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Today we're taking a closer look at the special BOX sets released to celebrate the renewal of three Pokémon Centers in Japan — and breaking down exactly what's inside each one.
To commemorate the renewal of Pokémon Center Tohoku, Pokémon Center Hiroshima, and Pokémon Center Fukuoka, Japan released three region-exclusive Special BOX sets. Each one features charming Pikachu illustrations themed around the local culture of its region, and each package design is instantly recognizable once you know what to look for.
What's Inside Each Pokemon Center Special BOX?
All three Special BOX sets share the same four core items:
- 1 shiny promo card featuring a region-exclusive "Pikachu" illustration
- A set of card sleeves matching the region's artwork
- A deck case with the same regional design
- A long card box (storage box) themed to the region
What makes each box unique is the artwork on the promo card, sleeves, deck case, and long card box — every region tells its own visual story. Below is a detailed look at what's in each one.
🎋 Tohoku Special BOX Contents
This set includes the shiny promo card "Tohoku's Pikachu," sleeves, a deck case, and a long card box — all featuring art inspired by the lively festivals of the Tohoku region.
The Tohoku package illustration is lively and exciting, filled with elements from local festivals — it almost feels like you can hear the festive music playing! Pikachu is depicted wearing traditional clothing, with Monster Ball-shaped lanterns and decorative festival floats (dashi), capturing the warmth and excitement of the celebration. It even seems to reference iconic events like the Sendai Tanabata Festival and the Aomori Nebuta Festival.
🍁 Hiroshima Special BOX Contents
This set includes the shiny promo card "Hiroshima's Pikachu," sleeves, a deck case, and a long card box with artwork depicting Pikachu enjoying the sights of Hiroshima city.
When it comes to Hiroshima, many people have visited the famous tourist destination Miyajima. Momiji manju, a maple leaf-shaped sweet, is also a classic souvenir from the area. The Hiroshima-style okonomiyaki that Munchlax is happily eyeing looks delicious too! At the Pokémon Center in Hiroshima, a giant red Gyarados and a Pikachu riding on a Magikarp's back welcome visitors — both details are echoed in this box's artwork.
🍴 Fukuoka Special BOX Contents
This set includes the shiny promo card "Fukuoka's Pikachu," sleeves, a deck case, and a long card box showcasing Pikachu at a gourmet festival.
Fukuoka's illustration portrays a lively and colorful gourmet festival. Fukuoka is known for its delicious food, with Hakata ramen being a local favorite. The rice paddle Pikachu is holding and the mask on its head are important elements of the Hakata Dontaku Festival, where people walk through the streets beating these paddles as part of the celebration. It's the kind of illustration that makes you feel hungry just looking at it!
Why These Boxes Stand Out
Each package is designed so you can immediately tell which region it represents, just by looking at it. The Pikachu in each box is vividly illustrated as if it's truly enjoying that local setting, bringing a warm, cheerful feeling every time you pick it up. It's an item that's perfect both for display and for everyday use — whether you're a Pokémon Center completionist or simply love regional Japanese art.
More Regional Pokemon Center Boxes to Check Out
If you enjoy collecting these region-limited releases, PokeNinJapan also carries the Pokemon Center Limited Kanazawa Special BOX, the matching Hiroshima Special BOX Supply Set, and the surprise-format Pokemon Center Limited Mystery BOX for collectors who like a bit of unpredictability.
Pre-Order the Pokemon Center Special BOX Sets
You can pre-order each region's box directly from our product pages:
- Pre-order Pokemon Center Limited Tohoku Special BOX
- Pre-order Pokemon Center Limited Hiroshima Special BOX
- Pre-order Pokemon Center Limited Fukuoka Special BOX
Pricing will be finalized as soon as we receive arrival information from Japan, so please check each product page directly for current details. If you'd like to be notified the moment pricing and stock are confirmed, sign up for Notify Me on the product page and we'll let you know.
For official set information and release updates straight from Japan, you can also refer to the official Pokemon card Japan site.
Frequently Asked Questions
What comes in the Pokemon Center Hiroshima Special BOX?
The Hiroshima Special BOX includes a shiny promo card called "Hiroshima's Pikachu," a set of sleeves, a deck case, and a long card box, all featuring artwork of Pikachu enjoying Hiroshima's local sights, including Miyajima, momiji manju, and okonomiyaki.
What's in the Pokemon Center Fukuoka Special BOX?
The Fukuoka Special BOX includes a shiny promo card called "Fukuoka's Pikachu," sleeves, a deck case, and a long card box. The artwork depicts Pikachu at a gourmet festival, featuring Hakata ramen and rice paddles inspired by the Hakata Dontaku Festival.
What's included in the Pokemon Center Tohoku Special BOX?
The Tohoku Special BOX includes a shiny promo card called "Tohoku's Pikachu," sleeves, a deck case, and a long card box, with festival-themed art referencing events like the Sendai Tanabata Festival and Aomori Nebuta Festival.
Are the Tohoku, Hiroshima, and Fukuoka boxes the same contents?
Each box shares the same four item types — a shiny promo Pikachu card, sleeves, a deck case, and a long card box — but the artwork and promo card are unique to each region, reflecting local culture, festivals, and food.
How much does each Special BOX cost?
Pricing is finalized once we receive arrival information from Japan. Please check the individual product pages and sign up for the Notify Me alert to be informed as soon as pricing and stock are confirmed.
Can I order these Special BOX sets outside Japan?
Yes. PokeNinJapan ships these Pokemon Center Limited Special BOX sets worldwide from Japan, so overseas collectors can pre-order them directly through our product pages.