Shiny Pokémon Merch Celebrates 25 Years in Japan

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Pokémon Gold & Silver with a new line of limited-edition merchandise! Launching this month in Japan.

Pokémon Gold & Silver's 25th Anniversary Merch: A Nostalgic Collection

Available at Pokémon Centers in Japan (and Online!)

The Pokémon Company has announced a special merchandise collection commemorating the 25th anniversary of Pokémon Gold and Silver. This exciting range of items, from home goods to stylish apparel, will be available starting November 23, 2024, at Pokémon Center stores across Japan. For those outside Japan, pre-orders begin November 21, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. 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 2-piece plate sets (¥1,650), and a variety of stationery and hand towels.

Released in 1999 for the Game Boy Color, Pokémon Gold and Silver revolutionized the Pokémon world. Critically acclaimed for their innovative features, including a real-time clock affecting gameplay, and the introduction of 100 new Pokémon (Gen 2), these games left an indelible mark on gaming history. The games' popularity led to a Western release the following year and a 10th-anniversary remake, Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver, for the Nintendo DS in 2009. Iconic Gen 2 Pokémon like Pichu, Cleffa, Hoothoot, Chikorita, Umbreon, Ho-Oh, and Lugia remain fan favorites to this day.