The Price Is Spiking: “Fukuoka’s Pikachu” Japanese Promo Card Price Guide and Market Trends

The Japanese Pokémon Card Game (Pokéca) scene is buzzing with the latest collectible: the “Fukuoka’s Pikachu” Promo card. We’re diving into its buyback price, current market value, and recent price fluctuations. This article will be updated as major changes occur.

Note: AI-generated translation.
Note: All dates and times mentioned are in Japan Standard Time (JST).

Current Market & Buyback Price for “Fukuoka’s Pikachu” Promo

Condition	General Market Price (Condition A)	General Market Price (PSA 10)	Buyback Price (Sealed)	Buyback Price (PSA 10)
Price	¥45,000 (JPY)	– JPY	¥40,000 (JPY)	– JPY

• General market price as of 4:00 PM JST, October 3, 2025.
• Buyback price is an example from a major Japanese retailer (Snkrdunk Akihabara Store) as of October 3, 2025. Always check the retailer’s official social media for the latest figures.

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“Fukuoka’s Pikachu” Price Fluctuation Tracker

Buyback Price History (Sealed & PSA 10)

Date	Sealed	PSA 10
2025.10.03	¥40,000 JPY	– JPY
2025.09.25	¥70,000 JPY	– JPY

Transaction Price History (Condition A & PSA 10)

Date	Condition A	PSA 10
2025.10.03	¥35,999 JPY	– JPY
2025.09.25	¥88,888 JPY	– JPY
2025.09.24	¥75,000 JPY	– JPY

Why Is “Fukuoka’s Pikachu” So Expensive? An Investment Analysis

The significant value of the “Fukuoka’s Pikachu” Promo card stems from a perfect storm of scarcity, exclusive distribution, and the universal popularity of the iconic mascot.

1. Limited-Edition Release for Store Renewals

This promo card was an exclusive inclusion in the Special Box “Fukuoka,” released to commemorate the grand reopening of the Pokémon Center in Fukuoka, Japan. Similar special boxes were released for the Pokémon Centers in Tohoku and Hiroshima, each containing a unique promo card: “Tohoku’s Pikachu” and “Hiroshima’s Pikachu.”

The only way to acquire these Special Boxes was through a lottery system on the Pokémon Center Online store, making them impossible to obtain for the general public and guaranteeing high rarity. This highly restricted distribution model is the primary driver of their high value. The scarcity has caused the market price for all three cards—Fukuoka, Hiroshima, and Tohoku—to soar.

2. The Universal Appeal of Pikachu

As the face of the Pokémon franchise, Pikachu cards are consistently among the most sought-after in the TCG world, with a track record of commanding exorbitant prices. For example, some of Pikachu’s most famous high-value promos include the Pikachu (XY-P 279), which has sold for over ¥1,500,000 JPY, and the Pikachu (BW-P 229), which has fetched over ¥400,000 JPY. The enduring and global appeal of the character ensures that any limited-edition Pikachu promo is a hot commodity for both collectors and investors.

3. Precedent Set by Similar Promos

The market for this type of regional, commemorative Pikachu card is well-established. The “Kanazawa’s Pikachu” Promo, released in a Special Box for the Pokémon Center Kanazawa opening, currently trades for over ¥40,000 JPY.

Given this history, the “Fukuoka’s Pikachu” Promo card is living up to its hype, with an initial market price surging as high as ¥70,000 JPY. This is a card that serious Japanese TCG collectors and international investors should keep a close eye on.

“Fukuoka’s Pikachu” Card Details

Card Type	Pokémon
Rarity	PROMO
How to Obtain	Included in the Special Box “Pokémon Center Fukuoka”
Release Date (Japan)	Scheduled to ship sequentially starting late September 2025
Illustrator	Nelnal
Product Number	289/SV-P

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