Pokemon Center Hiroshima Relocates, Unveils Gyarados Plaza
Pokemon Center Hiroshima will temporarily close in March 2025, reopening at a new location in April 2025. A new Gyarados Plaza will debut in March at a separate location.
New Location for Pokemon Center Hiroshima
The Pokemon Center will move to the second floor of Ekie, Hiroshima Station's north exit, around April 2025. Currently situated on the 6th floor of Sogo Hiroshima's Main Building, the store's relocation marks a significant change after its June 2015 opening.
Gyarados Plaza Opens at Hiroshima Station
The "Gyarados Plaza by Pokemon Center Hiroshima" will open March 24, 2025, on the rooftop of Soramoa Plaza within the new Minamoa building at Hiroshima Station. This playground features large Gyarados-themed play equipment. Advance reservations will be required for a limited time after its launch; details will be posted on the official Minamoa website.
Poke-lun TV Nationwide Event
To celebrate Poke-lun TV surpassing 1 million subscribers, participating Pokemon Centers nationwide (excluding Pokemon Stores, Pokemon Center Online, Pokemon Cafe, and Pikachu Sweets by Pokemon Cafe) will offer a special event. Fans can receive an original sticker by providing a password from a December 19, 2024, Poke-lun TV YouTube video.
Select Pokemon Centers (Mega Tokyo, Osaka, and Okinawa) will also feature photo opportunities with Poke-lun TV hosts. This event runs from January 17, 2025, to February 16, 2025.
