Ichiban Kuji Pokémon 30th ANNIVERSARY vol.1: the theme is clear—and nostalgic
This Ichiban Kuji Pokémon 30th ANNIVERSARY vol.1 goes all-in on the “setting off on an adventure” vibe: the starter trios from Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, and Sinnoh, plus Pikachu as the emblem. It’s literally the most iconic story moment in Pokémon: when the Professor puts you in front of the three choices that will define your run… and your attachment to a generation.
Prizes to aim for (A to J + Last One + Double Chance)
No “vague theme” here: every prize directly ties back to the beginning of the journey in each region (Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh) as we experience it in the Pokémon world. And the lineup is super easy to read: a big anniversary centerpiece, tableware/glassware, then the heart of the Kuji with the starter plushies.
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Release: May 30, 2026 (rolling in-store launch)
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Price: 750 yen (tax included)
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Where to buy: bookstores, hobby shops, drugstores, official Ichiban Kuji stores, Pokémon Center, etc.
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Double Chance: from release day until the end of August 2026
Prize A: 30th Anniversary Acrylic Clock
Size: approx. 18 cm. The design brings together the starter trios from Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, and Sinnoh: the perfect symbol of the “starter choice” that kicks off every adventure. It’s a pure “anniversary” item, focused on the generations rather than a single character.
Prize B: 30th Anniversary Pikachu Plate
Size: approx. 19 cm. Here we’ve got Pikachu in silhouette: a direct nod to its mascot status, ever-present in the anime and movies, and of course tied to the very beginning of the adventure for many Trainers. The “silhouette” look makes it more original than a classic visual.
Prize C: Kanto Starter Trio Plushies (choose from 3)
Quantity: 3 designs (choice available). Size: approx. 15 cm. Kanto is the historic starting point: the trio everyone instantly associates with a Trainer’s first steps at the moment you choose your partner. Being able to choose is a real plus if you’re aiming for “your” starter without relying on luck.
Prize D: Johto Starter Trio Plushies (choose from 3)
Quantity: 3 designs (choice available). Size: approx. 16 cm. Johto is the “natural sequel” for first-wave fans: another region, another beginning, and another trio to pick before heading out to challenge the Gyms. The Kuji really puts them on the same “anniversary” level as Kanto—and that’s exactly what we want.
Prize E: Hoenn Starter Trio Plushies (choose from 3)
Quantity: 3 designs (choice available). Size: approx. 13 to 16 cm. Hoenn marks the start of a generation defined by exploration and wide-open spaces, and this trio represents that very first “choice” before diving into the region’s adventure. Once again: choice available, so you can aim for your partner without praying to the RNG.
Prize F: Sinnoh Starter Trio Plushies (choose from 3)
Quantity: 3 designs (choice available). Size: approx. 15 cm. Sinnoh is a “new era” starting point for many fans: a different trio, a different vibe, but still that same canon moment of choosing your starter that sets everything in motion. For collecting, it’s perfect to complete the set of the four regions covered by this volume 1.
Prize G: 30th Anniversary Glasses (choose from 3)
Quantity: 3 designs (choice available). Size: approx. 14 cm. An “everyday use” prize, but clearly stamped 30th anniversary. Having 3 types to choose from helps you avoid pointless duplicates if you want to match your Pokémon collection corner.
Prize H: Hand Towel (choose from 5)
Quantity: 5 designs (choice available). Size: approx. 23 cm. Each design is tied to Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh, and Pikachu, with a central Poké Ball motif announced as shiny. It’s the kind of small prize that becomes cool because it’s super “generations”-focused.
Prize I: Rubber Collection (choose from 6)
Quantity: 6 designs (choice available): 3 rubber straps and 3 coasters. Sizes: strap approx. 13 cm, coaster approx. 8 cm. Handy if you want Pokémon stuff you can actually “use” day to day, and the choice lets you avoid duplicates.
Prize J: 30th Anniversary Metal Charms (12 designs, random)
Quantity: 12 designs (not selectable). Size: approx. 4 cm. The killer detail: the longer chain is designed to be attached to the plushies from prizes C to F, or worn as a bag charm. But it’s the “surprise” prize: you don’t choose, so it’s perfect if you like the pure draw vibe.
Last One: 30th Anniversary Pikachu (Male) Plush
Size: approx. 50 cm. This is the Kuji “boss”: a big Pikachu in the male version, holding a plaque with the 30th anniversary logo. And most importantly: it’s an item announced as Ichiban Kuji exclusive, obtained by drawing the very last ticket left in-store.
Double Chance: 30th Anniversary Pikachu (Male) Plush (same prize as Last One)
Same reward as Last One: Pikachu (Male) 50 cm with the 30th anniversary plaque. Number of winners: 50. Period: from release until the end of August 2026. If you miss the last ticket in-store, this is your second shot.
Fan verdict: Ichiban Kuji Pokémon 30th ANNIVERSARY vol.1 is a clean, effective tribute to the most “Pokémon” moment there is—choosing your starter—with a big final piece, a 50 cm Pikachu, that’s going to hit stock hard.
Practical reminder: release on May 30, 2026, 750 yen per draw, in-store sales (no online sales announcement here), and Double Chance until the end of August 2026.
If you collect by regions, this volume 1 is already a complete mini-series: Kanto, Johto, Hoenn, Sinnoh brought together in a single Kuji. Now it’s up to you to choose your “first partner”… one more time.
