Here I am, right on time!
Today’s announcements were sparse for merch, but hope is not lost as Pokemon threw us a small bone.
Varsity Pikachu goods! The theme is based on a sort of Japanese “vintage” view of American universities, and the merchandise has a semi scholary feel to it, with a bunch of notebooks, folders, pens, and of course, the Pikachu varsity jacket. Not only can you buy a little Pikachu plush wearing one, but you can buy a human sized version of the jacket and match!
The Varsity Pikachu promotion comes out December 10th at all Pokemon Centers and Stores around Japan.
For fun, here is a small announcement from last week. These necklaces are a collaboration between Pokemon and 5108. The 5108 name is pronounced “kotoba“, meaning “word” or “phrase” in Japanese. This is not a coincidence as the company specializes in necklaces with charms that are words or phrases, in English, Japanese, and French (among other languages). These necklaces of course will have a Pokemon flair to them. (Check out the 5108 official website for more examples of their work!)
The Pokemon collaboration necklaces will go on sale starting December 3rd at all Pokemon Stores and Centers in Japan. Each necklace costs 4,104 yen.
There are 22 necklaces as part of this set, so instead of listing all of them, here are a couple of my personal favorites.
Ditto!
Share this necklace with a person you like a lot.
Eevee~
And my number one; give this as a gift to someone you know who sleeps all the time (like me).
(Continue reading for more information on the Varsity Pikachu promotions)
Varsity Pikachu Full Line-Up
Varsity Jacket Pikachu Plush (Male/Female)
1,620 yen
Varsity Jacket (Red/Blue)
9,612 yen
Varsity Pikachu Hoodie
6,048 yen
Mechanical Pencil (Yellow/Red)
454 yen
Ball Point Pen (Yellow/Red)
540 yen
Card Case
1,728 yen
Pen Pouch
1,512 yen
Pouch
1,728 yen
Flat Binder (Yellow/Beige)
648 yen
Sticker Sheet
324 yen
Pennant Style Labels
540 yen
Badge Set
864 yen
Square Memo Pad
432 yen
B6 Ringed Notebook
648 yen
Tote Bag
3,780 yen
Long Towel
1,080 yen
Mug
1,296 yen
Hi,
Where can the jackets be purchased? I am in the US and this would be a great Christmas gift.
Hello!
I recommend my friend’s store (Japan Stuffs)
She goes to the Pokemon Center and picks up the items you order herself.
Hey I REALLY want the red varsity jacket (Kanto 25 on the back) in a L but it’s sold out,is there so where I can buy it from???
Hello! This jacket is no longer available in stores, however, I would be willing to sell you my personal jacket (it’s the one you want: red version large size). I wore it a couple of times but otherwise it is in good shape. Please send me an email to mikitzune at gmail dot com if you’re interested and with any questions 🙂