The first time that I visited the Pokemon Center Kyoto (ポケモンセンターキョウト) was on December 22, 2019, which was the 4th day of our 2019 Japan trip. My family and I revisited it last January 9, 2023, which is my 434th day here in Japan as an ALT under the JET Programme.
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| Pokemon Center Kyoto |
During my first visit to Pokemon Center Kyoto, I was with my siblings while my wife and daughter stayed behind in our accommodation. This visit, my wife and daughter finally tagged along which made my revisit even more memorable. For those who missed my first article about Pokemon Center Kyoto, here’s a summary of what I wrote about…
Pokemon Center Kyoto Details
Pokemon Center Kyoto opened in 2017, originally located on the 5th floor of Takashimaya Department Store Kyoto before relocating to its current location in March 2019.
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| Pokemon Center Kyoto - Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture |
During our initial visit, Pokemon Center Kyoto featured exclusive Pikachu merchandise themed around Maiko and Okuge-sama Pikachu. Unfortunately, these items were already sold out when we arrived, so we opted for the Wedding Pikachu series instead. Among them, we purchased the Wedding Kimono Pikachu (female) to add to Ella’s collection, having previously bought the Garden Bride Pikachu at Pokemon Center Osaka.
Inside Pokemon Center Kyoto
In addition to these exclusives, the enter showcased new merchandise such as plushies and toys from Generation IX Pokemon. Although tempted to purchase more plushies, we were concerned about fitting them into our luggage, especially since we already had two Pikachu plushies with us.
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| Traditional Japanese Bride Pikachu |
Overall, not much has changed at the Pokémon Center Kyoto since our visit in 2019. While there were new plushies and other Pokémon items, the store layout remained largely the same. Unfortunately, the store-exclusive Pikachu was sold out, so we couldn't get the Okuge-sama Pikachu. Still, the Wedding Kimono Pikachu makes a great addition to our collection.
Team Nicerio revisits the Pokemon Center Kyoto
After exploring all that Pokemon Center Kyoto had to offer, we decided to return to our hotel so that my pregnant wife could rest. Overall, revisiting Pokemon Center Kyoto with my family was a delightful experience. We look forward to visiting other Pokemon Centers across Japan; this marks our third visit to a Pokemon Center so far.
Pokemon Center Kyoto Opening Hours
Pokemon Center Kyoto is open from 10 AM to 8 PM every day.
Why visit Pokemon Center Kyoto?
If you’re a big fan of Pokemon and you are visiting Kyoto City, then this place should be at the top of your itinerary. This store has a plethora of Pokemon merchandise worth checking out. You can also avail of the Pokemon Center Kyoto exclusive merchandise for your collection.
Getting to Pokemon Center Kyoto
From Kyoto Station, ride bus # 26 or #50 and board down at the Shijo Nishinotoin bus stop. From there, walk about 300m to reach SUINA Muromachi Shopping Mall. Head up to the second floor to get to the main entrance of the Pokemon Center Kyoto.
Another option is riding the Karasuma Line from Kyoto Station and boarding down at Shijo Station. From there, the store is about 280m away.
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