Pokémon Center Hiroshima Relocates, Unveils Gyarados Plaza
Pokémon Center Hiroshima is temporarily closing its doors at the end of March 2025, with plans to reopen at a new location in April 2025. Simultaneously, a new Gyarados Plaza is launching in March.
New Location for Pokémon Center Hiroshima
The store's new address will be the second floor of Ekie, located at the north exit of Hiroshima Station. Currently situated on the 6th floor of Sogo Hiroshima’s Main Building, the store, open since June 2015, will enjoy a new home.
Gyarados Plaza Opens at Hiroshima Station
The "Gyarados Plaza by Pokémon Center Hiroshima" will debut on March 24, 2025, on the rooftop of Soramoa Plaza, part of the new Minamoa building at Hiroshima Station. This playground features large Gyarados-themed play equipment. Advance reservations will be required for a limited time after its opening; details will be posted on the official Minamoa website.
Poke-lun TV Nationwide Event
Before the relocation, Pokémon Centers across Japan, including Hiroshima, will host a nationwide event celebrating "Poke-lun TV" reaching over 1 million subscribers. Fans can receive an exclusive sticker by presenting a password obtained from a specific Poke-lun TV YouTube video (posted December 19, 2024).
Select Pokémon Centers (Mega Tokyo, Osaka, and Okinawa) will also feature photo opportunities with life-size cutouts of the Poke-lun TV hosts.
This event runs from January 17, 2025, to February 16, 2025, and excludes Pokémon Stores, Pokémon Center Online, Pokémon Cafes, and Pikachu Sweets by Pokémon Cafe.
Remember to check the official websites for the latest updates and details. Current Pokémon Center Hiroshima hours are 10:00 am to 7:30 pm, Monday to Sunday.
