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[Updated Tue, Jul 21]
・For information on original merchandise sales, please see here
*For clubs hosting the Special Fest, details about the 'Pokémon GO' special event, photo spots, and more will be announced separately. We have special content planned, so please look forward to it!

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On Friday, August 21, 2026/27 Meiji Yasuda J1 League Sec. 3 vs JEF United Chiba (7:30 p.m. kickoff / MUFG Stadium (Japan National Stadium)), the 'Pokémon J League Special Fest' will be held.
On the match day, an EVO BAG (environmentally friendly eco bag) featuring Pikachu and the club partner Pokémon "Sawblaize" will be given to the first 50,000 visitors at the entrance gate! The "Pokémon J League Special Fest," held at 7 matches out of 60 clubs, will feature special performances including appearances by Pikachu and the striker Pokémon Cinderace!
Furthermore, original merchandise sales and events are also planned, and we will inform you as soon as details are finalized.

Match

2026/27 Meiji Yasuda J1 League Sec. 3
Friday, August 21 (Fri) 7:30 p.m. kickoff / MUFG Stadium (Japan National Stadium)
FC Tokyo vs JEF United Chiba

[About the Collaboration Between the J.League and Pokémon]

To commemorate the opening of the 2026/27 Meiji Yasuda J.League on Friday, August 7, 2026, the J.League is partnering with Pokémon, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, under the theme "EVOLUTION! ~The J.League Evolves.~" The collaboration will feature the "Pokémon J.League Fest" held across 60 clubs nationwide.
In line with the J.League's “evolution” due to the season transition starting in August, all 60 clubs will be energized by 60 unique “evolved” Pokémon as club partner Pokémon, through visitor gifts, original merchandise sales, and various events.

【About the Collaboration Theme】

【About the Club Partner Pokémon】

FC Tokyo's club partner Pokémon has been decided as "Sawblaize"! Together with the league partner Pokémon "Pikachu," they will energize the collaboration.

Visitor's Gift

The first 50,000 visitors will receive an EVO BAG (Pokémon eco bag) as a gift!

【Content】

EVO BAG (Pokémon's Environmentally Friendly Eco Bag)
* The EVO BAG is not for sale.

【Distribution Time】

From gate opening until the end of halftime* Distribution will end once supplies run out.

【Distribution Location】

At each gate
* Not distributed on the visitor side.

[Others]

・Size: 37 cm (height) × 30 cm (width) *Excluding handles
・Material: 100% recycled polyester, 230T used (GRS certified)
・Environmentally conscious EVO BAG specifications
The J.League is taking action against climate change to preserve the landscapes where soccer exists. As part of this effort, this product is made from 100% recycled polyester with GRS certification, which is environmentally friendly.

<What is GRS (Global Recycled Standard) Certification>
It is an international third-party certification program that verifies the recycled material content in products and ensures that the processes from manufacturing to distribution are environmentally and socially responsible. It is the most widely adopted and strictly enforced certification worldwide.

 

About Original Goods Sales

To commemorate the tie-up, we will be selling club original goods featuring the league partner Pokémon "Pikachu" and the club partner Pokémon "Sawblaize" designs.

[Product Lineup]

[Sales Overview]

Sales Location ①: Official Online Store
Sales Location ②: Special goods booth near MUFG Stadium (Japan National Stadium)
Sales Start Date ①: August 7 (Fri) from 5:00 p.m.
Sales Start Date ②: August 21 (Fri) from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. *Details of the sales location will be announced separately.

□ Pikachu T-Shirt WHITE

Sizes: M/L/XL, Kids 130/150
Price: 4,950 yen (tax included), Kids 4,400 yen (tax included)
Material: 100% Cotton

□ Pikachu T-Shirt BLACK

Sizes: M/L/XL, Kids 130/150
Price: 4,950 yen (tax included), Kids 4,400 yen (tax included)
Material: 100% Cotton

□ Pikachu Keychain

Size: Approx. 7.5cm wide × 8.1cm high
Price: 1,100 yen (tax included)
Material: Acrylic

□ Pikachu Towel Scarf

Size: Approx. 110cm wide × 20cm high
Price: 2,500 yen (tax included)
Material: 100% Cotton

□Soublaize T-Shirt WHITE

Sizes: M/L/XL, Kids 130/150
Price: 4,950 yen (tax included), Kids 4,400 yen (tax included)
Material: 100% Cotton

□Soublaize T-Shirt BLACK

Sizes: M/L/XL, Kids 130/150
Price: 4,950 yen (tax included), Kids 4,400 yen (tax included)
Material: 100% Cotton

□Soublaize Keychain

Size: Approx. 7.5cm wide × 8.1cm high
Price: 1,100 yen (tax included)
Material: Acrylic

□Soublaize Towel Scarf

Size: Approx. 110cm wide × 20cm high
Price: 2,500 yen (tax included)
Material: 100% Cotton

【Sales Location】

* All prices include tax.
* Additional items may be added to the lineup in the future.
* There is a possibility of resale and reordering.

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About the 'Pokémon GO' Special Event

A 'Pokémon GO' event will be held at the stadium! Details will be announced as soon as they are decided.

©Niantic ©Pokémon/Nintendo/Creatures/GAME FREAK
Pokémon, Pocket Monsters, and Pokémon are trademarks of Nintendo, Creatures, and GAME FREAK.

[About Special Effects at the Stadium]

On the day of the match, various special effects will be planned to enjoy the world of Pokémon at the stadium, including the screening of special videos by the J.League and Pokémon. Please enjoy it at the venue.

Other Events

Other events are also planned. We will inform you as soon as they are decided.

[J.League Special Site]

You can see all 60 club partner Pokémon on the J.League special site.
https://www.jleague.jp/special/pokemon/

About Pokémon's 30th Anniversary

Pokémon celebrated its 30th anniversary since the release of "Pokémon Red and Green" on Tuesday, February 27, 1996. To help you enjoy this special year even more, we are rolling out various projects based on selected themes. Please enjoy Pokémon's 30th anniversary.
https://www.pokemon.co.jp/30th/

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