Today, we went back to the Pokémon Center again.
Thanks to your continued support, we receive pack orders almost every day.
So this visit was mainly to restock what we were running low on.
Buying packs directly from the Pokémon Center has two big advantages:
• Packs are cheaper than buying sealed BOXes
• And somehow… the hit rate feels higher
About the “higher hit rate” we never search packs. Ever.
All packs are purchased directly from the Pokémon Center and shipped exactly as they are.
If you check our Instagram reviews, you’ll notice something interesting…
For some reason, many of our customers pull great cards 😂
Of course, luck plays a role but there’s something special about Pokémon Center packs.
Today’s Available Packs
• Moonkiss Zero – Limit 5 packs per person
• Mega Brave – Limit 10 packs per person
• Mega Symphonia – Limit 10 packs per person
Recently, Mega Dream ex has been very hard to find.
Even when it appears, it sells out almost instantly.
Today’s main target was Mega Brave.
Also, “Team Rocket’s Glory” occasionally appears at Pokémon Centers.
This set is extremely competitive resale prices are already climbing, and it is said there will be no general reprint.
If you truly want it, please contact us in advance.
When it becomes available, we can purchase on your behalf immediately.
Store Updates & Hidden Gems
One of the fun parts about visiting almost daily is noticing the small changes.
The Pokémon Center constantly refreshes its merchandise displays.
When you go often, you start spotting new items instantly 😂
My personal recommendation?
The rectangular cookie tins.
Not because of the cookies but because the tin design is beautiful.
They make perfect storage boxes for cards or collectibles.
Interestingly, in Japan, some people even sell just the empty tins on resale sites…
And yes they’re surprisingly expensive 😆
February 28 Release Special Edition Display
We also saw a display for the upcoming
Pokémon FireRed & LeafGreen Special Edition (Pokémon Center exclusive).
The special box design looks incredible.
This will most likely sell out immediately.
If you’re interested, be ready.
Buying With My Daughter
Today, I lined up together with my daughter.
That allowed us to purchase more packs than if I went alone.
Unfortunately, none of these packs are for me.
Every single one will be shipped to customers.
But honestly — hearing your pull results, your excitement, and your messages brings me more joy than opening them myself.
At this point, it feels less like business and more like an extension of a hobby.
Why We Don’t Have a Website
Many people used to ask:
Do you have a website?
Is there a price list?
I actually started building a Shopify store and completed about one-third of it.
Then I stopped.
Trading cards are living things.
Prices constantly change.
Condition matters print lines, whitening, centering even two identical cards are never truly the same.
For example, if we list a Fukuoka Pikachu card online, not every copy is in identical condition.
A simple “add to cart and checkout” system (like a vending machine) can easily cause misunderstandings.
Instead, we prefer to:
• Show detailed photos
• Communicate directly
• Confirm condition clearly
• Make sure both sides feel safe
That’s why we sell through conversation mainly via WhatsApp.
For us, trust is more important than automation.
If you’re looking for something specific,
or if you want us to secure packs or products from the Pokémon Center,
Feel free to contact us anytime.
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From Fukuoka, Japan 🇯🇵
Thank you for being part of this journey.
shinobu😸
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