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It has only been less than a month since Pokemon launched its latest game Pokemon Legends: Arceus, and the company is still continuing with its releases of seasonal themed merchandise. As summer approaches and the Easter holidays draw nearer, video game titles are likely going to announce events timed with the season very soon. Recently, Pokemon Center Japan unveiled a new Easter-themed collection of merchandise that features fan-favorite Pokemon in cute egg and antique-styled designs.
The Pokemon Company knows that its market loves themed items that are inspired by well-loved Pokemon. This is especially true in Japan, where the first physical Pokemon Centers were actually established. Though the West eventually received physical locations of The Pokemon Center, the company usually unveils and releases merchandise in its home country first. With just how avid Japanese fans can become, items released both in-store and online often sell out once the release date arrives.
On the official Japanese Pokemon website, the company announced that a new collection of Easter-themed items will be made available in the Pokemon Center in Japan, starting March 12, 2022. Aptly named "Pokemon Photogénique Easter," the lineup of merchandise features cute products that center around egg shapes and antique styles that perfectly represent the Easter holidays. The Pokemon featured in the collection include the female version of the iconic Electric type Pikachu, Marill, Leafeon, and Mimikyu, who are all dressed up in Easter outfits.
Of course, since the collection of items is inspired by the Easter holidays, the bunny type Pokemon Buneary and egg-shaped Happiny are also featured in some of the designs. Pokemon fans will likely love the elegant looking egg-shaped accessory case, the cute plush toys, plush keychains and portrait charms, among others. There are also accessories such as a pearl choker, and a box of Pokemon-themed cookies that look like they will perfectly pair with afternoon tea. The price range of the collection varies, with some items costing as much as 3,080 yen or $27 USD and as low as 462 yen or $4 USD.
The Pokemon Photogénique Easter products will also be available for order online at the Pokemon Center Japan starting March 10, 2022. However, there seems to be no details about whether the collection will make it across to the sea onto Western shores. Hopefully The Pokemon Company considers also listing some of the items from the cute lineup on the US version of the Pokemon Center. There may be a lot of fans who will enjoy these pretty Easter-themed accessories.