Pikachu, the iconic Pokémon mascot, is making a unique appearance at the soon-to-open Nintendo Museum in Kyoto's Uji City. Discover the charming world of Poké Lids, Japan's delightful Pokémon-themed manhole covers.
Prepare for a ground-level Pokémon adventure! The new Nintendo Museum boasts a special Poké Lid featuring Pikachu.
Poké Lids, or Pokéfuta, are beautifully designed manhole covers showcasing various Pokémon characters. These artistic additions grace sidewalks across Japan, often featuring Pokémon associated with the local area. The Nintendo Museum's Poké Lid cleverly blends the museum's focus on Nintendo's history with the enduring appeal of Pokémon. The design showcases Pikachu and a Pokéball emerging from a classic Game Boy, surrounded by pixelated graphics, a nostalgic nod to early gaming.
The Poké Lid phenomenon has even sparked its own intriguing backstory. According to the Poké Lid website, the covers' origins are shrouded in mystery, with speculation that Diglett might be involved!
The Nintendo Museum's Poké Lid is part of a growing trend. Many Japanese cities use these colorful manhole covers to enhance their appeal to tourists and locals alike. Fukuoka features an Alolan Dugtrio Poké Lid, while Ojiya City showcases Magikarp, its Shiny form, and Gyarados. Many Poké Lids also serve as PokéStops in Pokémon GO, adding to their appeal for gamers.
Poké Lids are part of Japan's Pokémon Local Acts campaign, promoting regional tourism and showcasing local landscapes using Pokémon as ambassadors. With over 250 Poké Lids installed, the campaign continues to grow.
The initiative started in December 2018 with an Eevee celebration in Kagoshima Prefecture. It expanded nationwide in July 2019, featuring a diverse range of Pokémon designs.
The Nintendo Museum opens October 2nd, celebrating Nintendo's rich history from playing cards to video games. Visitors are challenged to find the Pikachu Poké Lid! For more on the Nintendo Museum, see our related article.
LATEST ARTICLES 16
2025-07
Surprise Entertainment is proud to present *Dice Clash World*, a roguelike strategy game that blends dice rolling, deckbuilding, and exploration into one thrilling adventure. Step into a realm of magic and conflict where you become a warrior armed with the Dice of Fate. Use your wits and luck to cha
Author: MadisonReading:0
15
2025-07
The June 2025 State of Play showcase from Sony proved to be a major hit, setting a new peak concurrent viewership record for the company. As the summer games reveal season kicked into high gear, Sony delivered an exciting lineup filled with anticipated titles such as *007 First Light*, *Marvel Tokon
Author: MadisonReading:0
15
2025-07
As an SEO expert, I've reviewed the article for optimization and readability improvements while preserving its original structure and key information. Here's the refined version:In 2004, AbleGamers was founded as a nonprofit organization with a clear mission: elevate disabled voices and champion acc
Author: MadisonReading:0
15
2025-07
Qwizy is an innovative twist on the classic quiz format, blending education with competitive gameplay. This upcoming mobile game allows players to challenge friends or strangers across a wide range of topics, all while offering access to educational content both online and offline—personalized for e
Author: MadisonReading:0
