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==History==
==History==
===Pokémon Center Tokyo===
===Pokémon Center Tokyo===
The original Pokémon Center Tokyo opened on April 25, 1998<ref name="Pokémon Company History"/> in the Kawasakiteitoku Building, [[wp:Nihonbashi|Nihonbashi]], Tokyo (where [[Creatures, Inc.|Creatures Inc.]] had their headquaters at the time<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20010401201907/http://www.creatures.co.jp/ ''ようこそクリーチャーズのホームページへ (Welcome to Creatures Inc. homepage)'' - Creatures Inc.] (Japanese) (archived from the original April 1, 2001; accessed January 5, 2020)</ref>) and was the first ever location. A special [[Pokémon-themed console editions#Game Boy Light|Pokémon Center Tokyo Game Boy Light]] was available as a celebration of the opening and the release of the [[M01|first Pokémon movie]].
The original Pokémon Center Tokyo opened on April 25, 1998<ref name="Pokémon Company History"/> in the Kawasakiteitoku Building, {{wp|Nihonbashi}}, Tokyo (where [[Creatures, Inc.|Creatures Inc.]] had their headquaters at the time<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20010401201907/http://www.creatures.co.jp/ ''Welcome to Creatures Inc. homepage'' - Creatures Inc.] (Japanese) (archived from the original April 1, 2001; accessed November 28, 2023)</ref>) and was the first ever location. A special [[Pokémon-themed console editions#Game Boy Light|Pokémon Center Tokyo Game Boy Light]] was available as a celebration of the opening and the release of the [[M01|first Pokémon movie]].


In January 2002, to celebrate the opening of Pokémon Center New York, special [[Pokémon Center Tokyo (P Promo 19)|ポケモンセンター トウキョー ''Pokémon Center Tokyo'']] promo cards where given to customers who made purchases at the store.
In January 2002, to celebrate the opening of Pokémon Center New York, special [[Pokémon Center Tokyo (P Promo 19)|ポケモンセンター トウキョー ''Pokémon Center Tokyo'']] promo cards where given to customers who made purchases at the store.


On July 16, 2007 the original Pokémon Center Tokyo closed and on July 20, 2007 reopened in [[wp:Hamamatsuchō|Hamamatsuchō]], Tokyo<ref name="second Tokyo opening">{{n|Pokémon Center Tokyo moving to new location|''Pokémon Center Tokyo moving to new location'' - Bulbanews}} (accessed January 5, 2020)</ref><ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20070811025348/http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/pokemon/p070601_01.html ''ポケモンセンタートウキョーがおひっこしするよ！ (Pokémon Center Tokyo will be on your way!)'' - Pokemon.co.jp] (Japanese) (archived from the original August 11, 2007; accessed January 5, 2020)</ref>. To celebrate the opening of the store a special [[Nintendo DS Lite#Special Pokémon editions|Pokémon Center Pikachu edition Nintendo DS Lite]] was available to purchase via a lottery system<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20070702031451/http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/pokemon/p070601_02.html ''ポケモンセンタートウキョーおひっこし記念 「ポケモンセンターオリジナル ニンテンドーDS Lite ピカチュウエディション」が登場!! (Pokemon Center Tokyo Okidoshi Commemorative "Pokemon Center Original Nintendo DS Lite Pikachu Edition" Appears!!)'' - Pokemon.co.jp] (Japanese) (archived from the original July 2, 2007; accessed January 5, 2020)</ref> and those visiting the new store on their birthday were promised a gift if they brought their [[Nintendo DS]] and a copy of [[Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|Pokémon Diamond or Pearl]]. Also, a [[LaRousse's Munchlax (PCG-P Promo 25)|ラルースのゴンベ ''LaRousse's Munchlax'']] promo card was given to those making purchases at the store.
On July 16, 2007 the original Pokémon Center Tokyo closed and on July 20, 2007 reopened in {{wp|Hamamatsuchō}}, Tokyo<ref name="second Tokyo opening">{{n|Pokémon Center Tokyo moving to new location|''Pokémon Center Tokyo moving to new location'' - Bulbanews}} (accessed November 28, 2023)</ref><ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20070811025348/http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/pokemon/p070601_01.html ''Pokemon Center Tokyo is opening!'' - Pokémon Japan] (Japanese) (archived from the original August 11, 2007; accessed November 28, 2023)</ref>. To celebrate the opening of the store a special [[Nintendo DS Lite#Special Pokémon editions|Pokémon Center Pikachu edition Nintendo DS Lite]] was available to purchase via a lottery system<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20070702031451/http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/pokemon/p070601_02.html ''The Pokémon Centre Tokyo relocation commemorative "Pokémon Centre Original Nintendo DS Lite Pikachu Edition" is now available!!'' - Pokémon Japan] (Japanese) (archived from the original July 2, 2007; accessed November 28, 2023)</ref> and those visiting the new store on their birthday were promised a gift if they brought their [[Nintendo DS]] and a copy of [[Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|Pokémon Diamond or Pearl]]. Also, a [[LaRousse's Munchlax (PCG-P Promo 25)|ラルースのゴンベ ''LaRousse's Munchlax'']] promo card was given to those making purchases at the store.


As part of the [[Pokémon 10th Anniversary]] celebrations, a [[Pikachu (DP-P Promo 98)|ピカチュウ ''Pikachu'']] promo card was given to customers between June 16, 2008 and July 31, 2008, depicting {{p|Pikachu}} and an image of the store.
As part of the [[Pokémon 10th Anniversary]] celebrations, a [[Pikachu (DP-P Promo 98)|ピカチュウ ''Pikachu'']] promo card was given to customers between June 16, 2008 and July 31, 2008, depicting {{p|Pikachu}} and an image of the store.


===Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo===
===Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo===
On December 7, 2014 the second Pokémon Center Tokyo closed, and on December 12, 2014 Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo opened at the Sunshine City mall<ref>[https://sunshinecity.jp/en/shop/shop_list/entry-584.html Sunshine City store listing] (accessed October 31, 2019)</ref> in [[wp:Ikebukuro|Ikebukuro]], Tokyo to replace it<ref name="Pokemon.co.jp Mega Opening">[https://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pokecen_megatokyo/ ''「ポケモンセンターメガトウキョー」が、池袋サンシャインシティ アルパ 2F にオープンするよ！ (“Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo” will open in Ikebukuro Sunshine City Alpa 2F!)'' - Pokemon.co.jp] (Japanese) (accessed November 2, 2019)</ref><ref name="Bulbanews Mega Opening">{{n|Pokémon Center Tokyo moving and reopening as Mega Tokyo|''Pokémon Center Tokyo moving and reopening as Mega Tokyo'' - Bulbanews}} (accessed November 2, 2019)</ref>. Between when the store closure was announced<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20141018052537/http://www.pokemon.co.jp:80/info/2014/10/141015_p01.html ポケモンセンタートウキョーが、なんとメガシンカ!?　新名称は、「ポケモンセンターメガトウキョー」！ (Pokemon Center Tokyo is Mega Shinka!? The new name is "Pokemon Center Mega Tokyo"!) - Pokemon.co.jp] (Japanese) (archived from the original October 18, 2014; accessed January 7, 2020)</ref> and closing day, customers were awarded a おひっこしピカチュウ ''Moving Pikachu'' sticker or clear file for purchases made<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20141016124627/http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2014/10/141015_p02.html ''ポケモンセンタートウキョーで、おひっこし前のお楽しみ企画がスタートするよ！ (At Pokémon Center Tokyo, a fun project before your child starts!) - Pokemon.co.jp] (Japanese) (archived from the original October 16, 2014; accessed January 7, 2020)</ref>. In celeration of the opening, [[shiny]] [[List of local event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI#Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo Pokémon|Pikachu and Charizard Event Pokémon]] for [[Pokémon X and Y|Pokémon X, Y]], [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]] were distributed on alternate hours at Pokémon Center stores across the country<ref>[https://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pokecen_megatokyo/present/ ''ポケモンセンターメガトウキョーオープンを記念して全国のポケモンセンターで「メガキャンペーン」開催、2014年12月12日（金）よりスタート！ (To celebrate the opening of the Pokemon Center Mega Tokyo, "Mega Campaigns" will be held at Pokémon Centers nationwide, starting on Friday, December 12, 2014!)'' - Pokemon.co.jp] (Japanese) (accessed January 7, 2020)</ref>. Also those making purchases at Pokémon Centers were awarded with a [[Mega Tokyo's Pikachu (XY-P Promo 98)|メガトウキョーのピカチュウ ''Mega Tokyo's Pikachu'']] promo card<ref>[https://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pokecen_megatokyo/present2/ ''全国のポケモンセンターでお買い物をして、手に入れよう！ (Shop at Pokémon centers nationwide and get it!)'' - Pokemon.co.jp] (Japanese) (accessed January 7, 2020)</ref>, and if a qualifying purchase was made they were entered into a ポケモンセンター DE メガチャンス ''Mega Chance at Pokémon Center'' raffle. The grand prize was a "Kalos Region Pokémon Mega Stone Complete Set", a set containing the 28 Kalos [[Mega Stones]] to be used with the Pokémon Mega Ring toy, the second prize was a set of two commemorative Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo Opening tumblers and the third prize was a Diancite Mega Stone toy.<ref>[https://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pokecen_megatokyo/megachance/ ''対象商品の買い上げで、豪華な賞品が当たる 「ポケモンセンター DE メガチャンス」くじにチャレンジできる！ (By purchasing the target product, you can challenge the "Pokemon Center DE Mega Chance" lottery that wins luxurious prizes!)'' - Pokemon.co.jp] (Japanese) (accessed January 7, 2020)</ref>. There was also a range of opening [[XY TCG Era merchandise#Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo accessories|goods]] and [https://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pokecen_megatokyo/goods/ merchandise] to buy.
On December 7, 2014 the second Pokémon Center Tokyo closed, and on December 12, 2014 Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo opened at the Sunshine City mall<ref>[https://sunshinecity.jp/en/shop/shop_list/entry-584.html ''Pokémon Center MEGA TOKYO'' - Sunshine City] (accessed November 28, 2023)</ref> in {{wp|Ikebukuro}}, Tokyo to replace it<ref name="Pokemon.co.jp Mega Opening">[https://web.archive.org/web/20150327125149/https://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pokecen_megatokyo/ ''“Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo” will open in Ikebukuro Sunshine City Alpa 2F!'' - Pokémon Japan] (Japanese) (archived from the original March 27, 2007; accessed November 28, 2023)</ref><ref name="Bulbanews Mega Opening">{{n|Pokémon Center Tokyo moving and reopening as Mega Tokyo|''Pokémon Center Tokyo moving and reopening as Mega Tokyo'' - Bulbanews}} (accessed November 28, 2023)</ref>. Between when the store closure was announced<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20141018052537/http://www.pokemon.co.jp:80/info/2014/10/141015_p01.html ''Pokemon Center Tokyo has undergone a mega evolution!? The new name is "Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo"!'' - Pokémon Japan] (Japanese) (archived from the original October 18, 2014; accessed November 28, 2023)</ref> and closing day, customers were awarded a おひっこしピカチュウ ''Moving Pikachu'' sticker or clear file for purchases made<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20141016124627/http://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2014/10/141015_p02.html ''At Pokemon Center Tokyo, a fun project before the game begins!'' - Pokémon Japan] (Japanese) (archived from the original October 16, 2014; accessed November 28, 2023)</ref>. In celeration of the opening, [[shiny]] [[List of local event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI#Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo Pokémon|Pikachu and Charizard Event Pokémon]] for [[Pokémon X and Y|Pokémon X, Y]], [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]] were distributed on alternate hours at Pokémon Center stores across the country<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20150414031554/https://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pokecen_megatokyo/present/ ''To commemorate the opening of Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo, a "Mega Campaign" will be held at Pokémon Centers nationwide, starting on Friday, December 12, 2014!'' - Pokémon Japan] (Japanese) (archived from the original April 14, 2015; accessed November 28, 2023)</ref>. Also those making purchases at Pokémon Centers were awarded with a [[Mega Tokyo's Pikachu (XY-P Promo 98)|メガトウキョーのピカチュウ ''Mega Tokyo's Pikachu'']] promo card<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20150128032925/http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pokecen_megatokyo/present2/ ''Shop at Pokémon Centers nationwide and get yours!'' - Pokémon Japan] (Japanese) (archived from the original January 28, 2015; accessed November 28, 2023)</ref>, and if a qualifying purchase was made they were entered into a ポケモンセンター DE メガチャンス ''Mega Chance at Pokémon Center'' raffle. The grand prize was a "Kalos Region Pokémon Mega Stone Complete Set", a set containing the 28 Kalos [[Mega Stones]] to be used with the Pokémon Mega Ring toy, the second prize was a set of two commemorative Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo Opening tumblers and the third prize was a Diancite Mega Stone toy.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20150128033101/http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pokecen_megatokyo/megachance/ ''By purchasing eligible products, you can enter the "Pokémon Center DE Mega Chance" lottery to win gorgeous prizes!'' - Pokémon Japan] (Japanese) (archived from the original January 28, 2015; accessed November 28, 2023)</ref>. There was also a range of opening [[XY TCG Era merchandise#Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo accessories|goods]] and merchandise<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20150218015213/http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pokecen_megatokyo/goods ''Mega campaign commemorative goods exclusive to Pokémon Center are on sale!'' - Pokémon Japan] (Japanese) (archived from the original February 18, 2015; accessed November 28, 2023)</ref> to buy.


On December 19, 2019 Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo expanded to include the first Pokémon GO Lab, a Pikachu Sweets by Pokémon Cafe and a new Pokémon Card Station<ref name="Mega Tokyo Expansion">[https://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2019/11/191129_p01.html ''ポケモンセンターメガトウキョーが、スペースを拡大して、パワーアップ！ (Pokemon Center Mega Tokyo expands space and powers up!)'' - Pokemon.co.jp] (Japanese) (accessed January 7, 2020)</ref>. The Pokémon GO Lab includes a life-size [[Professor Willow]] statue along with exclusive [[Pokémon GO]] merchandise<ref>[https://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2019/11/191129_p05.html ''『Pokémon GO』の世界観をイメージしたグッズが、ポケモンセンターに登場！ (Goods inspired by the world of "Pokémon GO" are now available at the Pokemon Center!)'' - Pokemon.co.jp] (Japanese) (accessed January 7, 2020)</ref>. The location is also a [[Gym (GO)|Gym]] in Pokémon GO, and in-game events are planned for the store<ref>[https://voice.pokemon.co.jp/stv/pokemongolab/2019/12/post-10329.html ''『Pokémon GO』の公式スペース「Pokémon GO Lab.」誕生！ (“Pokémon GO Lab.”, The official space for “Pokémon GO”, is born!)'' - Pokemon.co.jp] (Japanese) (accessed January 7, 2020)</ref>. Pikachu Sweets by Pokémon Cafe is a takeaway cafe with a range of Pokémon themed cakes, sweets and coffee as well as a selection of goods and souvenirs<ref>[https://www.pokemoncenter-online.com/cafe/pikachu_sweets/ ''Pikachu Sweets by Pokémon Cafe'' - Pokemon.co.jp] (Japanese) (accessed January 7, 2020)</ref>. [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] events are held every day at the purpose-built Pokémon Card Station and a "Pokémon Card Concierge" is on hand to answer any questions about the game<ref name="Pokémon Card Station">[https://www.pokemon-card.com/info/2000/20000101_001097.html ''ポケモンカードステーションとは (About Pokemon Card Station)'' - Pokemon.co.jp] (Japanese) (accessed January 7, 2020)</ref>. A new children's play area themed after "Pokemon Kids TV" and {{p|Pichu}} opened at the same time within the Sunshine City mall in which Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo is based<ref name="Mega Tokyo Expansion"/>.
On December 19, 2019 Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo expanded to include the first Pokémon GO Lab, a Pikachu Sweets by Pokémon Cafe and a new Pokémon Card Station<ref name="Mega Tokyo Expansion">[https://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2019/11/191129_p01.html ''Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo expands space and powers up!)'' - Pokémon Japan] (Japanese) (accessed November 28, 2023)</ref>. The Pokémon GO Lab includes a life-size [[Professor Willow]] statue along with exclusive [[Pokémon GO]] merchandise<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20200502155804/https://www.pokemon.co.jp/info/2019/11/191129_p05.html ''Goods inspired by the world of "Pokémon GO" are now available at the Pokémon Center!'' - Pokémon Japan] (Japanese) (archived from the original May 2, 2020; accessed November 28, 2023)</ref>. The location is also a [[Gym (GO)|Gym]] in Pokémon GO, and in-game events are planned for the store<ref>[https://voice.pokemon.co.jp/stv/pokemongolab/2019/12/post-10329.html ''“Pokémon GO Lab.”, The official space for “Pokémon GO”, is born!'' - Pokémon Center Voice] (Japanese) (accessed January 7, 2020)</ref>. Pikachu Sweets by Pokémon Cafe is a takeaway cafe with a range of Pokémon themed cakes, sweets and coffee as well as a selection of goods and souvenirs<ref>[https://www.pokemoncenter-online.com/cafe/pikachu_sweets/ ''Pikachu Sweets by Pokémon Cafe'' - Pokémon Japan] (Japanese) (accessed November 28, 2023)</ref>. [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] events are held every day at the purpose-built Pokémon Card Station and a "Pokémon Card Concierge" is on hand to answer any questions about the game<ref name="Pokémon Card Station">[https://www.pokemon-card.com/info/2000/20000101_001097.html ''What is Pokemon Card Station?'' - Pokémon Card Japan] (Japanese) (accessed November 28, 2023)</ref>. A new children's play area themed after "Pokemon Kids TV" and {{p|Pichu}} opened at the same time within the Sunshine City mall in which Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo is based<ref name="Mega Tokyo Expansion"/>.


On December 20, 2019 it was announced<ref>[https://voice.pokemon.co.jp/stv/megatokyo/2019/12/post-10335.html ''ポケモンセンターメガトウキョーがリニューアルし、2020年春にグランドオープン！ (Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo renewed and grand opening in spring 2020!)'' - Pokemon.co.jp] (Japanese) (accessed January 7, 2020)</ref> that the main Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo store would be closing on January 14, 2020 until Spring 2020 for refurbishment. During this time the Pokémon GO Lab, Pikachu Sweets and the Pokémon Card Station will remain open as usual, and from January 16, 2020 a limited amount of goods from the main store will be available to purchase as well.
On December 20, 2019 it was announced that the main Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo store would close on January 14, 2020 until Spring 2020 for refurbishment. During this time the Pokémon GO Lab, Pikachu Sweets and the Pokémon Card Station remained open.<ref>[https://voice.pokemon.co.jp/stv/megatokyo/2019/12/post-10335.html ''Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo has been renovated and will have a grand opening in spring 2020!'' - Pokémon Center Voice] (Japanese) (accessed November 28, 2023)</ref>


===Timeline===
===Timeline===

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User:BthrussellUK/Pokémon Center Infobox Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo (previously Pokémon Center Tokyo) is

History

Pokémon Center Tokyo

The original Pokémon Center Tokyo opened on April 25, 1998[1] in the Kawasakiteitoku Building, Nihonbashi, Tokyo (where Creatures Inc. had their headquaters at the time[2]) and was the first ever location. A special Pokémon Center Tokyo Game Boy Light was available as a celebration of the opening and the release of the first Pokémon movie.

In January 2002, to celebrate the opening of Pokémon Center New York, special ポケモンセンター トウキョー Pokémon Center Tokyo promo cards where given to customers who made purchases at the store.

On July 16, 2007 the original Pokémon Center Tokyo closed and on July 20, 2007 reopened in Hamamatsuchō, Tokyo[3][4]. To celebrate the opening of the store a special Pokémon Center Pikachu edition Nintendo DS Lite was available to purchase via a lottery system[5] and those visiting the new store on their birthday were promised a gift if they brought their Nintendo DS and a copy of Pokémon Diamond or Pearl. Also, a ラルースのゴンベ LaRousse's Munchlax promo card was given to those making purchases at the store.

As part of the Pokémon 10th Anniversary celebrations, a ピカチュウ Pikachu promo card was given to customers between June 16, 2008 and July 31, 2008, depicting Pikachu and an image of the store.

Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo

On December 7, 2014 the second Pokémon Center Tokyo closed, and on December 12, 2014 Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo opened at the Sunshine City mall[6] in Ikebukuro, Tokyo to replace it[7][8]. Between when the store closure was announced[9] and closing day, customers were awarded a おひっこしピカチュウ Moving Pikachu sticker or clear file for purchases made[10]. In celeration of the opening, shiny Pikachu and Charizard Event Pokémon for Pokémon X, Y, Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire were distributed on alternate hours at Pokémon Center stores across the country[11]. Also those making purchases at Pokémon Centers were awarded with a メガトウキョーのピカチュウ Mega Tokyo's Pikachu promo card[12], and if a qualifying purchase was made they were entered into a ポケモンセンター DE メガチャンス Mega Chance at Pokémon Center raffle. The grand prize was a "Kalos Region Pokémon Mega Stone Complete Set", a set containing the 28 Kalos Mega Stones to be used with the Pokémon Mega Ring toy, the second prize was a set of two commemorative Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo Opening tumblers and the third prize was a Diancite Mega Stone toy.[13]. There was also a range of opening goods and merchandise[14] to buy.

On December 19, 2019 Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo expanded to include the first Pokémon GO Lab, a Pikachu Sweets by Pokémon Cafe and a new Pokémon Card Station[15]. The Pokémon GO Lab includes a life-size Professor Willow statue along with exclusive Pokémon GO merchandise[16]. The location is also a Gym in Pokémon GO, and in-game events are planned for the store[17]. Pikachu Sweets by Pokémon Cafe is a takeaway cafe with a range of Pokémon themed cakes, sweets and coffee as well as a selection of goods and souvenirs[18]. Pokémon Trading Card Game events are held every day at the purpose-built Pokémon Card Station and a "Pokémon Card Concierge" is on hand to answer any questions about the game[19]. A new children's play area themed after "Pokemon Kids TV" and Pichu opened at the same time within the Sunshine City mall in which Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo is based[15].

On December 20, 2019 it was announced that the main Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo store would close on January 14, 2020 until Spring 2020 for refurbishment. During this time the Pokémon GO Lab, Pikachu Sweets and the Pokémon Card Station remained open.[20]

Timeline

  • April 25, 1998 - Pokémon Center Tokyo opens in Nihonbashi, Tokyo
  • July 20, 2007 - Pokémon Center Tokyo moves to Hamamatsuchō, Tokyo
  • December 12, 2014 - Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo opens in Ikebukuro, Tokyo
  • December 19, 2019 - Pokémon GO Lab, Pikachu Sweets by Pokémon Cafe and the Pokémon Card Station open

Exclusive mechandise

Promo cards

Iconography

Previous logos

Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo's current logo features a Pikachu riding a Miraidon.

  • Original Pokémon Center Tokyo logo featuring Poliwhirl, Pikachu and Charmander
    Original Pokémon Center Tokyo logo featuring Poliwhirl, Pikachu and Charmander
  • Second Pokémon Center Tokyo logo featuring Piplup, Pikachu and Charmander
    Second Pokémon Center Tokyo logo featuring Piplup, Pikachu and Charmander
  • Third Pokémon Center Tokyo logo featuring Froakie, Pikachu and Charmander
    Third Pokémon Center Tokyo logo featuring Froakie, Pikachu and Charmander
  • First Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo logo featuring Mega Charizard Y and Pikachu
    First Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo logo featuring Mega Charizard Y and Pikachu
  • Second Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo logo featuring Zacian and Pikachu
    Second Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo logo featuring Zacian and Pikachu

Pokémon GO Lab

Pokémon GO Lab logo

Pokémon GO Lab is...

Pikachu Sweets by Pokémon Cafe

Main article: Pokémon Cafe § Pikachu Sweets

Pokemon Card Station

External links

Bulbanews
Bulbanews

References

  1. ↑ Cite error: Invalid <ref> tag; no text was provided for refs named Pokémon Company History
  2. ↑ Welcome to Creatures Inc. homepage - Creatures Inc. (Japanese) (archived from the original April 1, 2001; accessed November 28, 2023)
  3. ↑ Pokémon Center Tokyo moving to new location - Bulbanews (accessed November 28, 2023)
  4. ↑ Pokemon Center Tokyo is opening! - Pokémon Japan (Japanese) (archived from the original August 11, 2007; accessed November 28, 2023)
  5. ↑ The Pokémon Centre Tokyo relocation commemorative "Pokémon Centre Original Nintendo DS Lite Pikachu Edition" is now available!! - Pokémon Japan (Japanese) (archived from the original July 2, 2007; accessed November 28, 2023)
  6. ↑ Pokémon Center MEGA TOKYO - Sunshine City (accessed November 28, 2023)
  7. ↑ “Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo” will open in Ikebukuro Sunshine City Alpa 2F! - Pokémon Japan (Japanese) (archived from the original March 27, 2007; accessed November 28, 2023)
  8. ↑ Pokémon Center Tokyo moving and reopening as Mega Tokyo - Bulbanews (accessed November 28, 2023)
  9. ↑ Pokemon Center Tokyo has undergone a mega evolution!? The new name is "Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo"! - Pokémon Japan (Japanese) (archived from the original October 18, 2014; accessed November 28, 2023)
  10. ↑ At Pokemon Center Tokyo, a fun project before the game begins! - Pokémon Japan (Japanese) (archived from the original October 16, 2014; accessed November 28, 2023)
  11. ↑ To commemorate the opening of Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo, a "Mega Campaign" will be held at Pokémon Centers nationwide, starting on Friday, December 12, 2014! - Pokémon Japan (Japanese) (archived from the original April 14, 2015; accessed November 28, 2023)
  12. ↑ Shop at Pokémon Centers nationwide and get yours! - Pokémon Japan (Japanese) (archived from the original January 28, 2015; accessed November 28, 2023)
  13. ↑ By purchasing eligible products, you can enter the "Pokémon Center DE Mega Chance" lottery to win gorgeous prizes! - Pokémon Japan (Japanese) (archived from the original January 28, 2015; accessed November 28, 2023)
  14. ↑ Mega campaign commemorative goods exclusive to Pokémon Center are on sale! - Pokémon Japan (Japanese) (archived from the original February 18, 2015; accessed November 28, 2023)
  15. ↑ 15.0 15.1 Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo expands space and powers up!) - Pokémon Japan (Japanese) (accessed November 28, 2023)
  16. ↑ Goods inspired by the world of "Pokémon GO" are now available at the Pokémon Center! - Pokémon Japan (Japanese) (archived from the original May 2, 2020; accessed November 28, 2023)
  17. ↑ “Pokémon GO Lab.”, The official space for “Pokémon GO”, is born! - Pokémon Center Voice (Japanese) (accessed January 7, 2020)
  18. ↑ Pikachu Sweets by Pokémon Cafe - Pokémon Japan (Japanese) (accessed November 28, 2023)
  19. ↑ What is Pokemon Card Station? - Pokémon Card Japan (Japanese) (accessed November 28, 2023)
  20. ↑ Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo has been renovated and will have a grand opening in spring 2020! - Pokémon Center Voice (Japanese) (accessed November 28, 2023)
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