Competition is at the center of the Pokémon World Championships, but the fun doesn't end there. You can shop for merchandise at the Pokémon Center Worlds Store, battle in side events to win prizes, and trade with Trainers from around the globe. You'll even have the opportunity to obtain this year's Worlds distribution—a celebratory Tatsugiri for your Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet video game.
The Pokémon World Championships are coming to Japan for the first time, and to help celebrate, the Pokémon Center Worlds Store will be open to fans during the tournament!
The Pokémon World Championships host a full schedule of side events open to all attendees who have an official event badge, regardless of whether the attendee is playing in the main event. Come battle in smaller competitions for a variety of awesome prizes throughout the weekend. It’s a great opportunity to compete against players from around the world!
Connect with Pokémon fans around the world and enjoy the Pokémon Activity Zone at the Pokémon World Championships! There’s a little something for everyone, so be sure to take a look around—you may even discover your next Pokémon-related hobby when you explore the various Pokémon activities and everything they have to offer. Entry is free but on a first come, first served basis; daily at 9 a.m. JST. Click the link below to learn more.
Get into the spirit of the 2023 Pokémon World Championships by obtaining one of the most prominent Pokémon of the 2023 season, Stretchy Form Tatsugiri! This Tatsugiri holds a Big Nugget and has the Commander Ability as well as a moveset tailored for double battles with a unique twist—it knows the move Celebrate!
We're painting the town Pokémon! There's plenty to enjoy in Yokohama as you explore the city playing host to the Pokémon World Championships.