Pokémon Center Unveils Unique 'Gyarados Plaza'

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 2025, offering a unique play experience.

New Location for Pokemon Center Hiroshima

The store's relocation will see it 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 new location promises enhanced accessibility.

Gyarados Plaza Opens at Minamoa

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. Initially, reservations will be required for playground access. Details will be announced on the Minamoa website.

Poke-lun TV Nationwide Event

Before closing, Pokemon Centers across Japan, including Hiroshima, will celebrate "Poke-lun TV" surpassing 1 million subscribers with a nationwide event. Fans can receive an exclusive sticker with a password obtained from a December 19, 2024, Poke-lun TV YouTube video.

Select Pokemon Centers (Mega Tokyo, Osaka, and Okinawa) will feature photo opportunities with Poke-lun TV hosts.

The event runs January 17 - February 16, 2025, excluding Pokemon Stores, Pokemon Center Online, Pokemon Cafe, and Pikachu Sweets by Pokemon Cafe.