"Pokémon Gold & Silver 25th Anniversary Merch Hits Japanese PokeCenters"

Pokémon Gold & Silver 25th Anniversary Merch Arrives at PokeCenters in Japan

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Pokémon Gold & Silver with a dazzling array of limited edition merchandise, set to launch later this month. From stylish bags to cozy hand towels, this collection offers something for every Pokémon fan.

Pokémon Gold & Silver 25th Anniversary Merch Releases November 23, 2024

Available at Pokemon Centers in Japan

The Pokémon Company has officially announced the release of a special merchandise line to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Pokémon Gold and Silver. This exciting collection, featuring an assortment of home and fashion items, will be available starting November 23, 2024, exclusively at Pokémon Center stores throughout Japan. While there's no word yet on availability at other retailers, fans can secure their items early through pre-orders on Pokémon Center Online and Amazon Japan, starting November 21, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. JST.

Prices range from as low as 495 Yen (approximately 4 USD) to as high as 22,000 Yen (approximately 143 USD). The highlight of the collection, the Sukajan souvenir jackets, priced at 22,000 yen, showcase two stunning designs featuring Ho-Oh and Lugia. Other items in the collection include Day Bags at 12,100 yen, 2 Piece Set Plates at 1,650 yen, along with various stationery items, hand towels, and more!

Pokémon Gold and Silver, developed by Game Freak and released in 1999 for the Game Boy Color, were met with critical acclaim for their groundbreaking features. These games, which made their way to Western markets the following year and to Europe in 2001, introduced an innovative in-game time system. This system tracks the current time and day of the week, influencing the appearance of certain Pokémon and triggering specific game events. Additionally, Gold and Silver expanded the Pokémon universe with the introduction of 100 new species, known as Gen 2 Pokémon, including favorites like Pichu, Cleffa, Hoothoot, Chikorita, Umbreon, Ho-Oh, Lugia, and many others. The legacy of these games continued with the release of Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver for the Nintendo DS in 2009, marking their 10th anniversary.