Banpresto Pokémon releases for June 2025

New Pokémon prizes from Banpresto will soon be appearing in Japanese arcades! Here’s what fans can expect to see throughout the month of June. Please note that Banpresto sometimes re-releases items, so there may be pieces of merchandise that have been previously released. Want to buy any of the goods below? Luckily, you don’t have … Read more

Banpresto Pokémon releases for May 2025

A new month means new Pokémon items will start appearing in arcades in Japan! Here’s a look at what’s coming from Banpresto this month, including an adorable winking Squirtle, some green-colored friends and new Poké Peace items. Please note that Banpresto sometimes re-releases items, so there may be pieces of merchandise that have been previously … Read more

More March and April Pokémon merch from Takara Tomy

We covered some of the Pokémon merchandise coming to Japan in March from Takara Tomy, but they’ve revealed some new Poké Peace items that will also be dropping next month! Plus one fluffy plushie that will be landing in April, check them out below! For fans wanting to order from overseas, we recommend our website … Read more

Upcoming Takara Tomy Pokémon merchandise for July 2024

May is coming to an end and Takara Tomy is looking forward to summer with its line-up of new Pokémon merchandise coming to Japan in July! Check out what’s coming, including new plushies, Mon Colle figures and a playset, as well as new Poké Peace items! If you’re interested in ordering Pokémon goods from Japan, … Read more

The Galar Starters: What We Know So Far

29 days until Pokémon Sword & Shield release! Our Pokémon Sword & Shield journey into Galar starts on November 15th, but how will it start? Likely, you’ll meet a local professor in a new-to-you region. After what feels like endless dialogue with a parent–historically your mother–you’ll arrive at the starting line for all Pokémon trainers: … Read more