A new official Pokémon Centre DX and a new Pokémon Café will open in Osaka on September 20, 2019 in Daimaru Shinsaibashi’s Main Building.
This will be the second Pokémon Centre to open in Osaka. The Pokémon café will adjoined to the shop and will be the first ever branch of the Pokémon café to have ever opened in West Japan. This is also the second permanent Pokémon café to open in Japan besides the Pokémon café in Nihombashi.
The new Pokémon Centre DX and Pokémon Café will be situated in a bustling tourist hotspot. On your visit, you can also take a gander around the Shinsaibashi shopping district or the American Village (America-mura) which is full of entertainment. This area is thriving with department stores, special shops, big brands and so much more. Tourists from other parts of Japan and all over the world are constantly flocking to this giant marketplace.
As the worldwide exhibition event Expo 2025 will be held in Konohana Ward, Osaka, there is no doubt that Osaka is becoming more and more of a Tourist hotspot!
Osaka is a wonderful tourist destination. If you decide to visit, don’t forget to include the Pokémon Centre DX and Pokémon Café on your itinerary!♪
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Pokémon Centre Osaka DX & Pokémon Café
Address: Daimaru Shinsaibashi Main Building, 9
1-7-1, Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo Ward, Osaka,
Grand Opening: September 20, 2019 (subject to change)
Closed: Dependent on the closing times of Daimaru Shinsaibashi Main Building.
Official Website: https://www.pokemon.co.jp/gp/pokecen/osaka/
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The Pokémon cafe is celebrating the release of the new movie Pokémon: Detective Pikachu with the release of a limited menu only available from Saturday 27th April to Sunday 30th June! The movie is based on the Nintendo 3DS game Detective Pikachu, which is focussed around Pikachu, who is loved across the world and across generations of people. The film is the first ever live action Hollywood Pikachu film! Pikachu is voiced by Ryan Reynolds, who starred in the American hit film Deadpool. Justice Smith, who starred in Jurassic World: Fallen Kingdom plays the role of Pikachu’s partner Tim, and the role of Detective Yoshida is played by Ken Watanabe.
Detective Pikachu & Psyduck collaboration ¥2,570 (price after tax)
Psyduck from the movie stands by Pikachu!Detective Pikachu Thunderbolt!? Float drink ¥1,274 (price after tax)
There's popping candy inside! What a shocking surprise!Detective Pikachu: Choose your Pokémon latte! ¥756 each (price after tax)
The Pokémon from the movie make a comeback in latte form and their designs look so accurate!For every drink you order, you will receive an original Pokémon cafe clear coaster! The limited edition designs are only available from Saturday 27th April ー Friday 31st May. You can either pick a limited edition design or be given one in a lottery draw! Celebrate the release of the film during this special time at the Pokémon cafe! ©1995-2019 Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc.c. Pocket Monsters, Pokémon, Pokémon is a product of Nintendo, Creatures and Game Freak.© 2019 Legendary and Warner Bros. Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved.© 2019 Pokémon. Information
Pokémon cafe
Address: Nihombashi Takashimaya S.C. East Building (5th floor) 2-11-2 Nihombashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan
Opening hours: 10:30 ー 22:00
Closed according to Nihombashi Takashimaya S.C. East Building hours.Official website (where you can make reservations): https://www.pokemoncenter-online.com/cafe/
Pokémon: Detective Pikachu movie official website: https://meitantei-pikachu.jp/
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Nihombashi’s Pokémon Cafe will be celebrating its one-year anniversary from Thursday 14th March to Friday 26th April with the release of a special limited edition menu! From the moment the Pokémon Cafe first opened, it was bustling with Japanese people and foreigners from all around the world. 14th March 2019 will mark a year since the cafe first opened. The special menu includes the “Eraberu Pokemon Latte”, where you can choose from 151 varieties of limited edition designs for your latte art! There is also a campaign that fans just cannot miss out on!
Sakura Afro Pikachu Marshmallow Cake ¥1,706 (price including tax)
A fluffy cake with a generous serving of marshmallows which goes perfectly with the strawberries!Bulbasaur Vegetable Burger ¥1,490 (price including tax)
This is a rather hearty serving and is full of vegetables and nutrition!Choose your own Pokémon Latte! Sakura Afro Pikachu ¥756 (price including tax)
Limited edition latte art! Enjoy cherry blossom-viewing with this cute Pikachu latte.♡ If you order a drink, you will receive a Pokémon Cafe original clear drink coaster with a special design! There are six designs but it seems that one is a secret rare design that you could be lucky enough to get!Between Wednesday 14th March and Friday 26th April 2019, there will be a campaign to celebrate the cafe's one-year anniversary. This will be held at both the Pokémon Cafe and Pokémon Center Tokyo DX. During the campaign, you can buy "Sakura Afro Pikachu Candyfloss" or the "Sakura Afro Pikachu Smoothie" to take out. You can purchase these even if you haven't booked a table at the Pokémon Cafe. Join in the one-year commemoration and enjoy the new limited edition menu ♪ Information
Pokémon Cafe address：Nihombashi Takashimaya East Building SC (5th floor), 2-11-2 Nihombashi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
Opening hours：10:30 ー 22:00
Closed when Nihombashi Takashimaya East Building is closed.Reservations：https://www.pokemoncenter-online.com/cafe/
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Disney's new live-action Aladdin film is set to be released in Japan on June 7. To celebrate, two branches of OH MY CAFE in Tokyo and Osaka are set to collaborate with the movie from June 14 and 15 respectively.
"LOVE" is the concept of this collaboration, with everything from the cafe decor to the menu line-up steeped in the essence of romance. Customers who book a table in advance will randomly receive one of the two above-pictured original Aladdin lunch mats. Aladdin's Magic Lamp Curry: ¥1,790 (Before Tax)
Receive a magical lamp of your own with this black curry which is accompanied with a fluffy meringue salad topped with your own Genie.Magic Carpet's Special Wrap Salad: ¥1,790 (Before Tax)
One of many Instagrammable choices on the menu, this plate comes with fried bread made in the image of Carpet and an assortment of ingredients to wrap in the bread.Jafar's Evil Chicken Cream Plate: ¥1,790 (Before Tax)
This chicken cream plate is inspired by Jafar and is served with a generous portion of delicate saffron rice.Aladdin & Jasmine's Fruit Drink (Yoghurt Flavour): With Bottle - ¥1,750 (Before Tax) / Without Bottle - ¥750 (Before Tax)
Enjoy this refreshing yoghurt drink poured on top of an assortment of delicious fresh fruits.A Whole New World Grape Flavoured Starry Sky Drink: ¥1,290 (Before Tax)
Experience a whole new world in the starry night sky with this cloud-inspired shaved ice drink. The cafes will also sell a range of exclusive merchandise.Acrylic Key Ring (Aladdin & Jasmine): ¥1,200 (Before Tax) Acrylic Key Ring (Genie): ¥950(Before Tax)
Charm Set (3 Charms): ¥1,200 (Before Tax)
Enter the world of Disney's Aladdin in Tokyo and Osaka this summer. ©DisneyInformation
Aladdin OH MY CAFE
OH MY CAFE TOKYO
Address: Tokyu Plaza Omotesando, 4-30-3 Jingumae, Shibuya, Tokyo
Running: June 14, 2019 – July 15, 2019
kawara CAFE&DINING Shinsaibashi
Address: Shinsaibashi Opa Floor 9F, Nishi-Shinsaibashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture
Running: June 15, 2019 – July 15, 2019
Aladdin OH MY CAFE Official Website: https://magic.ohmycafe.jp
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Universal Studios Japan is in the midst of its large-scale programme Universal Cool Japan that started on Friday 18th January 2019. For this programme, six of Japan’s global influential works have been turned into eight attractions! From Friday 31st May to Sunday 25th August, three more attractions will open for the summer time!
The Attack on Titan The Real attraction is based on the 3D live-action version of the anime Attack on Titan. This attraction is making a return to the park! Watch the serious faces of Erin and Levi as they prepare for attack throughout the night. Eren and Levi's clonoids in the exhibition look so realistic you would think they are real! As season 3 part 2 is airing this month, fans will be even more hyped up! A movie featuring both Godzilla and Evangelion is an ultimate dream that has finally been made into reality. Universal Studios will open a 3D special effects movie theatre attraction called Godzilla vs Evangelion The Real 4-D which features a battle between the two giants in the 3rd Shin-Osaka City. This original park movie features a clash of the strongest of the strong and will leave you trembling with excitement for more! The third new attraction is called Sailor Moon the Miracle 4-D Moon Palace and features the 10 Sailor Guardians and Super Sailor Moon! Watch the Sailor Guardians transform right before your very eyes! This whimsical and miraculous experience will leave your heart thudding in your chest. The girls the world has been longing for have finally come to life! You’re bound to get emotional! All we can do is wait in excitement for Universal Studios Japan to open their overwhelmingly thrilling attractions! TM & © Universal Studios. All rights reserved.© SCRAP All rights reserved. Information
Universal Studios Japan official website: https://www.usj.co.jp/
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From Saturday 8th June to Sunday 15th September 2019, Hirakata Park, Osaka will be hosting The Cardcaptor Sakura Exhibition: Magical Art Museum. Popular manga Cardcaptor Sakura has captured the hearts of people of all ages all over the world! Now you can enter the world of Cardcaptor Sakura! At this magical exhibition, many original works from the manga have been reproduced. The exhibition is also a place where you can experience the magic of the cards that appear in the series. Looking for spoilers? This is what the Roppongi Hills exhibition was like: Entering the Magical Art Museum of Cardcaptor Sakura in Roppongi Hills
Illustrations drawn specifically for the exhibition by the series' authors and illustrators CLAMP are featured in the original artwork zone of the exhibition. Make sure to look out for a photospot! This is your chance to get a picture with your favourite character! Still wanting more? Dive into a world of fun! There's a Kero-themed ball pit decorated with Kero's special stickers! There will also be a giant, fluffy Kero on display along with giant takoyaki* props to complete the attraction Osaka-style! Not only can you enjoy a giant hug from Kero, but you can take a fun picture to commemorate your trip! How about taking a picture holding the giant takoyaki for a very Osaka-like photo! There is also a magic circle photo spot that you just can't miss! *Takoyaki is a ball of wheat flour-based batter that is typically filled with diced octopus, cooked in a moulded pan, and then topped with various sauces and toppings. Osaka is famous for its takoyaki. This Osaka exhibition is bound to be loads of fun! Please come visit! Information
Cardcaptor Sakura Exhibition: Magical Art Museum
Location: Hirakata Park Event Hall 1 (1-1 Hirakatakōenchō, Hirakata, Osaka)
Running: June 8, 2019 – September 15, 2019
1st Run: June 8, 2019 – July 31, 2019 / 2nd Run: August 1, 2019 – September 15, 2019
Opening hours: 10：00 ー 18：00 (Last entries: 17:00)
Closed:
June: 12 (Weds), 19 (Weds), 26 (Weds),
July: 1(Mon) ー 5 (Fri) , 10 (Weds), 17 (Weds)
September: 2 (Mon) ー 6 (Fri) , 11 (Weds)
*Some artwork and content of the exhibition will differ for both runs.
※ The animations, notes and manuscripts at the exhibition are not originals.
※Please refer to the website below for more information on prices.
Website: http://ccsakura-official.com/ccsakuraten/#outline
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HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE, a Collaboration Between Hot Topic & Studio Ghibli, Gets Pop-Up Store at Shinsaibashi PARCO
Last year, the HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE collaboration appeared at AF Gallery in Harajuku from August 10 until August 28, garnering massive acclaim from fans. The collection is now being sold at Shinsaibashi PARCO until March 12, 2023.
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE is a Studio Ghibli-inspired apparel collection by the popular American counterculture chain Hot Topic. Bringing more Japanese culture to the ongoing Studio Ghibli collaboration launched in 2014, Hot Topic stores began selling original items produced by nine Japanese creators and brands, as well as some original American items produced by Hot Topic’s executive designers.
The lineup of Japan-original items includes T-shirts, tote bags, and other items featuring exclusive artwork by up-and-coming creators. These items depict beloved characters from Studio Ghibli’s works, as well as logos created for the collaboration. Fans won’t want to miss grabbing these unique items!
Details on the Previous HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE Pop-Up Store: https://www.moshimoshi-nippon.jp/ja/625747
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HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE
Running: February 23 – March 12, 2023
Hours: 10:00-20:00
Venue: Shinsaibashi PARCO B1F Pop-Up Space (1-8-3 Shinsaibashisuji, Chuo-ku, Osaka)
Official Site: https://ghibli-harajukucollective-ec.com
Online Store (Open until March 31, 2023): https://ec.ghibli-harajukucollective-ec.com
HARAJUKU COLLECTIVE Official SNS:
Instagram: @harajuku_collective
(https://www.instagram.com/harajuku_collective）
Twitter: @harajuku_collect (https://twitter.com/harajukucollect)
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To commemorate the 20th anniversary of Rilakkuma and his adorable friends, the Rilakkuma 20th Anniversary Cafe will open in Omotesando, Tokyo from March 9 until April 16, 2023. You’ll want to come and spend a peaceful time looking back at two decades of everyone’s favorite lazy bear! The menu features colorful and festive dishes inspired by Rilakkuma, Korilakkuma, Kiiroitori, and Chairoikoguma. The characters express their thanks for 20 successful years, and fans can enjoy floats topped with Rilakkuma and friends wearing ribbons and topped with ice cream, a jelly soda inspired by Chairoikoguma and his friends in the honey forest, and a hot drink inspired by Rilakkuma's favorite pudding.
Menu
Rilakkuma’s Honey Mustard Hamburger
コリラックマのクリームパスタ
Korilakkuma’s Cream Pasta
Kiiroitori’s Egg Burger
Chairoikoguma’s Cheese Curry
Rilakkuma and Friend’s Celebratory Cake
Congratulatory Flower Parfait
You Can Choose♪ Rilakkuma and Friends Mini Ice Cream
You Can Choose♪ Rilakkuma and Friends Floats
Honey Forest Jelly Soda
Relaxing Pudding Drink
Take-Out Drink Bottle
Original Merch
Acrylic Clip (7 varieties, random)
Acrylic Keychain (5 varieties, random)
Mini-Bottle / Muddler with Charm (4 varieties)
Lunch Tote / Drawstring Bag
Acrylic Stand with Clip / Cork Coaster
Stuffed Animal
In addition, the cafe will offer original goods, special offers, and a Twitter campaign to celebrate Rilakkuma's 20th anniversary.
Come enjoy the elaborate original menu and goods while sharing memories at this limited time themed cafe!
©2023 San-X Co., Ltd. All Rights Reserved.Information
RILAKKUMA 20th Anniversary Cafe
Venue: BOX cafe&space Omotesando
Running: March 9 – April 16, 2023
Address: Pine Under Flat B1F (5-13-2 Jingumae, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo)
Reservation Fee: ¥715 (Tax included) *Reservations include bonuses.
*Reservations can be made for up to four guests per application.Online Shop: https://rilakkuma20th-cafe.jp/online_store/
Sales Open: March 9, 15:00 – April 16, 23:59
(Items will ship starting in early May 2023.)
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Pokemon GO Launches Second Hills Campaign in Japan, New CM Set in Fukiya, Okayama and Starring Mitsuki Takahata Airing Nationwide
A new commercial for Pokemon GO’s second ‘Let’s GO to the Hills’ campaign is now airing nationwide, calling on all players of the smartphone game to work up a sweat while exploring new scenery around Japan. Set in the Fukiya district of Takahashi, Okayama, the ad stars the popular actress Mitsuki Takahata. The ‘Let’s GO to the Hills’ campaign focuses on hills and slopes, and players might find some fun new Pokemon on their travels. The new commercial began airing nationwide on January 20, and its setting–the Fukiya district of Takahashi, Okayama–has flourished since the Edo period as a leading copper and red ocher producer. Red ocher is a byproduct of copper production and is used in many traditional Japanese crafts, even called Japan Red by some.Several popular Pokemon appear alongside Takahata in the ad, including Chimchar, Fletchling, Hisuian Voltorb, Nyabby, Darumaka, and Charizard. Be sure to listen out for Takahata’s Okayama accent!
From January 20 until July 19, a 4-meter-high real-world PokeStop will appear at the former Fukiya Elementary School in Fukiya Furusato Village. Yes, it will be linked to the game as well!
Curtains and tapestries featuring Pokemon silhouettes and dyed Japan Red will also appear in the village, and each will point the way to real PokeStops. While it might be a little off the beaten path, come enjoy Fukiya and see what kinds of Pokemon you can find!
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’Let’s GO to the Hills’ – Fukiya Furusato Village, Okayama Ver.
CM Broadcast Start Date: January 20, 2023
Broadcasting Area: Nationwide
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Atarashii Gakko! will hold solo concerts at Zepp venues in Tokyo and Osaka in April and May of 2023. These performances will be held almost a year after the girls held their solo concert at Zepp DiverCity in Tokyo last May. This year’s events will be held at Zepp Osaka Bayside on April 30 and Zepp Shinjuku in Tokyo on May 2. ATARASHII GAKKO! - HANAKO (Official Music Video)
ATARASHII GAKKO! - Pineapple Kryptonite (Official Music Video) Information
Atarashii Gakko! at Tokyo & Osaka Zepp
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April 30, 2023 – Zepp Osaka Bayside
May 2, 2023 – Zepp Shinjuku (Tokyo)
Fan’s Presale Tickets (Starting January 1)
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U-Treasure, a company offering proper jewelry inspired by pop culture, has announced a Pikachu engagement ring! The item was made available on December 13 and can hold large diamonds from 1-1.999 carats. Each ring features a male and female Pikachu, perfect for the Pokemon master in your life. Along with this, a silver version made from cubic zirconia featuring the same design is available to pre-order until January 31, 2023. [Pokemon] Pikachu Carat Solitaire Ring
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U-Treasure Pokemon Series
Solitaire Ring
Release Date: December 13, 2022
*Orders for silver rings are open until January 31, 2023
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