Toho's website has announced additional free vocal reactions screenings for "Pocket Monsters the Movie: I Choose You!". Translations follow:

We will hold "free vocal reactions screening" for Pocket Monsters the Movie: I Choose You at theaters all over Japan! Thank you for creating a success!





Pokémon fans all across Japan, sorry to have kept you waiting so long!
To commemorate the blockbuster Pokémon movie,
we've decided to hold "free vocal reactions screenings" at theaters all across Japan!

"We want to sing "Mezase Pokémon Master" with all our might!"
"We want to cheer during Pokémon battles!"
"We want to yell "Pikachu!"!

This is the kind of Pokémon fans whose passionate cheering we're waiting for!
These screenings will allow for cosplay, glowsticks, and of course vocal reactions,
so please don't miss our on this opportunity.

In Hokkaido:
Time and date: Tuesday August 8th at the 7pm screening
Location: Sapporo Cinema Frontier, Hokkaido

In the Tohoku region:
Time and date: Thursday August 10th at the 6:25pm screening
Location: Toho Cinemas Sendai, Miyagi

In the Kanto region:
Time and date: Wednesday August 9th at the 7pm screening
Location: Shinjuku Wald 9, Tokyo
Time and date: Thursday August 10th at the 7pm screening
Location: Toho Cinemas Shinjuku, Tokyo
Time and date: Friday August 4th at the 7pm screening
Location: Yokohama Burg 13, Kanagawa
Time and date: Friday August 4th at the 7pm screening
Location: Toho Cinemas Kawasaki, Kanagawa

In the Kinki region:
Time and date: Thursday August 10th at the 7pm screening
Location: Toho Cinemas Umeda, Osaka
Time and date: Tuesday August 8th at the 7:25pm screening
Location: Toho Cinemas Namba, Osaka
Time and date: Tuesday August 8th at the 7:10pm screening
Location: Toho Cinemas Nijo, Kyoto
Time and date: Tuesday August 10th at the 6:20pm screening
Location: OS Cinemas Mint Kobe, Hyogo

In the Chugoku/Shikoku region:
Time and date: Tuesday August 8th at the 7:30pm screening
Location: Hiroshima Wald 11, Hiroshima

In the Kyushu region:
Time and date: Wednesday August 9th at the 7:30pm screening
Location: T-Joy Hakata, Fukuoka

Notes:
*These are screenings that allow vocal reactions, bringing in cheering equipment, cosplay and singing.
Please realize they will be unsuitable for attendants that want to quietly watch the movie.
*The screenings allow cosplay. However, please do not wear clothes that will obstruct the view for other attendants around you.
*The theaters do not have fitting rooms. Please do not change clothes inside the theater.
*Please do not record video or audio during the screenings without authorization.
*The use of equipment that makes noise, such as gun-type equipment, crackers and flutes, as well as causing annoyance for surrounding attendants by jumping, springing up, flailing, striking objects etc. is strictly prohibited. Excessive occurrances may lead to the screening getting canceled.
*Note that we may be forced to cancel the event due to weather or public transport operation issues.
*Please be considerate of other attendants and refrain from excessive screaming and slanderous remarks towards the movie or its characters or other kinds of insults.
*Purchasing tickets for resale purposes is strictly prohibited.
*You will not be able to change your ticket or get it refunded after exchange or purchase for any reason.
*There are no plans for appearances by any special guests.

Source: http://info.toho.co.jp/17poke_hassei/top.html

The Pokémon Daisuki Club put up a mini-site called the Pokémon Mystery File (ポケモンミステリーファイル) and they announced on July 26th, 2017 that Solrock and Lunatone would be available to players of Pokémon Sun or Moon if they could solve the mystery of the Unknown characters hidden somewhere on the site. Players that solved the mystery would get the serial code OYAJI30YEARS to get these two Pokémon from July 26th, 2017 until October 31st, 2017.

Mini-Site Story:

Ancient ruins, time travel, alien rumors - There are many magical things in this world that can not be explained by science alone. The theory that the Pokémon familiar to us are deeply involved in all of these events is being discussed loudly these days. So our staff, in particular, validated some of the paranormal phenomena called "Wonders of the World" from various angles.

YouTube - Pokémon Daisuki Club - Pokémon Mystery File

Solrock and Lunatone Details:

Pokémon Info
Game: Sun	Game: Moon
OT: サクジ (Sakuji)	OT: サクジ (Sakuji)
Level: 30	Level: 30
Ability: Levitate	Ability: Levitate
Moves: Cosmic Power, Hidden Power, Solar Beam, Stone Edge	Moves: Cosmic Power, Hidden Power, Moonblast, Power Gem
Item: Comet Shard	Item: Comet Shard

Source: http://www.pokemon.jp/special/mystery/

Niantic has announced that as part of the one-year anniversary celebrations, Legendary Pokémon are coming to Pokémon GO very soon.

YouTube - Pokémon GO - Adventure Together for Legendary Pokémon!

A Legendary first year of Pokémon GO!

Trainers, As part of our ongoing celebration of Pokémon GO’s one-year anniversary, we’re excited to reveal that Legendary Pokémon are nearly here! Soon, millions of Trainers around the world will be able to discover, battle, and catch these extremely rare and very powerful Pokémon.

As Trainers around the world go out and explore their neighborhoods in search of Pokémon and Raid Battles, they can keep an eye out for unique Legendary Eggs appearing at Gyms. If Trainers and their team are able to successfully defeat a Legendary Raid Boss, they’ll have the opportunity to catch a Legendary Pokémon of their own! While Legendary Pokémon will help them take on the toughest Raid Bosses and Gym Battles, they’re not willing to leave their Trainer’s side, so they can’t be left to defend Gyms.

On July 22, thousands of Trainers in Grant Park for Pokémon GO Fest and the millions of others around the world will be working together to unlock in-game bonuses for the entire Pokémon GO community. If they manage to catch enough Pokémon during the Pokémon GO Fest Challenge Windows, the first Legendary Pokémon will be revealed in Grant Park. If the Trainers in Chicago succeed in defeating the Legendary Pokémon, that Pokémon will start appearing in Raid Battles around the world, after Pokémon GO Fest.

Trainers everywhere can tune in to watch the action taking place in Grant Park live and join in the conversation using #PokemonGOFest on social media. Follow the official livestream on Twitch or YouTube for the latest news coming out of Pokémon GO Fest including Challenge Window updates, exclusive interviews, and the reveal of the first Legendary Pokémon!

It’s time for Trainers everywhere to start powering up their Pokémon for battle because there are many legendary adventures to come!

Source: http://pokemongo.nianticlabs.com/en/post/legendarypokemon

The details for the Not Just Pikachu - The Pikachu Outbreak-chu! 2017 (ピカチュウだけじゃない ピカチュウ大量発生チュウ！) event have been announced by the official Japanese Pokémon website. The event will take place from August 9th, 2017 until August 15th, 2017 in the Yokohama Minato Mirai area!

1. Pikachu · Carnival · Parade

The Pikachu · Carnival · Parade will be held starting at 16:00 on Monday, August 14th, 2017. Japan Main Street will be pure yellow!? It's an hour long to enjoy with over 100 Pikachu.

Date and time: Monday, August 14, 2017 - Starting at 16:00 ~ (about 1 hour)
Venue: Japan Main Street (日本大通り) (Elephant's Nose Park (Departure) - Yokohama Park (Finish))
Notes: Standing room only. Please do not leave space for leisure seats and luggage, etc. The contents of the show are subject to change without notice due to weather or other reasons.

2. Goes Around the Sea! Flies in the sky!

A boat in the sea and an airship in the sky that Pikachu rides in will be in the Yokohama Minato Mirai area! If you see it, take a picture and share it!

Greeting Pikachu on the ship
Date and time: Wednesday, August 9th, 2017 through Tuesday, August 15th at 11:00, 12:30, 15:00, 16:30
Monday, August 14th, 2017 it will be held only at 11:00, 12:30.
Venue: Sailing Pikachu - Near the Nippon Maru Sailing Boat, Nippon Maru Memorial Park to Cup Noodle Museum Park

Airship Pikachu
Date and time: Wednesday, August 9th, 2017 through Tuesday, August 15th at 10:00, 12:00, 15:00
Venue: Yokohama Minato Mirai area

3. Soaking Splash Show "Water Carnival"

Splash show which was very popular last year and has powered up and will reappear! Approximately 2 tons of water will be launched from a Water Cannon and the show is highlighted by the Pikachu performance where everyone will enjoy it and be soaked!

Date and time: Wednesday, August 9th, 2017 through Tuesday, August 15th at 12:00, 14:,00, 16:00
Venue: Yokohama Red Brick House
Notes: This show will be a "soaking event" using water. Depending on where you are going to be, a lot of water will be expelled. Please make sure that your mobile phone and electronic equipment will not get wet. In addition, we will not be held responsible for any malfunctions. Yokohama Red Brick House toilets and surrounding facilities are prohibited, so if you need a place to change clothes, please contact the staff the same day.

4. Pikachu Walk

20 Pikachu will be walking together!

Date and time: Wednesday, August 9th, 2017 through Tuesday, August 15th
Venue: Queen's Square Yokohama (Departure) - between Grand Mall Parks (End)
Facility site: http://qsy-tqc.jp/

Pokémon GO PARK

Pokémon GO PARK will be in the Minato Mirai area where players can enjoy the game even more! Details of the event will be announced at a later date.

Date and time: Wednesday, August 9th, 2017 through Tuesday, August 15th at 10:00 to 18:00
Venue: Cup Noodle Museum Park and Red Brick Park

Pokémon GO STADIUM

A big event centered around Pokémon GO to be held at Yokohama Stadium. Get together with your friends and have summer fun! Pokémon GO STADIUM is a Pokémon GO event that will be held at Yokohama Stadium on Monday, August 14th. Have a blast together with everyone playing Pokémon GO!

How to Join Pokémon GO STADIUM
Those chosen by lottery may participate in this event. Please read the "Event Information" below before you enter. A "Notice of Selection" email will be sent at the end of July only to those who have been chosen. Detailed information for participating in this event will also be sent in this email. The event is scheduled to run about once every 15 minutes, with tickets valid for one program only.

Event Details:
Entry deadline: Monday, July 24th, 2017 at 10:00 AM
Date and Time: Monday, August 14th, 2017 from 18:00 - 21:00
Venue: Yokohama Stadium
Participation Fee: Free of Charge
Cancellations: There may be cancellations in the event of bad weather. If so, we will make the announcement on the "Pokémon Official Site" and "Pikachu Outbreak!" official websites.

Pokémon GO STADIUM - Participation Notes

• Please register your email address and Pokémon Go trainer nickname for your entry.
• Limited to one entry per person.
• Participation in event is limited to once per Pokémon GO account.
• You may apply using a different email than the one used for your Pokémon GO account.
• Please adjust your settings to receive emails from "@pdc.pokemon.jp".
• We will send the "Notice of Selection" to the registered email address to those who have been selected at the end of July. One "Notice of Selection" email is good for entry for up to 4 people. Among these 4 people, even those who do not play Pokémon GO are permitted to join.
• You may not designate an entry time when applying.
• Transfer or resale of the participation rights to a third party is strictly prohibited.
• Please check device compatibility for Pokémon GO before participating.
• In order to participate in this event, you will need a smartphone that can play Pokémon GO as well as a Pokémon GO account with a Trainer Level of 5 or higher.
• High-heeled shoes are strictly prohibited at the venue.
• Food and drinks other than water are not allowed to be brought into the venue or consumed in any part of the stadium.

YouTube Commercial - Not Just Pikachu - The Pikachu Outbreak-chu! 2017

Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/ex/pika_event/

McDonalds Japan has announced that their Happy Sets for July 2017 will include Pokémon toys based off the 20th Pocket Monsters movie. There are 6 different toys to collect and they will be available for approximately 3 weeks while supplies last starting July 14th, 2017.

Happy Set Toys

• Pikachu Spinner (ピカチュウのスピナー)
• Pikachu Water Gun (ピカチュウの水でっぽう)
• Hitokage Monster Ball Catcher (ヒトカゲのモンスターボールキャッチ)
• Ho-oh Whistle (ホウオウのホイッスル)
• Gaogaen Lugarugan Cup and Ball (ガオガエン・ルガルガン カップ&ボール)
• Raikou, Entei, Suicune Ring Toss (ライコウ・エンテイ・スイクンのわなげ)

YouTube Commercial - McDonalds Happy Set - July 2017

Source: http://www.mcd-holdings.co.jp/news/2017/promotion/promo0705a.html

Nintendo Japan has revealed 2 new Pokémon Nintendo 3DS themes: Look Upon the Stars and POKÉMON POP. Each theme costs 200yen. All themes are available for purchase as of June 28th, 2017 on the Japanese Nintendo 3DS eShop store.

Look Upon the Stars

Features: Cosmog and Pikachu with Pokémon constellations in the background. Pikachu is looking through a telescope and the constellations change as the users scrolls.
Music: Sun and Moon OST - Heahea City (Night)

POKÉMON POP

Features: Based off the POKÉMON POP merchandise brand, various Pokémon are shown in various comic style frames.
Music: Sun and Moon OST - Mission in Progress


Source: https://www.nintendo.co.jp/hardware/3ds/theme/index.html

Nintendo, The Pokémon Company and Game Freak revealed during the Nintendo Spotlight: E3 2017 that Game Freak is developing a "core" Pokémon game for the Nintendo Switch. Tsunekazu Ishihara of The Pokémon Company announced the game during the broadcast.

YouTube Clip - Nintendo Spotlight: E3 2017 - Transcript

"I have one more announcement. Game Freak has begun developing a core RPG Pokémon title on Nintendo Switch. It may not release for more than a year but we hope you'll look forward to it all the same." (Tsunekazu Ishihara ,The Pokémon Company)

YouTube Clip - Nintendo Spotlight: E3 2017

Source: https://youtu.be/M2mZS_p4A7Y?t=520

On June 6th, 2017 at 7:00 a.m. PT/10:00 a.m. ET, a Pokémon Direct special will air. It will be 8 minutes and will announce new information.

YouTube Clip - Pokémon Direct 6.6.2017

Source: http://www.nintendo.com/nintendo-direct/06-06-2017

NEW POKÉMON GAMES ANNOUNCED VIA POKÉMON DIRECT

New Pokémon games due to release later this year on Nintendo 3DS and Nintendo Switch consoles
6 June 2017—During today’s Pokémon Direct presentation, Tsunekazu Ishihara, president and CEO of The Pokémon Company, and Junichi Masuda, Director of GAME FREAK, announced upcoming Pokémon titles for Nintendo consoles.


Pokémon is making its way to Nintendo Switch later this year with Pokkén Tournament DX. Including all the content from both the Wii U and arcade versions of Pokkén Tournament, Pokkén Tournament DX introduces an array of exciting new features to create the ultimate Pokkén experience. Features of Pokkén Tournament DX include:

• Play Pokkén anytime, anywhere on Nintendo Switch – Play Pokkén Tournament DX in TV mode, handheld mode, or share a Joy-Con controller with another Trainer to battle one-on-one in tabletop mode anywhere!
• A brand-new fighter — Decidueye enters the battle, alongside all previous Pokémon from the Wii U and arcade versions.
• New Support Pokémon – Litten and Popplio make their debut to lend their support in battle.
• Team Battle mode – Pick three Pokémon and battle it out to be the first to defeat all your opponent’s Pokémon to win in the new Team Battle mode.
• Group Match mode – Find similar skilled players in battle rooms for intense and fun battles online.
• Daily Challenges – Complete a variety of different daily challenges.
• Watch battle replays – Hone your skills by watching other players’ replays and share your best matches online with the new replay feature.
• Jump straight into battle - All characters and Support Pokémon will be available right from the start of the game.

Pokkén Tournament DX will launch on Nintendo Switch 22 September 2017.
During Pokémon Direct, viewers also saw the first footage from the newest titles in the Pokémon series, Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon. Two new Pokémon forms were shown resembling that of the Legendary Pokémon Solgaleo and Lunala. Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon have been powered up with new additions to the story and features from Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon. Pokémon Ultra Sun and Pokémon Ultra Moon are scheduled to release worldwide on 17 November 2017—more information about the games will be revealed later this year.

Also announced, the second titles in the Pokémon series, Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver, will be making their way to the Nintendo 3DS Virtual Console. Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver were released in Japan on 21 November 1999, as the second set of titles in the Pokémon series. These games, which debuted as Game Boy Color-titles in Japan, are being recreated into Virtual Console versions such that their screens appear just as they did on the Game Boy Color. Both titles will be compatible with the wireless communication features of the Nintendo 3DS and Trainers can look forward to Link Trades and Link Battles between Virtual Console versions of Pokémon Gold and Pokémon Silver. In addition, these titles will be compatible with the Time Capsule function, which allows players to Link Trade Pokémon between the Virtual Console versions of Pokémon Gold or Pokémon Silver and the Virtual Console versions of Pokémon Red, Pokémon Blue, or Pokémon Yellow in Pokémon Centers within the games. Both titles will be compatible with Pokémon Bank and will launch this fall.

Codes to receive a Lycanroc Midnight Form will be available at participating GAME stores in the United Kingdom from May 5th, 2017 until May 31st, 2017 or until supplies last. GameStop in the United States between May 15th, 2017 and June 5th, 2017 will also be giving out a code.

Rock Your Battles with Lycanroc

Visit GameStop stores for a code to get Lycanroc (Midnight Form) for your game.

Add the dark strength of Lycanroc (Midnight Form) to your Pokémon Sun or Pokémon Moon game with a code available at participating GameStop stores. Stop by your local GameStop between May 15 and June 5, 2017, and request a code, then enter it in your game to get this battle-ready Pokémon. This Lycanroc has the useful No Guard Ability, which makes sure that hard-hitting moves such as Stone Edge and Fire Fang will never miss. Plus, Lycanroc holds a Life Orb, adding even more bite to each attack!

Source: http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-news/rock-your-battles-with-lycanroc/

Discover a battle-ready Lycanroc in Midnight Form for your Nintendo 3DS at GAME!

London, United Kingdom: 2 May 2017— To celebrate Midnight Form Lycanroc appearing for the first time in The Pokémon Trading Card Game, Pokémon fans are invited to GAME stores across the country to receive Lycanroc (Midnight Form) for their Nintendo 3DS system.

Owners of Pokémon Sun or Pokémon Moon for the Nintendo 3DS family of systems can head into their local GAME store from 5 May and receive a Midnight Form Lycanroc, a Rock-type Pokémon from the Alola region that is ready for battle, for free.

Lycanroc evolves from Rockruff from Lv. 25 in Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon, but its form is decided depending on the time of day and which game it is evolved in. This special Lycanroc is battle-ready with its No Guard Ability, which makes sure hard-hitting moves such as Stone Edge and Fire Fang never miss.

Midnight Form Lycanroc are known for provoking their opponents and inviting their attacks. When opponents fall for this tactic, Lycanroc counter with their forte: a single devastating blow that finishes them off. The stronger its opponents, the more excited for battle Lycanroc become. They don’t mind getting hurt if it means victory in battle.

This Lycanroc is distributed with the following attributes:

LEVEL: 50
TYPE: Rock
ABILITY: No Guard
MOVES: Stone Edge, Fire Fang, Sucker Punch and Swords Dance
HELD ITEM: Life Orb

To receive Lycanroc, fans must own a system in the Nintendo 3DS family and Pokémon Sun or Pokémon Moon. Please ask staff in a GAME store for instructions on how to receive a Lycanroc code.*

The upcoming Pokémon TCG Sun & Moon – Guardians Rising, which features Midnight Form Lycanroc, launches in the UK on 5 May.

*For more information about the Lycanroc distribution at GAME, please see the following website: www.games.co.uk One per customer, while stocks last.

How to get the battle-ready Pokémon Lycanroc (Midnight Form) in Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon:

1. Make sure your Nintendo 3DS system is connected to the internet. For Nintendo Customer Service, go to support.nintendo.uk.
2. Open your Pokémon Sun or Pokémon Moon game.
3. Select MYSTERY GIFT on the main menu.
4. Select RECEIVE GIFT, then YES.
5. Select GET WITH CODE, then YES, then YES again to connect to the internet.
6. Enter your code.
7. Watch as you receive your Midnight Form Lycanroc.
8. Speak to the deliveryman in any Pokémon Center to receive your Lycanroc.
9. Be sure to save your game.


Source: http://www.pokemon.com/uk/pokemon-news/rock-your-battles-with-lycanroc/

YouTube Clip - Add the Might of Lycanroc to Your Pokémon Sun or Pokémon Moon Game!

The Eievui and Colorful Friends (イーブイとカラフルフレンズ) campaign will be held from May 13th, 2017 until July 17th, 2017 at the Pokémon Centers and Pokémon Stores nationwide in Japan. There are lots of fun events such as presents visitors can get when they come to the stores. In addition, the Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo and Pokémon Center Osaka will have photo spots setup where visitors can take photos with life-size Eievui and its evolutions. Eievui and its evolutions headbands, tails and gloves will also be available to dress up into to take pictures with them on.

Eievui Goods

On Saturday, May 13th, 2017, new Eievui related goods will appear in the Pokémon Centers and Pokémon Stores nationwide! The Eievui Collection Colorful (イーブイコレクション Colorful) goods and the cute POKÉMON DOLLS will be available to purchase.

Eievui Evolution Event Pokémon Distribution

From May 13th, 2017 until June 23rd, 2017, Eievui's evolutions: Showers, Thunders, Booster, Eifie, Blacky, Leafia, Glacia and Nymphia will be distributed at the Pokémon Centers and Pokémon Stores nationwide in Japan. Players of Pocket Monsters Sun and Moon can receive one each time they visit the store. Full details have yet to be revealed.

Eievui Headband / Postcards

From Saturday, May 13th, 2017 until supplies last, Eievui and Colorful Friends Headbands (イーブイとカラフルフレンズのミミ頭飾り) will be given out to those visiting the Pokémon Centers and Pokémon Stores. There are 9 different types to choose from including: Eievui, Showers, Thunders, Booster, Eifie, Blacky, Leafia, Glacia and Nymphia.


Also, a Eievui and Colorful Friends Postcards (イーブイとカラフルフレンズのポストカード) will be given out to those that are a member of the Pokémon Center Online. Members can show their their account logged into to on a smartphone to staff member at a Pokémon Center or Pokémon Store to receive the Postcards.


Source: http://www.pokemon.co.jp/sp/eievui2017/

YouTube - Eievui and Colorful Friends

Original Video Source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSC3VOV1kQw