Shogakukan released the Elementary School First Year Student April 2024 Issue (小学一年生 2024年４月号) on February 22nd, 2024 in Japan. Included with the issue are 5 souvenir items for kids to celebrate their first year in school. A Captain Pikachu Talking Clock Alarm (キャプテンピカチュウおしゃべりめざましどけい) is the main item being distributed with this issue. The issue costs 2,200 yen.

Captain Pikachu Talking Clock Alarm

It's an alarm clock that wakes you up with Captain Pikachu's cheerful voice. Not only will you learn how to read a clock, but the design will make you want to display it in your room.

There are 5 different voices including: "Pika〜ka Pika Pika!" and "Pika Pika! Pika, Pikachu!" Since it plays randomly, you'll be looking forward to hearing what voice wakes you up every morning. When you can't wake up, it switches to Captain Pikachu's "Move voice". If you wake up properly, Captain Pikachu will praise you!

*Uses 2 AAA batteries (sold separately).

Source: https://sho.jp/sho1/76393

YouTube Clip - Captain Pikachu Talking Clock Alarm

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-ZKsfp54LbI

In celebration of Pokémon Day 2024 and Pokémon Horizons: The Series, The Pokémon Company International teamed up with New York’s iconic Empire State Building to light up the tower lights on February 27th, 2024. Photos from the press release have been added to an Imageboard thread.

Pokémon and Empire State Building Celebrate Upcoming U.S. Premiere of ‘Pokémon Horizons: The Series’ with World-Famous Tower Lights on Pokémon Day

The Pokémon Company International Teams Up with The Toy Foundation™ to Support Children and Families in New York as Part of the Festivities

BELLEVUE, Wash. — Feb. 13, 2024 — In celebration of Pokémon Day 2024 and the upcoming U.S. premiere of “Pokémon Horizons: The Series,” The Pokémon Company International (TPCi), in collaboration with longstanding charitable partner The Toy Foundation™, has teamed up with New York’s iconic Empire State Building to illuminate its world-famous tower lights the evening of Feb. 27, 2024. The renowned landmark will light up New York’s skyline in blue and yellow, inspired by the highly recognizable Pokémon logo, between sunset and 2 a.m. EST.

In the spirit of giving back to the community on Pokémon Day, TPCi will donate $10,000 to New York-based charity The Toy Foundation™ to provide philanthropic support to children and families in need in New York and beyond. These efforts are part of TPCi’s long-term strategic partnership with The Toy Foundation™ in support of the organization’s critical mission to deliver the extraordinary benefits of play to children in need, which aligns with TPCi’s overarching goal of improving the lives of children and supporting social equity.

“Pokémon Day is about celebrating the Pokémon brand alongside its passionate fan community, and we couldn’t think of a better way to honor that than by making a positive impact on the lives of children and families in need,” said Raquel Daniels, chief diversity and social responsibility officer at TPCi. “As we look forward to the Empire State Building lighting, we are continuing our support of The Toy Foundation’s important work by furthering opportunities for children and families in New York to experience the comfort and joy of play.”

Pokémon Day 2024 marks the brand’s 28th anniversary since the first Pokémon video games, Pokémon Red and Pokémon Green, launched in Japan on Feb. 27, 1996, kicking off a global phenomenon that catapulted Pokémon into one of the most popular and successful entertainment franchises in the world. Since then, the community of global Pokémon fans — known as Trainers — come together to celebrate their love for the brand on Pokémon Day, the pop-culture holiday observed annually on Feb. 27. This year’s Pokémon Day ushers in the beginning of an exciting new era for the brand for both longtime and new Trainers, with the highly anticipated animated series “Pokémon Horizons: The Series” premiering in the U.S. on March 7, 2024, exclusively on Netflix.

“As the first new mainline Pokémon animated series released in over 25 years, ‘Pokémon Horizons: The Series’ will ring in a new era for Pokémon, with unique characters and stories that will expand and evolve the franchise,” said Taito Okiura, vice president of marketing at TPCi. “As we quickly approach the highly anticipated U.S. premiere of the series, we invite Trainers to help us commemorate this major milestone on Pokémon Day with a special lighting at the iconic Empire State Building.”

Trainers can join these Pokémon Day festivities by tuning in to the Empire State Building on TikTok, Instagram, X (formerly known as Twitter), and Facebook for a special appearance by Captain Pikachu, one of the stars of “Pokémon Horizons: The Series.” Captain Pikachu will explore the world-famous observatory before setting off on more adventures when the series launches on Netflix next month.

In addition, Trainers who visit the Empire State Building anytime on Feb. 27, 2024, can complete exclusive Timed Research tasks in Pokémon GO to earn rewards including Incense, Lure Modules and an encounter with Pikachu wearing a party hat. Additional themed PokéStops will be available near the Empire State Building, and Lure Modules used on PokéStops will have a higher chance of attracting the Symbol Pokémon, Unown.

Tickets to the renowned Empire State Building Observatory, recently voted the No. 1 attraction in the U.S. by TripAdvisor travelers for two consecutive years, can be purchased at esbnyc.com. To receive real-time information about the Empire State Building’s tower lights, Trainers can text CONNECT to 274-16.

For additional details on the upcoming U.S. premiere of “Pokémon Horizons: The Series,” Trainers can stay tuned to Netflix and Pokemon.com/Horizons.

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/Pokemon-Empire-State-Building-2024

The Pokémon Company International and Netflix announced that Pokémon Horizons: The Series will now premiere on Netflix in the United States on March 7th, 2024 instead of February 23rd, 2024. The series made its debut worldwide on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom on December 1st, 2023.

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Horizons: The Series | Coming to Netflix March 7 | Official Trailer

Prepare for an all-new Pokémon journey with Liko and Roy as they travel with new friends and adorable Pokémon across different regions in Pokémon Horizons: The Series, coming to Netflix on March 7!

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ra3Yriz_crA

Twitter Announcement

Hello, Trainers!
Pokémon Horizons: The Series will now premiere on March 7th on Netflix, just a short time later than previously announced. We know fans around the world are looking forward to local debuts of the highly-anticipated, new animated Pokémon series - and it's almost here! Get ready for adventure with Liko, Sprigatito and friends in the world of Pokémon!

Source: https://twitter.com/Pokemon/status/1745853393867080013

The Pokémon TV app relaunched in April 2016, but it has been announced that the app and website will end be discontinued on March 28th, 2024.

Pokémon TV to Discontinue in March 2024

The service will end soon—learn where you can continue to enjoy Pokémon animation.

Thank you to all our fans who have enjoyed Pokémon TV over the years. The Pokémon TV app and website will sunset and the service will end on March 28, 2024. Beginning on January 8, 2024, fans will no longer be able to download the Pokémon TV app from the App Store, Google Play, Roku Channel Store, Amazon Appstore, Nintendo eShop, and Pokemon.com.

However, those who already had the app downloaded on their devices prior to January 8, 2024, will still be able to watch available content until the app fully sunsets on March 28, 2024.

We’ve gathered a list of places where you can enjoy the Pokémon animated series and other Pokémon content. Please continue visiting Pokemon.com for the latest Pokémon news. Thanks again for watching!

Source: https://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/pokemon-tv-to-discontinue-in-march-2024

The Pokémon Company International announced that Pokémon Horizons: The Series will premiere on Netflix in the United States on February 23rd, 2024. The series though will make its debut worldwide on BBC iPlayer in the United Kingdom on December 1st, 2023.

Note: On January 12th, 2024, The Pokémon Company International and Netflix announced that the series had been delayed to March 7th, 2024.

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Horizons: The Series | Coming to Netflix February 23 | Official Trailer

Original Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sU_4d8KImsk

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Horizons: The Series | Coming to Cartoon Network March 2 | Official Trailer

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZbmeFyJ2uk

‘Pokémon Horizons: The Series’ to Premiere on Netflix in the U.S. in February 2024

Fans Can Watch the All-New Episodic Animated Pokémon Adventure As Part of Pokémon Day Celebrations

BELLEVUE, Wash. — Nov. 29, 2023 — Today, The Pokémon Company International announced that the new Pokémon animated series, “Pokémon Horizons: The Series,” will premiere in the U.S. on Feb. 23, 2024, exclusively on Netflix. The highly anticipated series will arrive just in time for Trainers to tune in as part of Pokémon Day celebrations, the annual fan-focused pop-culture holiday commemorating the launch of the original Pokémon video games on Feb. 27, 1996.

BELLEVUE, Wash. — Nov. 29, 2023 — Today, The Pokémon Company International announced that the new Pokémon animated series, “Pokémon Horizons: The Series,” will premiere in Canada beginning March 2, 2024, exclusively on Cartoon Network and Télétoon. Trainers will be able to enjoy the highly anticipated series as part of Pokémon Day celebrations, the annual fan-focused pop-culture holiday commemorating the launch of the original Pokémon video games on Feb. 27, 1996.

Featuring a never-before-seen storyline, “Pokémon Horizons: The Series” will follow dual protagonists Liko and Roy — and their partner Pokémon, Sprigatito and Fuecoco, respectively — as they set off on action-packed adventures, encounter endearing characters like Friede and Captain Pikachu, and uncover the mysteries of the Pokémon world.

“Pokémon Horizons: The Series” Synopsis:

A new adventure is beginning within the wide world of Pokémon! Arriving at Indigo Academy, a girl named Liko receives her first partner Pokémon, Sprigatito. But she soon finds herself pursued by the Explorers, a mysterious group that’s determined to take the pendant necklace she wears. Liko isn’t on her own, though, as Friede, Captain Pikachu, and the other Rising Volt Tacklers offer her protection aboard their airship. Meanwhile, a boy named Roy dreams of becoming a Pokémon Trainer, unaware of the secret hiding within the Ancient Poké Ball he carries. As Liko, Roy, and the Rising Volt Tacklers set sail for new horizons, what kind of discoveries await?

“In celebration of Pokémon Day 2024, fans will be able to embark on an all-new Pokémon animated adventure when ‘Pokémon Horizons: The Series’ premieres in more markets early next year,” said Taito Okiura, vice president of marketing for The Pokémon Company International. “With ‘Pokémon Horizons: The Series’ being the first new animated series released in more than 25 years, both longtime Trainers and a new generation of fans can look forward to exploring the Pokémon world in a fresh and unique way.”

Source: https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/Pokemon-Horizons-The-Series-to-Premiere-on-Netflix-in-the-US-in-Februa and https://press.pokemon.com/en-CA/releases/Pokemon-Horizons-The-Series-to-Premiere-on-Netflix-in-the-US-in-Februa

The Pokémon Company International announced that Pokémon Horizons: The Series will air in the UK on BBC iPlayer and CBBC in December 2023.

‘Pokémon Horizons: The Series’ coming to the BBC

Fans can soon watch the all-new episodic animated Pokémon adventure on BBC iPlayer in the UK

London — 09 Nov. 2023 — The Pokémon Company International announced today that the new, highly anticipated Pokémon animated series, “Pokémon Horizons: The Series,” will launch in the U.K. exclusively on BBC iPlayer and CBBC this December. The highly anticipated series will arrive in time for Trainers to tune in over the holiday season.

Featuring a never-before-seen storyline, “Pokémon Horizons: The Series” is the first new mainline animated Pokémon series released in more than 25 years. Fans will follow dual protagonists Liko and Roy — and their respective partner Pokémon, Sprigatito and Fuecoco — as they set off on action-packed adventures, encounter endearing characters like Friede and Captain Pikachu and uncover the mysteries of the Pokémon world.

“We are incredibly excited to be working with prestigious partners, the BBC, to bring our latest animation ‘Pokémon Horizons: The Series’ to BBC iPlayer,” said Peter Murphy, senior marketing director at The Pokémon Company International. “This is a truly special moment for the Pokémon animated series as we introduce fans to our brand-new protagonists Liko and Roy on their adventures across the world of Pokémon. We know our U.K.-based fans have been clamouring for the series’ release since it was first revealed, and we are delighted to finally share all the official release information. I have no doubt that ‘Pokémon Horizons: The Series’ has been worth the wait, so we hope fans old and new will tune in and experience a Pokémon adventure like no other next month!”

“Pokémon Horizons: The Series” Synopsis:
A new adventure is beginning within the wide world of Pokémon! Arriving at Indigo Academy, a girl named Liko receives her first partner Pokémon, Sprigatito. But she soon finds herself pursued by the Explorers, a mysterious group that’s determined to take the pendant necklace she wears. Liko isn’t on her own, though, as Friede, Captain Pikachu and the other Rising Volt Tacklers offer her protection aboard their airship. Meanwhile, a boy named Roy dreams of becoming a Pokémon Trainer, unaware of the secret hiding within the Ancient Poké Ball he carries. As Liko, Roy and the Rising Volt Tacklers set sail for new horizons, what kind of discoveries await?

“We know families love the world of Pokémon,” said Sarah Muller, senior head of commissioning for CBBC, “and we can’t wait to bring this all-new Pokémon animated adventure to the home of children’s programming in the U.K. and just in time for the festive season!”

Source: https://pokemon.gamespress.com/Pokemon-Horizons-The-Series-coming-to-the-BBC

Sony Music Marketing United has announced the Aim To Be A Pokémon Master [Limited Edition 7inch Analog Vinyl] will be released in Japan on December 27th, 2023 for 2,970 yen. It includes a sticker and zukan shaped card. Details of this release have been added to our Audio Database.

The first opening song Aim To Be A Pokémon Master (Rica Matsumoto) and the ending song "151" (Professor Okido (Unsho Ishizuka) and the Pokémon Kids) from the Pocket Monsters anime was released on December 27th, 2023 as a 7-inch vinyl in limited quantities. A special website was opened to promote the vinyl release.

Both songs were originally released as a 8cm CD single in 1997, but this will be the first time that they will be released on vinyl.

Extras:
① Removable! Satoshi & Pikachu transparent sticker (W87 x H127mm) - A tribute to the removable Pikachu sticker that was a bonus item with the 8cm single released in 1997!
② Pokémon Zukan-shaped Foldable Card (H120 x W82mm) - A Foldable card in the shape of a Pokémon Zukan. The card is folded twice to resemble a Pokémon Zukan, which will certainly be a joy to hold.

Store Exclusives:
Amazon.co.jp: Mega Jacket
HMV: Nostalgic Postcard Scene (with sticker) (Fushigidane design)
TOWER RECORDS: Nostalgic Postcard Scene (with sticker) (Hitokage design)
Sony Music Shop: Nostalgic Postcard Scene (with sticker) (Zenigame design)
Other Stores: Nostalgic Postcard Scene (with sticker) (Pikachu design)

Takara Tomy will release the Pocket Monsters Pokémon Plushie Captain Pikachu in Japan on December 27th, 2023 for 3,300 yen (tax included). The plushie is based off of Friede's Pikachu (Captain Pikachu) from the animated series. High resolution pictures of the plushie have been added to an Imageboard thread.

Description:

Captain Pikachu is now available as a Pokémon Plushie!! It is a Pokémon Plushie of Captain Pikachu from the Pocket Monsters anime! The hat can also be removed! Let's play like Captain Pikachu during battles! Size is approximately 22cm in height.

Details:

Product: Pocket Monsters Pokémon Plushie Captain Pikachu (ポケットモンスター ポケモンぬいぐるみ キャプテンピカチュウ)
Price: 3,300 yen (tax included)
Release Date: December 27th, 2023
Package Size: W160 x H270 x D110mm

Sources: https://takaratomymall.jp/shop/g/g4904810930365/

A new poster has been released for Chapter 2 of the popular anime Pocket Monsters (airs on the TV Tokyo Network every Friday at 6:55pm, officially abbreviated "Anipoke"), "Terapagos' Shine".


The new poster depicts the members of the Rising Volt Tacklers, including protagonists Liko and Roy, standing together on the airship Brave Asagi. In the background we see the Black Rayquaza, as well as silhouettes representing a certain group of characters. In addition, Liko as depicted as holding a shining Terapagos, representing the new subtitle "Terapagos' Shine"

The story of Liko, Roy and their companions will continue to develop as they set off on a new adventure with Terapagos "To Places Far Far Away".


The ending theme "RVR: Rising Volt Tacklers Rap" is also getting an update as we enter Chapter 2.

"RVR: Rising Volt Tacklers Rap" is a song where the members of the Rising Volt Tacklers, the team the anime's protagonists Liko and Roy belong to, learn about Pokémon by rapping about them. This song, which viewers are familiar with from Chapter 1: Liko And Roy Set Off, has changed with episode 26 that aired today, with the melody remaining the same but the lyrics and line distributions changing.

The lyrics in this new RVR will change depending on which character is singing, as every week will see the different members of the Rising Volt Tacklers perform a personalized rap that relates to their Partner Pokémon. Just like the previous version, the lyrics are handled by the tremendously popular rapper Fuma no KTR, as well as Ryogo Matsumaru, Kaiyu Fujimoto and the Pokémon Rap Yattemi-tai from the riddle creator team RIDDLER Inc.


A comment from Ryogo Matsumaru:
When I was writing the lyrics for the first version of this song, I wanted to make a song that the listeners would love for years to come and want to hum to themselves no matter how old they were, so it made me really happy that I got to make another version of it too!

Just like the previous lyrics, these new ones are really fun and will make you want to try rapping along just by hearing them. While the first version was airing on TV the "Pokémon to Doko Iku?" show received a lot of videos of Pokénds singing the song, so I'd be delighted to see lots of Pokénds sing this new one too. I'm looking forward to it already!

The anime has finally started a new chapter too! Liko's pendant, the mystery of the Black Rayquaza, the Six Hero Pokémon... there are so many intriguing mysteries in this show that I can't help but go "Nice, it's Pokémon anime day today!" every Friday!

More than anything, seeing Liko and Roy, two characters that had so much to learn at first, gradually grow and mature thanks to their Pokémon really tugs at my heart and encourages me! "Kore kara donna Pokémon ni aeru no ka na, boken ga tanoshimi"!!


A comment from Minori Suzuki, the voice of Liko:
It's been half a year since the new series started, and I feel like I'm in the middle of a rich adventure both as Liko and as myself. Liko used to keep her thoughts and emotions to herself, but her encounter with Nyahoja led to her gradually starting to become able to express them with words.

In this second chapter, she sets off on a new adventure alongside Roy, Hogator and all the Rising Volt Tacklers in order to grant Terapagos' wishes. I want you to continue to follow the show and see what new Pokémon they'll encounter; I believe we'll be able to showcase even more of the fascinating world of Pocket Monsters, so I hope you'll look forward to it.


A comment from Yuka Terasaki, the voice of Roy:
I think the reason Roy set off on his adventure was specifically because of his fateful encounter with Hogator, an encounter that felt like getting struck by lightning. Please look forward to the battles in Chapter 2 as well, where you'll get to see how this duo that act more like siblings than like Trainer and Partner Pokémon will grow from here!

There are still lots of aspects of the show that are shrouded in mystery, like the legend of the Ancient Adventurer Lucius, as well as the whereabouts of the Black Rayquaza, one of the Six Hero Pokémon. There are tons of amazing twists and turns waiting for you, so I hope you'll watch the show and feel like you're on an adventure with Liko and Roy yourself.

アニポケのエンディングテーマ”RVR”がリニューアル！

テレビ東京系で毎週金曜よる6時55分から放送中のテレビアニメ「ポケットモンスター」は、エンディングテーマの『RVR～ライジングボルテッカーズラップ～』が、第2章突入とともにリニューアルすることを発表しました！
『RVR～ライジングボルテッカーズラップ～』は、アニメの主人公リコとロイが所属するチーム、ライジングボルテッカーズのメンバーたちが、ラップでポケモンを学んでいく楽曲です。
第1章「リコとロイの旅立ち」編でもお馴染みのRVRが、本日放送した第26話「テラパゴスの冒険」より、メロディーはそのままに、歌詞やパート分けが新しくなりました！
新RVRでは歌うキャラクターによって歌詞が異なり、ライジングボルテッカーズのメンバーが、それぞれのパートナーポケモンに関連した個性あふれるラップを週替わりで披露します！エンディングテーマも毎週目が離せません！

作詞は前回に引き続き、若者から絶大な支持を得るラッパー・Fuma no KTRさんと、謎解きクリエイター集団RIDDLERの松丸亮吾さん、藤本海右さん、ポケモンラップやってみ隊が担当します。

新エンディングテーマの作詞を担当する「ポケモンとどこいく！？」ポケリーダーの松丸亮吾さんからコメントが到着しました！
第1弾の作詞の時は、聴いてくれた人たちが子どもから大人まで口ずさみたくなるような、長く愛してもらえる曲にしたいという思いで作っていたので、今回新たなバージョンを作ることができて本当に嬉しいです！
新たな歌詞も、思わずラップに挑戦したくなるような楽しい歌詞になっています。第1弾の時も「ポケモンとどこいく！？」の番組に、たくさんのポケだちから歌っている映像が届いていたので、またたくさんのポケだちが歌ってくれたら幸せです。今から楽しみです！

そしてアニメもついに新章に突入しました！ リコのペンダント、黒いレックウザの謎、六英雄のポケモン…
気になる謎が多すぎて、毎週金曜になると「あ、今日はアニポケの日だ！」と楽しみで仕方ないです！

そして何より、最初は未熟なところも多かったリコとロイが、ポケモンを通して次第に成長していく姿がグッと来て、勇気をもらっています。「これからどんなポケモンに会えるのかな、冒険が楽しみ」です！！

さらに、雄大な空を征くライジングボルテッカーズと、黒いレックウザを描いた新たなビジュアルも初公開！

主人公のリコとロイをはじめとしたライジングボルテッカーズのメンバーが、飛行船・ブレイブアサギ号と共に描かれています。そして、後方には黒いレックウザに加え、あのキャラクターたちを想起させるポケモンのシルエットも...！
リコは輝きを放つテラパゴスを抱えており、新たな副題「テラパゴスのかがやき」を想起させる新ビジュアルとなっています。
テラパゴスとともに「はるか、遠くまで」新たな冒険へ旅立つ、リコとロイたちの物語にご期待ください！
リコ役の鈴木みのりさん、ロイ役の寺崎裕香さんから新章開幕に向けたコメントも到着！
ぜひこの機会にご紹介のご検討を頂けますよう、お願いいたします。

【リコ役・鈴木みのりさん】
新シリーズが始まって半年が経ちましたが、リコとしても、そして私自身としても濃い冒険をしている最中のような感覚です。自分の思いを心に秘めたままだったリコが、ニャオハとの出会いをきっかけに少しずつ自分の気持ちを言葉にできるようになりました。

そして第2章は、テラパゴスの願いを叶えるため、ロイとホゲータ、ライジングボルテッカーズのみんなと一緒に新たな冒険へと旅立ちます。これから出会うポケモンたちにも注目して頂きたいですし、「ポケットモンスター」の魅力あふれる世界をもっと皆さんにお届けできると思いますので、ぜひ楽しみにして頂けると嬉しいです。

【ロイ役・寺崎裕香さん】
まるで雷が落ちるような運命的な出会いをして、その相手がホゲータだったからこそロイは冒険に出たのだと思います。トレーナーとパートナーポケモンというよりは、まるで兄弟のような関係のふたりがこれからどのように成長していくのか、第2章はバトルも楽しみにしてください！

そして、六英雄ポケモンの1匹である黒いレックウザの行方や、いにしえの冒険者・ルシアスの伝説など、まだまだ謎に包まれていることがたくさんあります。この後もすごい展開が待っているので、リコやロイたちと一緒に冒険しているような気持ちで見て頂けたらと思います。

Source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000001072.000002610.html

Takara Tomy released the Pocket Monsters Good Mood Hogator Sings a Lot plushie in Japan on October 21st, 2023 for 4,950 yen (tax included). The plushie is based off of Roy's Hogator, which likes to sing to get in a good mood. High resolution pictures of the plushie have been added to an Imageboard thread.

YouTube Clip - Takara Tomy - Hogator Plushie

Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tyvrW5ZOFqg

Description:

Let's play by talking and petting!
① Let's have a lot of fun chatting with Hogator! Talk to Hogator and it will talk to you in various ways.
② Hogator is equipped with a voice recognition function! Hogator will respond to the words "Hogator" and "Hinoko".
③ Let's pet it a lot! If you stroke its belly for about 5 seconds, it will respond in a sweet and cuddly manner.

Details:

Product: Pocket Monsters Good Mood Hogator Sings a Lot (ポケットモンスター いっぱいうたって♪ごきげんホゲータ)
Price: 4,950 yen (tax included)
Release Date: October 21st, 2023
Batteries: AAA alkaline batteries x 3 (sold separately)
Package Size: W185 x H190 x D180mm

Sources: https://takaratomymall.jp/shop/g/g4904810916918/ and https://www.takaratomy.co.jp/products/pokemon/gokigen_hogator/