{"id":507935,"date":"2026-04-01T11:35:19","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T03:35:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/magazine\/?p=507935"},"modified":"2026-04-01T11:35:19","modified_gmt":"2026-04-01T03:35:19","slug":"the-ultimate-beginners-entry-guide-top-10-most-traded-japanese-cards-under-5000-jpy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/magazine\/2026\/04\/01\/the-ultimate-beginners-entry-guide-top-10-most-traded-japanese-cards-under-5000-jpy\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Beginner\u2019s Entry Guide: Top 10 Most Traded Japanese Cards Under 5,000 JPY"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Smart Collector\u2019s Guide: Top 10 Trending Pok\u00e9mon Cards Under 5,000 JPY<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Starting a Pok\u00e9mon TCG collection can feel overwhelming, especially with those headline-grabbing six-figure cards. But here\u2019s a pro tip: You don&#8217;t need a massive bank account to build a stunning, high-value collection. Some of the most iconic artwork and fan-favorite characters are hiding in the sub-5,000 JPY &#8220;sweet spot.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a complete <strong>newbie<\/strong> or just looking for <strong>entry-level grails<\/strong>, this list is for you. Based on the Q1 2026 transaction data from <strong>SNKRDUNK<\/strong>, we\u2019ve ranked the top 10 cards that offer the perfect blend of affordability and &#8220;cool factor.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:0px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#1. MEGA Gengar ex MA [M2a 230\/193]<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/trading-cards\/730952\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"730\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30095138\/20251128023141-7-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-507936\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30095138\/20251128023141-7-1.webp 1000w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30095138\/20251128023141-7-1-300x219.webp 300w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30095138\/20251128023141-7-1-768x561.webp 768w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30095138\/20251128023141-7-1-282x206.webp 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Market Price:<\/strong> 4,000 JPY~<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transaction Price:<\/strong> 3,276 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set:<\/strong> High Class Pack &#8220;MEGA Dream ex&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Gengar has always been a top-tier fan favorite, rivaling Pikachu and Charizard in popularity. This &#8220;MA&#8221; rarity version captures that perfect mix of &#8220;spooky yet adorable&#8221; that fans love. The artwork cleverly integrates the letters of its attack, <strong>&#8220;Void Gale,&#8221;<\/strong> directly into the dynamic design. It\u2019s a must-have for anyone looking to add a high-rarity Ghost-type staple to their collection at a reasonable price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#2. Psyduck AR [M2a 199\/193]<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/trading-cards\/729387\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"730\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30101208\/20251128022333-5-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-507937\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30101208\/20251128022333-5-1.webp 1000w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30101208\/20251128022333-5-1-300x219.webp 300w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30101208\/20251128022333-5-1-768x561.webp 768w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30101208\/20251128022333-5-1-282x206.webp 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Market Price:<\/strong> 2,000 JPY~<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transaction Price:<\/strong> 1,679 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set:<\/strong> High Class Pack &#8220;MEGA Dream ex&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Everyone\u2019s favorite confused duck is a meme icon and a nostalgic powerhouse thanks to its long-running role as Misty\u2019s partner in the anime. This &#8220;Art Rare&#8221; (AR) version provides a full-bleed illustration of Psyduck\u2019s signature &#8220;headache&#8221; pose. Since its previous print was limited to Gym Promos, this re-release in <em>MEGA Dream ex<\/em> has made it much more accessible for both casual collectors and players who want to &#8220;bling out&#8221; their decks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#3. MEGA Dragonite ex MA [M2a 232\/193]<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"730\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30101300\/20251128023141-9-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-507938\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30101300\/20251128023141-9-1.webp 1000w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30101300\/20251128023141-9-1-300x219.webp 300w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30101300\/20251128023141-9-1-768x561.webp 768w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30101300\/20251128023141-9-1-282x206.webp 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Market Price:<\/strong> 2,300 JPY~<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transaction Price:<\/strong> 1,693 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set:<\/strong> High Class Pack &#8220;MEGA Dream ex&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Dragonite has been the gold standard for &#8220;powerful yet friendly&#8221; since the Gen 1 era. This card features Mega Dragonite with a cheerful expression in a pop-art style exclusive to the &#8220;MA&#8221; rarity. Don&#8217;t let the looks fool you, though\u2014its <strong>&#8220;Dragon Glide&#8221;<\/strong> attack deals a massive 330 damage, capable of one-shotting meta-relevant Pok\u00e9mon like Dragapult ex. It\u2019s the perfect blend of &#8220;kawaii&#8221; aesthetics and competitive viability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#4. Rosa&#8217;s Encouragement SR [M3 107\/080]<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/trading-cards\/753270\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"730\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30101927\/20260122103205-0.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-507939\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30101927\/20260122103205-0.webp 1000w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30101927\/20260122103205-0-300x219.webp 300w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30101927\/20260122103205-0-768x561.webp 768w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30101927\/20260122103205-0-282x206.webp 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Market Price:<\/strong> 2,700 JPY~<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transaction Price:<\/strong> 3,492 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set:<\/strong> Expansion Pack &#8220;Munikis \/ Nihil Zero&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Rosa (known as <em>Mei<\/em> in Japan) remains one of the most beloved female protagonists in the franchise. This is her first major SR (Super Rare) appearance in nearly seven years, since the legendary <em>Dream League<\/em> era. The art is handled by <strong>Atsushi Furusawa<\/strong>, the visionary behind iconic cards like <em>Lillie\u2019s Determination<\/em>. It offers that high-end &#8220;waifu card&#8221; aesthetic at a fraction of the price of older Rosa prints.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#5. Canari SR [M2a 219\/193]<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/trading-cards\/731020\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"730\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30102521\/20251128022004-5-2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-507940\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30102521\/20251128022004-5-2.webp 1000w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30102521\/20251128022004-5-2-300x219.webp 300w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30102521\/20251128022004-5-2-768x561.webp 768w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30102521\/20251128022004-5-2-282x206.webp 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Market Price:<\/strong> 2,400 JPY~<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transaction Price:<\/strong> 2,873 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set:<\/strong> High Class Pack &#8220;MEGA Dream ex&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A breakout character from <em>Pok\u00e9mon LEGENDS Z-A<\/em>, Kanari is an Eelektross user known for her distinct style and her &#8220;DG4&#8221; fan club pose. Her card effect is also a powerhouse for Lightning-type decks, allowing you to search for up to 4 Lightning Pok\u00e9mon. Now that the initial release hype has cooled, her price has settled into a very &#8220;collector-friendly&#8221; zone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#6. Clefairy AR [M3 086\/080]<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/trading-cards\/752787\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"730\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30102830\/20260122103551-0-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-507941\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30102830\/20260122103551-0-1.webp 1000w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30102830\/20260122103551-0-1-300x219.webp 300w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30102830\/20260122103551-0-1-768x561.webp 768w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30102830\/20260122103551-0-1-282x206.webp 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Market Price:<\/strong> 1,000 JPY~<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transaction Price:<\/strong> 1,088 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set:<\/strong> Expansion Pack &#8220;Munikis \/ Nihil Zero&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This card is a vibe. Featuring Clefairy in a pose reflecting its <strong>&#8220;Follow Me&#8221;<\/strong> attack, the illustration actually connects with the <strong>Mega Clefable ex (SAR)<\/strong> from the same set. Collecting both creates a beautiful &#8220;night sky&#8221; mural. It\u2019s a low-cost entry point for anyone who appreciates storytelling through card art.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:49px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#7. Iris&#8217;s Fighting Spirit SAR [M2a 247\/193]<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/trading-cards\/730965\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"730\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30104251\/20251127044048-3.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-507942\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30104251\/20251127044048-3.webp 1000w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30104251\/20251127044048-3-300x219.webp 300w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30104251\/20251127044048-3-768x561.webp 768w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30104251\/20251127044048-3-282x206.webp 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Market Price:<\/strong> 3,300 JPY~<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transaction Price:<\/strong> 3,517 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set:<\/strong> High Class Pack &#8220;MEGA Dream ex&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Iris, the Unova Champion, is depicted here alongside her powerhouse team: Haxorus, Aggron, and Druddigon. This Special Art Rare (SAR) is praised for its composition and &#8220;epic&#8221; feel. Female &#8220;Full Art&#8221; trainers are notorious for price spikes, so grabbing this &#8220;crowd-pleasing&#8221; card while it\u2019s under 4,000 JPY is a smart move for the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#8. MEGA Charizard X ex SR [M2 094\/080]<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/trading-cards\/704385\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"730\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110349\/20250926021607-5.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-507943\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110349\/20250926021607-5.webp 1000w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110349\/20250926021607-5-300x219.webp 300w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110349\/20250926021607-5-768x561.webp 768w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110349\/20250926021607-5-282x206.webp 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Market Price:<\/strong> 5,800 JPY~<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transaction Price:<\/strong> 4,027 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set:<\/strong> Expansion Pack &#8220;Inferno X&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can&#8217;t have a Top 10 list without the king of collectibility. Mega Charizard X, with its iconic black and blue flames, is arguably the coolest Charizard form. While the &#8220;MUR&#8221; and &#8220;SAR&#8221; versions of this card are pricey, the SR (Super Rare) remains a &#8220;budget banger.&#8221; It\u2019s also highly playable in &#8220;Inferno X&#8221; decks, making it a favorite for players who want to flex on their opponents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#9. Pikachu P [M-P 020]<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.com\/en\/trading-cards\/671486\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"730\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110412\/pkmn-tcg-M-P-020-of-2.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-507944\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110412\/pkmn-tcg-M-P-020-of-2.webp 1000w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110412\/pkmn-tcg-M-P-020-of-2-300x219.webp 300w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110412\/pkmn-tcg-M-P-020-of-2-768x561.webp 768w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110412\/pkmn-tcg-M-P-020-of-2-282x206.webp 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Market Price:<\/strong> 3,200 JPY~<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transaction Price:<\/strong> 3,503 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set:<\/strong> Promo Card Pack &#8220;McDonald&#8217;s Happy Set 2025&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a high-profile collab featuring a hungry Pikachu eyeing a burger next to the iconic Golden Arches. Released as a limited 3-day promo in August 2025, it caused a frenzy in Japan, with many stores running out on first day. While early resale prices hit 8,000 JPY, the market has stabilized. Given the historical value of McDonald&#8217;s Pikachu promos, this is a prime &#8220;long-term hold&#8221; piece.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>#10. N&#8217;s Zekrom AR [M2a 210\/193]<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"730\" src=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110609\/20251128022334-16.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-507945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110609\/20251128022334-16.webp 1000w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110609\/20251128022334-16-300x219.webp 300w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110609\/20251128022334-16-768x561.webp 768w, https:\/\/snkrdunk.s3.ap-northeast-1.amazonaws.com\/en\/magazine\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/30110609\/20251128022334-16-282x206.webp 282w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Market Price:<\/strong> 1,200 JPY~<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Transaction Price:<\/strong> 1,085 JPY<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Set:<\/strong> <em>High Class Pack &#8220;MEGA Dream ex&#8221;<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>N is one of the most complex and beloved characters in Pok\u00e9mon history. 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