Ahead of the 2024 Pokémon World Championships this August, we've got an exclusive first look at the special plush, deck boxes, and more that will only be available at Worlds. Each year, the Pokémon World Championships are held in a different city, and with it comes a Pokémon Center pop-up with exclusive merch themed after it. This year, the Pokémon World Championships are taking place at the Hawai'i Convention Center in Honolulu, so of course, the product line is tropical, colorful, and beachy.
"This year's unique items and motifs draw from the vibrant marine life and lush flora of Hawai'i, embodying the spirit and beauty of the islands," explained Cindy Ruppenthal, senior director of Pokémon Center and e-commerce at The Pokémon Company International. "The pop-up store’s design as well as the Worlds product line reminds fans to make the most of this amazing location—whether they’re lounging on the beach in Waikiki, hiking the Wiliwilinui Ridge Trail, or catching waves on the North Shore."
Check out a large selection of what will be available at the 2024 Pokémon World Championships in the slideshow above.
Ruppenthal expects a strong demand for the Hawaiian-themed Pokémon ukulele, which appears to be the most exclusive and unique item in the lineup. The ukulele's MSRP is $59.99 USD. Ruppenthal also expects there to be a demand for other location-inspired products due to the Hawaiian theme, such as the Pokémon Aloha shirt.
Previously, The Pokémon Company International revealed a sneak peek of the Worlds-exclusive Pikachu plush in snorkeling gear and custom Pokémon Aloha shirt in a partnership with Reyn Spooner, a local Hawaiian company known for making top-quality Aloha wear since 1956. Ruppenthal said that makes the collaboration very special.
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Everything revealed here will only be available August 14-18 at the Pokémon World Championships Pokémon Center pop up. Even if you have an event badge, you won't be able to just walk-in—you must make a reservation to visit the 2024 Worlds Pokémon Center Store.
Casey DeFreitas is a deputy editor of guides at IGN. Catch her at the 2024 Pokémon World Championships, or on Twitter @ShinyCaseyD.
