On April 11, 2025, the Pokémon Center Hiroshima celebrated its grand relocation and reopening on the second floor of ekie (a popular shopping mall at the Hiroshima Station North Exit).

Stepping into the new store, fans are greeted by a breathtaking sight: the iconic Shiny Red Gyarados—the store’s legendary mascot—rising from a digital lake. Beside this fierce guardian, a playful Pikachu rides on the back of a leaping Magikarp, a nod to the region’s famous imagery.

To commemorate this milestone, the “Special BOX Pokémon Center Hiroshima” was released, and lottery winners are finally receiving their highly anticipated sets. The secondary market is already feeling the heat.

What’s Inside the Box?

This limited-edition collector’s set is a “love letter” to Hiroshima fans, featuring:

• Exclusive Promo Card: “Hiroshima’s Pikachu” (featuring the regional logo).
• Premium Accessories: Deck shields (sleeves) and a deck case featuring the same vibrant store-opening artwork.

Because of its status as a regional exclusive, the unopened (sealed) box is currently commanding a premium, with market prices surging past 25,000 JPY.

Regional “Renewal” Battle: Hiroshima vs. Tohoku vs. Fukuoka

Hiroshima isn’t the only city feeling the Pokémon fever. Similar “Special BOX” sets were released for the reopening of Pokémon Center Tohoku (Sendai) and Pokémon Center Fukuoka.

Note:Market Selling Price is average price you’ll pay on platforms like Mercari or at specialty Japanese card shops.
Note:Buy Price is The cash offer from Japanese hobby shops for those looking to liquidate.

Special BOX Pokémon Center Hiroshima

• Market Selling Price: 28,000 JPY〜
• Buy Price: 20,000 JPY〜

• Market Selling Price: 25,000 JPY〜
• Buy Price: 22,000 JPY〜

Special BOX Pokémon Center Tohoku

• Market Selling Price: 22,000 JPY〜
• Buy Price: 15,000 JPY〜

• Market Selling Price: 15,000 JPY〜
• Buy Price: 15,000 JPY〜

Special BOX Pokémon Center Fukuoka

• Market Selling Price: 30,000 JPY〜
• Buy Price: 22,000 JPY〜

• Market Selling Price: 25,000 JPY〜
• Buy Price: 25,000 JPY〜

Item Information

Special Box Region	Release Context	Featured Promo	Key Vibe
Hiroshima	Reopening April 2025	Hiroshima’s Pikachu	Iconic Shiny Gyarados & Magikarp motifs
Tohoku	Reopening March 2025	Tohoku’s Pikachu	Inspired by the region’s vibrant summer festivals
Fukuoka	Reopening June 2025	Fukuoka’s Pikachu	Celebrates the local gourmet and “Yatai” street food culture

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