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The Sino Centre in Mong Kok. Photo: SCMP
Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police hunt for man behind theft of 2 Pokemon cards worth HK$28,000

Tenant of shop at Sino Centre reported the theft on Wednesday after reviewing security footage and finding cards were taken on April 5 before fleeing the scene.

Crime in Hong Kong

Police hunting man who stole 2 Pokemon cards worth HK$250,000 from store

Video gaming

What makes Pokemon Pokopia a ‘cosy life simulation’

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Japan

Video | Pokemon turns 30

Created in 1996 as a Game Boy video game, the multibillion-dollar franchise now boasts a range of anime series, merchandise and trading card products.

Created in 1996 as a Game Boy video game, the multibillion-dollar franchise now boasts a range of anime series, merchandise and trading card products.
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Pokemon Go

How Pokemon took over the world as the beloved franchise turns 30

On Pokemon Day 2026, we look at the history of the global multimedia phenomenon and how it captured the hearts of children and adults alike.

United States

Unique Pokemon card smashes world record with US$16.5 million sale

Previously bought by US YouTuber Logan Paul for US$5.28 million in 2021, the card sold for three times that amount at an auction on Monday.

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Japan

Video | Tickets sell out fast for Tokyo’s Pokemon theme park

Social media video shows visitors brought to tears as Pokemon ‘comes to life’.

Social media video shows visitors brought to tears as Pokemon ‘comes to life’.
Crime in Hong Kong

19 Pokemon cards worth HK$200,000 snatched from Hong Kong seller during deal

Seller handed over cards to young man to check them, but the suspect ran off with them and vanished, police say.

Malaysia

Gotta sell ‘em all: Malaysian offers Pokemon cards for US$441,993 or a Porsche

Damiral Imran’s sought-after collection highlights the booming trading card hobby in the country.

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Japan

ICE video using Pokémon’s ‘Gotta Catch ‘Em All’ slogan sparks controversy

The franchise said it never approved the use of its intellectual property after its slogan appeared in a clip promoting an immigration raid.

Pokémon franchise stressed its focus was on entertainment, not politics, after its slogan was used in an ICE raid. Photo: Shutterstock
Hong Kong culture

Hong Kong’s Pokemon card revival as adult collectors relive childhood

In Hong Kong, a surge in trading card shops is fuelled by adults who turn to Pokemon cards to spark childhood memories, and for investment.

Pokémon card collector Lloyd Meng at his home in Hong Kong. Photo: Jonathan Wong
Mobile gaming

New Pokémon mobile game downloaded over 60 million times in 6 weeks

Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket ranks second among mobile games measured by their first-month revenue, surpassed only by 2016’s Pokémon Go.

Hong Kong economy

Thousands flock to Hong Kong for 2-day ‘Pokemon Go City Safari’ event

Gamers descend on six locations to catch an assortment of virtual creatures at various landmarks and hidden gems.

Pokemon Go

Video | How Pokemon Go connects two generations in Hong Kong

What do Hong Kong's 1st Pokemon Go world champion teen and a 75-year-old liver expert have in common
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Hong Kong society

How Hong Kong’s teen Pokemon Go star teamed up with 75-year-old doctor

Cheng Yip-kai became first Hongkonger to be crowned Pokemon Go world champion in August and he says he has renowned doctor to thank.

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Cheng Yip-kai became the first Hongkonger to be crowned Pokemon Go world champion in August. Photo: Handout
Esports

Editorial | Pokemon win opens door to Hong Kong esports glory

As city boasts a world champion in popular game it must be prepared to invest in the industry to achieve further success.

Hong Kong society

Hong Kong liver expert, 75, hailed as key player in teen’s Pokemon Go triumph

Dr Lai Ching-lung helped Hong Kong team financially last year and offered them much-needed encouragement, manager says.

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Crime in Hong Kong

Hong Kong police raid Pokemon card shop, seize HK$10 million of meth

Force arrests man, 28, after discovering 5kg of what appeared to be crystal meth among his belongings.

Hong Kong police have seized HK$10 million worth of suspected crystal meth. Photo: Handout
Lunar New Year

Fendi’s Chinese New Year collection for 2024, the Year of the Dragon

A new fashion friendship for the Year of the Dragon? Take a peek at how the Italian maison’s signatures get transformed into cult must-haves ahead of the Lunar New Year

Singapore

Gotta catch ’em all? Singapore police arrest serial Pokemon card thief

The 22-year-old is suspected of pilfering the cards from four different shops across the city state. He was caught after returning to the scene of the crime.

Japan

Just do it: Japanese parents run from tradition to choose baby names like ‘Nike’

The shift from long-standing naming conventions may be one of a number of leading indicators of broader change in other areas of Japanese society.

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A study of naming trends revealed that Japanese parents are increasingly looking to give their children unique, individualistic names, like “Pikachu”, “Devil” or “Nike”. Photo: Shutterstock
Asia travel

Destinations known | Why the days of Bangkok’s chaotic street food scene could be numbered

Those who head to Bangkok to feast on the city’s street food will find that pavement vendors are being shut down as the government considers corralling them into purpose-built complexes.

A food stall near Khao San Road in Bangkok. The city’s street food vendors are to be pushed into purpose-built hawker centres like those in Singapore. Photo: Shutterstock
United States

Your old Pokemon cards could be worth a lot more than you think

If you have old Pokemon cards lying around, you could be sitting on some serious cash – the pandemic is making collecting big again, and not just Pokemon cards.

Pokemon Go

Video | Pokemon celebrates 25th anniversary

Pokemon Go

Video | Taiwanese grandad plays Pokemon Go with 64 phones

Taiwanese grandfather plays Pokemon Go with 64 phones
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Wearables

Razer’s new Pikachu earbuds are unleashed from a Poké Ball charging case

The Pokémon-inspired earbuds are adorable, but might not be released outside China

The earbuds have an IPX4 waterproof rating, which means they can withstand water splashes. (Picture: Razer)
League of Legends

Artist draws League of Legends and Pokémon on toilet rolls

Chinese ink artist draws game and anime characters on toilet rolls in Bilibili videos

Cinema

Sonic the Hedgehog cancels China release due to coronavirus

Chinese cinemas remain closed as coronavirus continues to spread

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