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PokéPark Kanto, the first-ever permanent outdoor Pokemon theme park, had its long-awaited grand opening on February 5.

“The 27th of this month marks exactly 30 years since Pokemon was born into the world…[we] welcome Pokemon fans visiting from all over Japan and around the world,” President of Yomiuriland and PokéPark Kanto Takeshi Mizoguchi said during the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

The park stands as a massive love letter to the Pokemon franchise, with the name paying homage to the first generation set in the fictional Kanto region. Read on for our complete guide on PokéPark Kanto, including everything you can do inside, all exclusive goods and how to score the coveted tickets.

About PokéPark Kanto

Sitting in the western outskirts of Tokyo in Inagi City, PokéPark Kanto is actually a new expansion of an already established theme park: Yomiuriland. At around 37 hectares, the park is Tokyo’s largest theme park — housing over 40 attractions, a waterpark and seasonal celebrations like its famous winter illuminations.

PokéPark is a new area built on approximately 2.6 hectares of land. Fans can see over 600 different Pokemon characters throughout the park.

Sharing the conceptual process of the park at the opening ceremony, Chief Creative Fellow of The Pokemon Company Junichi Masuda said, “The very first thing I thought of was to create a world where Pokemon actually exist. I thought up a story for each one and imagined what kind of life they lead, where they live, and what they eat.”

What To Do at PokéPark Kanto

The park strives to give fans that real world experience, dividing into three main areas: the Entrance Plaza, Sedge Town and Pokemon Forest.

Entrance Plaza

The Entrance Plaza will greet visiting Pokemon trainers with a big welcome sign featuring Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Charmander, Squirtle and Eevee.

©Pokémon. ©Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc.

The plaza also houses the Pokemon Research Lab and the Pokemon Daisuki Shop, where a large lineup of merchandise awaits. Guests can look forward to classic theme park goods and exclusive souvenirs such as character headbands, keychains, plush toys and more. To enter Daisuki Shop, guests must have a numbered ticket (separate from your park admission ticket) that’s obtained through the official PokéPark app. Numbered tickets are time-designated, so it’s highly recommended for guests to register as soon as they pass through the Yomiuriland gate to not miss out on a shopping slot.

Sedge Town

In Sedge Town, guests can find the Pokemon Trainers’ Market, the Pokemon Center, the Poke Mart, the Gym and two rides.

Stepping inside the Pokemon Center, Chansey and Nurse Joy will assist in healing guests’ Pokemon. Trainers can step across to the Poke Mart to relax and enjoy specialty drinks. Other food and drink options include Pikachu’s Onigiri Shop, Eevee’s Cafe and Snorlax’s Popcorn.

The Sedge Gym will host daily shows, parades and character meet-and-greets. Entry to the Sedge Gym Show will run on a lottery system. For more information on all of the entertainment offerings at Sedge Gym and to check the performance schedules, please check the website.

The area features two rides, both of which require a separate ticket (each ticket costs ¥1200 for adults and ¥800 for children) available for purchase at the Trainers’ Market. Pika Pika Paradise is an aerial-style ride with the idea that it’s powered by 30 electric-type Pokemon. Vee Vee Voyage is a carousel pulled by Ponyta, Rapidash and Eevee.

Pokemon Forest

The Pokemon Forest is a spacious wilderness spanning over 500 meters, with grass paths, tunnels and slopes across the trail. Guests are encouraged to freely explore the area and discover the numerous character statues scattered throughout.

As Pokemon Forest has steep uphill slopes, individuals who are pregnant, have heart conditions, have high or low blood pressure, are unable to climb 110 steps without assistance or are generally feeling unwell will not be allowed to enter the area. Strollers are not permitted and the forest is also unfortunately not wheelchair accessible, though guests in wheelchairs are able to see a small portion of the route.

How To Get Tickets for PokéPark

Tickets can be purchased on the official website. The Japanese website requires SMS verification with a Japanese phone number, so guests coming from overseas are directed to use the international website.

There are currently two ticket types: the Ace Trainer’s Pass and the regular Trainer’s Pass. A Town Pass (starting at ¥4700 for adults and ¥2800 for children), designed for those who cannot enter Pokemon Forest or who only want to enter Sedge Town, will be available starting in May. All ticket types for PokéPark also include admission into Yomiuriland.

Ace Trainer’s Pass

The Ace Trainer’s Pass (starting at ¥14000 for adults and ¥11000 for children) allows entry to all areas of the park without any time restrictions. The pass also comes with priority access to character greetings and rides, reserved seats for shows, original gifts and other special perks.

Trainer’s Pass

The standard Trainer’s Pass (starting at ¥7900 for adults and ¥4700 for children) has a timed restriction for Pokemon forest but free access to Sedge Town.

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Updated On February 7, 2026