PokéPark KANTO Opens in 2026 & We’re Ready to Catch ’Em All 🎟️⚡️

Opening on February 5, 2026, the park will sit in the Tama Hills of the Kanto region (yes, the actual Kanto), on the grounds of Yomiuriland near Tokyo. Spanning 2.6 hectares, the park combines newly developed areas with completely revamped old ones. The result? A Pokémon paradise that feels like it jumped right out of your Game Boy Color.

Tickets are already available, and based on what we’ve seen, they’re going fast. Like, Rapidash fast.

What to Expect Inside

Pokémon Forest

Think of it like an IRL version of Route 1… but with more tunnels, tall grass, and hills. You’ll see Pokémon doing their thing in the wild, hanging out, running around, maybe even getting into a light battle.

• It’s over 1,600 feet long

• Kids under 5 (and folks who can’t manage stairs) can’t enter this part, so check the access rules beforehand

• Requires a Trainer’s Pass or Ace Trainer’s Pass

Sedge Town

Here you’ll find everything from shops to stage shows, and some seriously cute rides.

• Trainers’ Market: Merch, snacks, and more.

• Pokémon Center: Chansey is ready to greet you, of course.

• Poké Mart: Great drinks, no Poké Dollars required.

• Sedge Gym: Live shows with Pokémon you’ll want to record for your IG Stories.

• Pika Pika Paradise: Electric ride powered by Pikachu and friends.

• Vee Vee Voyage: A carousel pulled by Ponyta and Rapidash. You can also float with Eevee in a balloon.

Ticket Information

• Options: Trainer’s Pass or Ace Trainer’s Pass

• All tickets include general admission to Yomiuriland

• Pokémon Daisuki Shop and some events require limited-access tickets

• Town Pass starts at ¥4,700 (≈ $32) and goes up to ¥5,500 (≈ $38)

• Trainer’s Pass starts at ¥7,900 (≈ $54) and goes up to ¥9,400 (≈ $65)

• Ace Trainer’s Pass starts at ¥14,000 (≈ $97) and goes up to ¥16,500 (≈ $114)

*USD prices are approximate and based on current exchange rates.

Final Thoughts from a Lifelong Fan

If you still remember your team from Red or Blue, or cried during “Bye Bye Butterfree,” this one’s for you. PokéPark KANTO isn’t just another attraction; it’s a love letter to fans who grew up collecting cards, watching the series & movies, and naming their first Charmander “Flameboi.”

So set your alarm, check your Pokédex, and mark February 2026 in your calendar, because we’re all going back to Kanto.

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TL;DR

• Grand Opening: February 5, 2026

• Location: Yomiuriland, Tama Hills, Japan

• Two main zones: Pokémon Forest (outdoorsy, trail-heavy) and Sedge Town (market, rides, gym, Pokémon Center)

• Some tickets and areas are limited-access

• Bring comfy shoes. Seriously.