons: The Series,” including its dual protagonists Liko and Roy and their respective partner Pokémon, Sprigatito and Fuecoco. With an interactive walkthrough design and fun activities, Trainers will set off on their own Pokémon adventure while discovering other Pokémon and characters from the show, including Friede, Captain Pikachu and the rest of the Rising Volt Tacklers.

Visitors at the Pokémon booth will also have the opportunity to obtain goodies themed after “Pokémon Horizons: The Series” through booth giveaways, while supplies last, and discover additional product offerings from Pokémon Center, the premier online destination for official Pokémon merchandise.

Trainers in the U.S. can watch the latest “Pokémon Horizons: The Series” episodes exclusively on Netflix, with Part 3 premiering soon on Aug. 9, 2024.

Receive Roy’s Fuecoco in the Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet Video Game

Comic-Con International attendees visiting the Pokémon booth can add Roy’s Fuecoco, as seen in “Pokémon Horizons: The Series,” to their Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet team by picking up a card containing a Mystery Gift[i] password. Cards will be available beginning on Preview Night on July 24, while supplies last. Trainers unable to attend Comic-Con International will be able to get Roy’s Fuecoco in Pokémon Scarlet or Pokémon Violet beginning July 26, 2024. More details will be revealed at a later date.

Explore Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet with Live Demonstrations

Attendees interested in learning more about Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet for Nintendo Switch™ systems will have the opportunity to view live demonstrations conducted by Pokémon video game experts at the Pokémon booth. The demonstrations will introduce attendees to various features of Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet, such as catching, training and battling Pokémon, and exploring the vast areas of the Paldea region.

Explore Additional Pokémon Experiences

Trainers can engage in more Pokémon experiences and products on the show floor, including a fun photo opportunity with a fiery Pokémon at the Jazwares booth #3513, in addition to Jazwares’ event-exclusive Kanto Region Team Figure Set featuring premium figures of popular Pokémon. Trainers will also have the opportunity to purchase an array of other Pokémon goodies on-site, including the event-exclusive Pokémon Book Bundle that comes with both the “My Pokémon Cookbook” Gift Set and “Amazing Pokémon Paper Crafts” at a discounted price at the Insight Editions booth #2129, as well as the Pokémon Premier Ball Ornament at the Hallmark booth #3348. This ornament is exclusive to Comic-Con International and New York Comic Con.

Furthermore, Trainers can check out the Pop! Jumbo Arceus at the Funko booth #5341, the new Pokémon COLLECTIV line of accessories from the Loungefly booth #5145 and plastic model kits from the Bandai Spirits booth #3837.

Mystery Gift Details:

• You need to connect your Nintendo Switch system to the internet to claim this gift.
• To connect to the internet, your user profile must be linked to a Nintendo Account. (This does not require a paid Nintendo Switch Online membership.)
• This password can only be used once per save data.
• It takes about 1 to 1.5 hours of play time before you can access the Mystery Gift feature, where you can input the password.

Sources: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/The-Pokemon-Company-International-Returns-to-Comic-Con-International-2 and https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/add-roys-fuecoco-to-your-pokemon-scarlet-or-pokemon-violet-game-soon
The 3rd batch of episodes for Pokémon Horizons: The Series will air in the United States on August 9th, 2024 on Netflix. A third poster for the series was released with the press release.

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New Episodes of ‘Pokémon Horizons: The Series’ Coming Soon to Netflix in the U.S.

July 10, 2024 — The Pokémon Company International announced that Part 3 of “Pokémon Horizons: The Series” will premiere Aug. 9, 2024, exclusively on Netflix in the U.S.

In the latest batch of episodes, more action-packed adventures await dual protagonists Liko and Roy — and their partner Pokémon, Sprigatito and Fuecoco, respectively — as they continue exploring various regions of the Pokémon world alongside Friede, Captain Pikachu and the rest of the Rising Volt Tacklers. In Part 3, Liko and Roy will make new discoveries about Pokémon Trainer Lucius and the Six Heroes while fending off the formidable Explorers.

Fans can view a sneak peek of the upcoming episodes on the official Pokémon YouTube channel. In addition, fans can gear up for the launch of Part 3 by catching up on current “Pokémon Horizons: The Series” episodes via Netflix.

Pokémon Horizons: The Series Part 3 Synopsis:

After meeting up with her grandma, Liko finally learns the identity of the Pokémon who transformed from her pendant — Terapagos! But the family reunion is disrupted when the Explorers go on the offensive, first pursuing Terapagos and then setting their sights on the black Rayquaza. Meanwhile, the Rising Volt Tacklers try to learn more about the Ancient Poké Ball as they look for clues about the Six Heroes, Liko and Roy continue training to get stronger and the Brave Olivine gains two new Pokémon residents. Then, a rumor about a singing Pokémon leads the crew to another of Lucius’s Six Heroes — and the black Rayquaza isn’t far behind!

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/New-Episodes-of-Pokemon-Horizons-The-Series-Coming-Soon-to-Netflix-in-

YouTube Clip - Curious Terapagos! | Sneak Peek | Pokémon Horizons: The Series Part 3 Coming to US Netflix August 9


Ready for a sneak peek into Part 3? Join Liko as she learns more about Terapagos and uncovers its mysteries! And don’t forget to mark your calendars for August 9 as our heroes continue their adventures in new episodes of Pokémon Horizons: The Series on US Netflix!

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZaCsCobG5iU
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JR East will hold the JR East Pokémon Stamp Rally 2024 (JR東日本 ポケモンスタンプラリー2024) in collaboration with the TV anime Pocket Monsters currently airing on TV Tokyo.

Stamps of the Rising Volt Tackler's Pokémon partners and Gym Leaders Pokémon will appear at 36 stations in the Tokyo metropolitan area, which will be the stage for the stamp rally adventure. By completing three stages, 6 stations, 12 stations, and 36 stations, participants will receive prizes, available in limited quantities, that can only be obtained in this stamp rally.

The Shinkansen course also features stamps of the Six Heroes and Terapagos, Lucius' companions. The Black Rayquaza will appear on stamps at Morioka Station and Yamagata Station for a limited time only. Once participants have stamped one of the stations, they will receive a prize, available in limited quantities, at the Tokyo Station Goal Counter.

In addition, as part of the collaboration, the Yamagata Shinkansen E8 series, Yamanote Line, Keihin-Tōhoku Line, and Chūō Line will be decorated with Pokémon that appear in the TV anime. Enjoy your adventure with Pokémon this summer. High resolution pictures from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

JR East Pokémon Stamp Rally 2024 Promotional Video


Source: https://x.com/jrepokemonrally/status/1806600410070954299

1. Event Overview

Period: Friday, July 12th, 2024 to Sunday, September 1st, 2024
Website: https://www.jreast.co.jp/jre_pokemonrally2024/
Social: JR East Pokemon Stamp Rally 2024 Official X account (@jrepokemonrally)

2. Stamp Rally Area Map Stamp Locations (Tokyo metropolitan area)

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36 stations in total (35 JR East stations in the Tokyo metropolitan area and 1 Tokyo Monorail station)

3. How to Start the Adventure (Metropolitan area)

① Get a stamp book (STAGE 1/EXTRA STAGE version) and collect 6 stamps of your choice! Visit 6 stations of your choice from the 36 stations in the Tokyo metropolitan area and get 6 stamps.
※ Only a combinations of 6 different stations is valid.
※ Stamps from Sendai Station, Morioka Station, Yamagata Station, Akita Station, Niigata Station, and Nagano Station are not eligible.
※ The stamp book will be distributed starting on July 12th, 2024 at major stations in the Tokyo metropolitan area and stations with stamps on the Shinkansen line.
② Go to the NewDays goal store! Collect the stamps and bring the stamp book to the designated NewDays goal store to receive a Floragato Pokémon FRIENDA disk, a special postcard, and a STAGE 2 and STAGE 3 stamp book.

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STAGE 2 - 12 Station Course - Terastal Training Debut Edition

① Collect 12 stamps of Rising Volt Tackler's Partner Pokémon at Eligable STAGE 2 Stations in your STAGE 2 and STAGE 3 stamp book
※ You can also cut out the stamps you collected in STAGE 1 and paste them in your STAGE 2 and STAGE 3 stamp book.

② Go to the special goal counter at Tokyo Station!
If you collect stamps and bring your stamp book to the special goal counter at Tokyo Station, you will receive a special lanyard with a Rising Volt Tackler's Pokémon design and a 6 types of Tera Shards set, 50 of each type serial code that can be used in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet.

※ Only one prize can be exchanged per person.
※ Prizes can be exchanged at the same time for STAGE 2, STAGE 3, and EXTRA STAGE.

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STAGE 3 - 36 Station Course - Terastal Training Expert Edition

① Visit 8 areas and take part in the Terastal Training! Collect all 36 station stamps! Stamp all 36 stations in the metropolitan area in your STAGE 2 and STAGE 3 stamp book.
※You can also cut out the stamps you collected in STAGE 1 and paste them in your STAGE 2 and STAGE 3 stamp book.

② Go to the special goal counter at Tokyo Station! If you collect the stamps and bring your stamp book to the special goal counter at Tokyo Station, you will receive a Terastal Training Achievement Certificate.

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4. How to Start the Adventure (Shinkansen)

EXTRA STAGE Shinkansen Course - Six Heroes Edition.
Stamps of the Six Heroes and Terapagos are now available at Shinkansen stations! In addition, for a limited time, Black Rayquaza will be a stamp at Morioka Station and Yamagata Station!
① Collect one stamp at each Shinkansen station!
Stamp your stamp book (STAGE 1 and EXTRA STAGE versions) with a stamp from one station of your choice from Sendai Station, Morioka Station, Yamagata Station, Akita Station, Niigata Station, or Nagano Station.
② Go to the special goal counter at Tokyo Station!
Collect stamps and bring your stamp book to the special goal counter at Tokyo Station to receive a special medal.
※ Only one prize can be exchanged per person.
※ Prizes for STAGE 2, STAGE 3, and EXTRA STAGE can be exchanged at the same time.

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Collaboration Projects

1. Stamp Book (Special Edition)
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A stamp book (special edition) with a specially designed pass case will be sold at some NewDays. The stamp book (special edition) has all the stamp spaces for the 36 stations in the Tokyo metropolitan area and 6 Shinkansen stations, so you can collect all the stamps from the start.

Sales price: 2,420 yen (tax included)
Sales period: Friday, July 12th, 2024 to Sunday, September 1st, 2024

※ Ends when sold out.
※ Prizes cannot be exchanged at NewDays.
※ Prizes for the stamp book (Special Edition) can only be exchanged at the special goal counter at Tokyo Station.

2. Pokémon-wrapped Shinkansen
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The Yamagata Shinkansen E8 series, which debuted in March 2024, will be wrapped in Pokémon from the TV anime Pocket Monsters.
Period: Friday, July 12th, 2024 to Sunday, September 1st, 2024
Vehicles in operation: Yamagata Shinkansen E8 series, one train

3. Pokémon-wrapped trains will be in operation on the Yamanote Line, Keihin Tohoku Line, and Chuo Line
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Trains wrapped with Nyarote, Kuwassu, and Hogator from the Pocket Monsters TV anime series, will be in operation for a limited time.

Period: Monday, July 29th, 2024 to late August 2024
Routes: One train each on the Yamanote Line, Keihin-Tōhoku Line, and Chūō Line
※ This may be subject to change depending on the operating conditions.

4. Photo spots will appear
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Photo spots including wall murals and stand-ups of the Elite Four will appear at Tokyo Station and some other stations. Enjoy taking commemorative photos at the photo spots while participating in the stamp rally. The locations of the photo spots will be announced on the official JR East Pokémon Stamp Rally 2024 X account.

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5. Distribution of Captain Pikachu Sun Visors
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Captain Pikachu sun visors will be distributed at the special goal counter at Tokyo Station. Please wear a sun visor and enjoy the stamp rally while staying cool and avoiding heatstroke.

Distribution location: Special goal counter at Tokyo Station
Distribution period: Friday, July 12th, 2024 to Monday, September 2nd, 2024
※ Distribution will end once supplies run out.

6. Captain Pikachu Meet and Greet
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Captain Pikachu Meet and Greets will be held at WATERS Takeshiba.

Date and time: Sunday, July 14th, 2024
(1) 14:00-14:15
(2) 15:30-15:45
(3) 17:00-17:15v
Venue: Waters Takeshiba Plaza Lawn Square (approximately 6 minutes walk from Hamamatsuchō Station)
Participation fee: Free

※ Numbered tickets will be distributed at the venue from 13:00.
※ Please arrive at the venue 5 minutes before each session with your numbered ticket.

ポケモンと一緒の夏へ!『JR東日本 ポケモンスタンプラリー2024』を開催します!

2024年6月28日 15時50分 〇JR東日本では、テレ東系で放送中のテレビアニメ「ポケットモンスター」とタイアップし、『JR東日本 ポケモンスタンプラリー2024』を開催します。
〇スタンプラリー(=冒険)の舞台となる首都圏36駅に、ライジングボルテッカーズの仲間たちやジムリーダーのポケモンのスタンプが登場します。6駅、12駅、36駅と3つのステージを達成することで、このスタンプラリーでしか手に入らない賞品(数量限定)をプレゼントします。
〇また、新幹線コースは、いにしえの冒険者ルシアスの仲間である「六英雄」とテラパゴスのスタンプが登場。「黒いレックウザ」は、期間限定で「盛岡駅」と「山形駅」のスタンプに出現します。いずれか1駅のスタンプ1個を押印すると、東京駅ゴールカウンターで賞品(数量限定)をプレゼントします。
〇さらに、連動企画として、テレビアニメに登場するポケモンの装飾を施した山形新幹線E8系や山手線、京浜東北線、中央快速線を運行します。この夏は、ポケモンと一緒に冒険の旅をお楽しみください。

1 開催概要
(1)期間
2024年7月12日(金) ~ 9月1日(日) 
始発から終電まで(一部の駅はスタンプ設置時間が異なります)
※最新情報は、公式Xアカウントまたは、公式WEBサイトをご覧ください。
■「JR東日本 ポケモンスタンプラリー2024」公式WEBサイト
https://www.jreast.co.jp/jre_pokemonrally2024/
■「JR東日本 ポケモンスタンプラリー2024」公式Xアカウント(@jrepokemonrally)
https://x.com/jrepokemonrally?mx=2

(2)スタンプラリーエリアマップ(首都圏)
【スタンプ設置駅】
全36駅(首都圏エリアのJR東日本35駅と東京モノレール1駅)

(3)冒険の始め方(首都圏)
■STAGE1 「6駅コース~旅立ち編~」
①スタンプ帳(STAGE1・EXTRA STAGE版)を手に入れ、お好きなスタンプ6個を集めよう!
首都圏に設置された36駅の中からお好きな6駅を巡り、6個のスタンプを押印してください。
※異なる6駅の組み合わせのみ有効となります。
※仙台駅・盛岡駅・山形駅・秋田駅・新潟駅・長野駅のスタンプは対象外です。
※スタンプ帳(STAGE1・EXTRA STAGE版)は、首都圏の主な駅・新幹線のスタンプ設置駅で7月12日(金)より配布します。
②ゴール店舗のNewDaysへ!
スタンプを集め、指定のゴール店舗のNewDaysにスタンプ帳をお持ちいただくと、「スペシャルフレンダ

ピックニャローテ」と「スペシャルポストカード」、「スタンプ帳(STAGE2・STAGE3版)」をプレゼントします。
※賞品の引換えはお一人さま1個です。
※賞品引換期間は、2024年7月12日~9月2日までです。
※賞品の引換えは、各店舗の営業時間内に限ります。

■STAGE2 「12駅コース~テラスタル研修 デビュー編~」
①「STAGE2対象駅」のライジングボルテッカーズの仲間たちのスタンプを12個集めよう!
スタンプ帳(STAGE2・STAGE3版)に「STAGE2対象駅」のスタンプを12個押印してください。
※STAGE1で集めたスタンプを切り取ってスタンプ帳(STAGE2・STAGE3版)に貼り付けることも可能です。
②東京駅特設ゴールカウンターへ!
スタンプを集め、東京駅特設ゴールカウンターにスタンプ帳をお持ちいただくと、ライジングボルテッカーズのポケモンがデザインされた「スペシャルネックストラップ」と 『ポケットモンスター スカーレット・バイオレット』で使える「テラピース6タイプセット各タイプ50個のシリアルコード」をプレゼントします。
※賞品の引換えはお一人さま1個です。※STAGE2・STAGE3・EXTRA STAGEは同時に賞品の引換えが可能です。

■STAGE3 「36駅コース~テラスタル研修 エキスパート編~」
①8つのエリアを巡り、テラスタル研修にチャレンジ!36駅のスタンプをすべて集めよう!
スタンプ帳(STAGE2・STAGE3版)に首都圏に設置された36駅すべてのスタンプを押印してください。
※STAGE1で集めたスタンプを切り取ってスタンプ帳(STAGE2・STAGE3版)に貼り付けることも可能です。
②東京駅特設ゴールカウンターへ!
スタンプを集め、東京駅特設ゴールカウンターにスタンプ帳をお持ちいただくと、「テラスタル研修達成証」 をプレゼントします。
※賞品の引換えはお一人さま1個です。※STAGE2・STAGE3・EXTRA STAGEは同時に賞品の引換えが可能です。

(4)冒険の始め方(新幹線)
■EXTRA STAGE「新幹線コース~六英雄編~」
新幹線停車駅に、「六英雄」とテラパゴスのスタンプが登場!さらに、期間限定で「盛岡駅」と「山形駅」の スタンプに「黒いレックウザ」が出現!

①新幹線停車駅に設置されているスタンプを「1個」集めよう!
スタンプ帳(STAGE1・EXTRA STAGE版)に仙台駅、盛岡駅、山形駅、秋田駅、新潟駅、長野駅から選んだ「1駅」のスタンプを押印してください。
※スタンプ帳(STAGE1・EXTRA STAGE版)は首都圏の主な駅・新幹線のスタンプ設置駅で7月12日(金)より配布します。
②東京駅特設ゴールカウンターへ!
スタンプを集め、東京駅特設ゴールカウンターにスタンプ帳をお持ちいただくと、「スペシャルメダル」を プレゼントします。
※賞品の引換えはお一人さま1個です。※STAGE2・STAGE3・EXTRA STAGEは同時に賞品の引換えが可能です。

2 連動企画
(1)スタンプ帳(スペシャル版)販売
描きおろしデザインのパスケース付きのスタンプ帳(スペシャル版)を一部のNewDaysで販売します。
スタンプ帳(スペシャル版)は、首都圏36駅と新幹線6駅のすべての押印欄があり、始めからすべてのスタンプを集めることができます。

販売価格:2,420円(税込)
販売店舗は、公式WEBサイトにてお知らせいたします。
販売期間:2024年7月12日(金)~9月1日(日)
※売り切れ次第終了となります。
※NewDaysでの賞品の引換えはできません。
※スタンプ帳(スペシャル版)の賞品引換は東京駅特設ゴールカウンターのみとなります。

(2)ポケモンラッピング新幹線運行
2024年3月にデビューした山形新幹線E8系に、テレビアニメ「ポケットモンスター」に登場するポケモンのラッピングを施した「ポケモンラッピング新幹線」を運行します。
運行期間:2024年7月12日(金)~9月1日(日)
運行車両:山形新幹線E8系 1編成
運行情報は、公式WEBサイトにてお知らせいたします。
※運行状況などにより、変更の場合がございます。

(3)ポケモンラッピング山手線・京浜東北線・中央線運行
テレビアニメ「ポケットモンスター」に登場する「ニャローテ」「クワッス」「ホゲータ」をデザインした、ラッピングトレインが期間限定で運行します。
運行期間:2024年7月29日(月)~8月下旬
運行路線:山手線・京浜東北線・中央快速線 各1編成
※運行状況などにより、変更の場合がありますございます。
(4)フォトスポットが登場
東京駅や一部駅などに壁面装飾や四天王のフォトパネルなどのフォトスポットが登場します。
スタンプラリーに参加しながらフォトスポットでの記念撮影をお楽しみください。
フォトスポットの場所は、「JR東日本 ポケモンスタンプラリー2024」公式Xアカウントにてお知らせいたします。

(5)キャプテンピカチュウサンバイザーの配布
キャプテンピカチュウのサンバイザーを東京駅特設ゴールカウンターで配布いたします。 
サンバイザーを付けて、熱中症に気を付けながら涼しく楽しくスタンプラリーにご参加ください。

配布場所:東京駅特設ゴールカウンター
配布期間:2024年7月12日(金)~9月2日(月)
※なくなり次第配布終了となります。

(6)キャプテンピカチュウのグリーティング開催
ウォーターズ竹芝にて、キャプテンピカチュウのグリーティングを開催します。

日時:7月14日(日)
(第1回)14:00~14:15
(第2回)15:30~15:45
(第3回)17:00~17:15
会場:ウォーターズ竹芝プラザ芝生広場(浜松町駅から徒歩約6分)
参加費:無料
※13:00から会場にて整理券を配布いたします。
※各回5分前に整理券をお持ちの上、会場へお越しください。

Source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000018.000124944.html
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The official Japanese AniPoke Twitter account reminded viewers that a photocard of the Paldea Elite Four would be distributed at the Pokémon Centers in Japan and it had a link to the official Pokémon Center website with the details.

Anipoke: Commemorating the Elite Four Exhibition Tournament
Pokémon Center and Pokémon Center Online shoppers nationwide in Japan can receive a Paldea Elite Four photo card flyer as a present from today (June 21st, 2024) to Friday, July 5th, 2024.
In addition, Paldea Elite Four Stand-ups will also be available!

Photo card style flyers of the Paldea Elite Four will be distributed at Pokemon Centers!

From Friday, June 21st, 2024 to Friday, July 5th, 2024, customers who shop at Pokémon Centers nationwide and Pokémon Center Online will receive a Photocard flyer of the Paldea Elite Four!

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Episode 55 of the TV anime Pocket Monsters will air on Friday, June 21st, 2024 at 6:55 p.m.! The battles between Liko, Roy, and Dot and the Paldea region Elite Four will begin. How will these thrilling battles turn out?

To commemorate the holding of these matches, we will be distributing special promotional flyer that can be cut along the cutting lines to carry around like a photo card.

In addition, Paldea Elite Four Stand-ups will be available at some Pokémon Centers! Take photos with the Elite Four as if you were surrounded by them!

Participating stores:
- Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo
- Pokémon Center Yokohama
- Pokémon Center Kanazawa
- Pokémon Center Osaka
- Pokémon Center Okinawa

There are lots of attractive trainers and Pokémon in the Paldea region! If you find a trainer you like, be sure to check out the Pokémon Center original goods "POKÉMON TRAINERS ~Paldea Edition~".

*One flyer will be distributed per transaction.
*Flyer distribution may be changed or end without notice.
*Some products are not eligible for distribution. (e.g. pre-order, order, lottery products, etc.)
*Flyers are not for sale.

Source: https://voice.pokemon.co.jp/stv/zenten/2024/06/post-14606.html
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The Special Set Pokémon Horizons: The Series (特別卡組 寶可夢地平線:系列) was revealed on June 19th, 2024 to promote the airing of the series airing in Hong Kong and the release of the TCG set Stellar Miracle (星晶奇跡). The special Horizons set and Stellar Miracle will be released in Taiwan and Hong Kong on August 2nd, 2024 and the special set costs NT$490 and HK$120.

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The Special Set includes:

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The Sprigatito 116/SV-P and Fuecoco 117/SV-P promo cards are reprints of the Sprigatito Scarlet & Violet 13/198 and Fuecoco Scarlet & Violet Paldea Evolved 34/193 cards with new artwork by Horizons Anime Character Designers Rei Yamazaki and Kyōko Itō.

YouTube Clip - Special Set Pokémon Horizons: The Series - Official Video


Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wrynVoffo10