Pokémon Gold & Silver 25th Anniversary Merch Arrives at PokeCenters in Japan

Celebrate the 25th anniversary of Pokémon Gold & Silver with a new line of limited-edition merchandise! From stylish bags to cozy hand towels, a wide range of themed goodies is launching this month.

Pokémon Gold & Silver 25th Anniversary Merch Release Date: November 23, 2024

Available at Pokémon Centers in Japan

The Pokémon Company has officially unveiled a delightful collection of merchandise celebrating the 25th anniversary of Pokémon Gold and Silver. This exciting range includes homeware, streetwear, and more, all themed around these iconic games. The merchandise will be available at Pokémon Center stores in Japan starting November 23, 2024. Currently, there are no announcements regarding availability at other retailers.

Pre-orders begin November 21, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. JST via Pokémon Center Online and Amazon Japan.

Prices range from ¥495 (approximately $4 USD) to ¥22,000 (approximately $143 USD). Highlights include stunning Sukajan souvenir jackets (¥22,000) featuring Ho-Oh and Lugia designs, practical Day Bags (¥12,100), charming 2-Piece Set Plates (¥1,650), and a variety of stationery and hand towels.

Originally released in 1999 for the Game Boy Color, Pokémon Gold and Silver revolutionized the Pokémon world. These critically acclaimed games, known for their innovative features, arrived in the West the following year and in Europe in 2001. A groundbreaking in-game time system tracked the current time and day, influencing Pokémon appearances and events. Furthermore, Gold and Silver introduced 100 new Pokémon (Gen 2), including beloved favorites like Pichu, Cleffa, Hoothoot, Chikorita, Umbreon, Ho-Oh, and Lugia. The games received a well-loved 10th-anniversary remake, Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver, for the Nintendo DS in 2009.