Pokémon Gold & Silver: 25th Anniversary Merch Hits Japan

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Pokémon Gold & Silver with a new line of limited-edition merchandise! From stylish bags to practical hand towels, a diverse range of commemorative items will be available starting November 23rd, 2024.

Pokémon Gold & Silver 25th Anniversary Merch – Available November 23rd, 2024

Exclusively at Pokémon Centers in Japan (for now!)

The Pokémon Company has announced a delightful collection of merchandise celebrating the legacy of Pokémon Gold and Silver. This exciting range includes home goods and fashionable apparel, launching at Pokémon Centers across Japan on November 23rd, 2024. While currently exclusive to Japanese retailers, keep an eye out for potential future international releases.

Pre-orders begin November 21st, 2024, at 10:00 AM JST via Pokémon Center Online and Amazon Japan.

Prices range from ¥495 (approx. $4 USD) to ¥22,000 (approx. $143 USD). Highlights include stunning Sukajan jackets (¥22,000) featuring Ho-Oh and Lugia designs, practical day bags (¥12,100), charming two-piece plate sets (¥1,650), and a variety of stationery and hand towels.

Originally released in 1999 for the Game Boy Color, Pokémon Gold and Silver captivated players worldwide with their innovative features. These groundbreaking titles introduced a real-time clock system influencing Pokémon appearances and events, and expanded the Pokémon universe with 100 new species (Gen 2), including fan favorites like Pichu, Cleffa, Hoothoot, Chikorita, Umbreon, Ho-Oh, and Lugia. The games' enduring popularity led to a 10th-anniversary remake, Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver, for the Nintendo DS in 2009.