Tournament Info
The 2023 Pokémon World Championships
The 2023 Pokémon World Championships is the capstone event of the 2023 Championship Series season, and players from all around the world will be battling for the title of World Champion. Main events at the Pokémon World Championships are by invitation only. Check out the Pokémon TCG Player Info, VGC Player Info, Pokémon GO Player Info, and Pokémon UNITE Player Info pages to learn more about this year's event. Don't have an invitation? Spectators with badges can enjoy many activities inside the exhibition hall including playing side events, meeting Pikachu, watching the matches on the main stage, and more!
The 2023 Pokémon World Championships will take place at the PACIFICO Yokohama Convention Center in Yokohama, Japan, from Friday, August 11, 2023, through Sunday, August 13, 2023.
Event location:
- PACIFICO Yokohama
- Exhibition Hall A, B, C, and D
- 1-chōme-1-1 Minatomirai, Nishi Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa 220-0012, Japan
Please note, the temperature in Yokohama during the Pokémon World Championships is expected to be very hot, including inside the convention center and neighboring buildings. Make sure to dress appropriately for the weather and to stay hydrated. If you believe you are experiencing heat-related health issues, please call Japan Emergency Medical Services by dialing 119.
Spectator Badges & Registration
You can have a great time at the Pokémon World Championships even if you aren't competing in the main event by attending as a spectator. Come see all the battles in person and participate in side events throughout the three-day event.
Entry to this event will require a badge for all attendees—both competitors and spectators.
The safety and well-being of the community is our top priority. By entering or attending a Play! Pokémon event, all attendees agree to adhere to the rules and requirements outlined in our COVID-19 policies. Please read this policy thoroughly before registering for and arriving at the event.
Streaming Details
Tune in to watch exciting matches live from Yokohama, Japan, August 11–13, 2023, on Twitch.tv/Pokemon, Twitch.tv/PokemonTCG, Twitch.tv/PokemonGO, and Twitch.tv/PokemonUNITE, where expert commentators will help you follow along with the action in each game.
Pokémon TCG
Twitch.tv/PokemonTCG
Commentators: Chip Richey (@ChipRichey), Shelbie Bou (@frostedcaribou), Kyle Sabelhaus (@KSabelhaus), Ethan Hegyi (@hegstertcg), Kyle Sucevich (@Pooka311), Ross Gilbert (@thewossy)
Thursday, August 10: 5:00 p.m. – 4:30 a.m. PDT — Day 1 Swiss
Friday, August 11: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. PDT — Day 2 Swiss, Top 8, and Top 4
Saturday, August 12: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. PDT — Final matches for all three Pokémon TCG age divisions on Twitch.tv/Pokemon
Pokémon VGC
Twitch.tv/Pokemon
Commentators: Adam Dorricott (@Dozzalon), Rosemary Kelley (@Nekkra), Scott Glaza (@PKMNostrom), Lee Provost (@osirusvgc), Aaron Zheng (@CybertronVGC), Lou Akcos-Cromie (@louthepikachu)
Thursday, August 10: 5:00 p.m. – 4:30 a.m. PDT — Day 1 Swiss
Friday, August 11: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m. PDT — Day 2 Swiss, Top 8, and Top 4
Saturday, August 12: 10:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. PDT — Final matches for all three Pokémon VGC age divisions on Twitch.tv/Pokemon
Pokémon GO
Twitch.tv/PokemonGO
Commentators: Gabby Snyder (@GabbySnyder), Will Dunphey (@SpeediestChief2), Caleb Peng (@CalebPeng), Steven Sanders (@2Obutters), Jim Lawson (@holesomePOGO)
Thursday, August 10: 5:00 p.m. – 2:00 a.m. PDT — Bracket Stage
Friday, August 11: 5:00 p.m. – 1:00 a.m. PDT — Bracket Stage until Top 2
Saturday, August 12: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. PDT — Grand Finals
Pokémon UNITE
Twitch.tv/PokemonUNITE
Commentators: Jake “Spragles” Sprague (@spragels), Kirk “Doobsnax” Dubé (@doobsnax), Joshua “Zoinks” Hiebert (@ZOINKScasts), Evan “WonderChef” Hashimoto (@EGPWonderChef), Kelly “Kelosaurus” Wilson (@kelosaurusTTV)
Thursday, August 10: 5:00 p.m. – 4:00 a.m. PDT — Group Play
Friday, August 11: 5:00 p.m. – 5:00 a.m. PDT — Bracket Play
Closing Ceremonies
Twitch.tv/Pokemon
Sunday, August 13: 1:00–1:30 a.m. PDT
Best of luck to all the competitors at the 2023 Pokémon World Championships!