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Pokémon Pokopia Gets IKEA

by Sophie Laurent

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  • Special Pokémon-themed content in Pokémon Pokopia game and participating IKEA stores in Japan from April 1 to June 30, 2022, with a possible extension in 2026.
  • Access to an IKEA-themed island on Cloud Island in Pokémon Pokopia, featuring actual IKEA Japan spaces and themed rooms inspired by Pikachu and Snorlax.
  • In-store events at participating IKEA stores in Japan from April 18 to May 10, 2026, including Pokémon-themed stamps, Pokémon-decorated meals, real-life room displays, stamp rally, prizes, and restaurant decorations.
  • A potential for further events at participating IKEA stores beyond the currently announced dates, as hinted in the collaboration announcement. Additionally, players of Pokémon Pokopia are already designing their own IKEA-inspired islands, setting the stage for exciting tie-ins between the real and virtual worlds.

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To celebrate IKEA Japan’s 20th anniversary, The Pokémon Company is collaborating with IKEA to bring special Pokémon-themed content to both the Pokémon Pokopia game and participating IKEA stores across Japan. From April 1 to June 30, Pokémon Pokopia players on Nintendo Switch 2 can access a special IKEA-themed island on Cloud Island. This island recreates actual IKEA Japan spaces, featuring two themed rooms inspired by Pikachu and Snorlax. Beyond the game, real-world events are coming to participating IKEA stores in Japan: Pokémon-themed Stamps: From April 18 to May 10, collect special Pokémon-themed stamps. Decorated Meals: Throughout the event, IKEA restaurants will serve up Pokémon-themed meals. The collaboration continues into 2026, with further events at participating stores starting in early April: Real-life Room Displays: Step into real rooms inspired by Pokémon Pokopia. Stamp Rally: Find and collect stamps at Pokémon stations throughout the store. Prizes: Enter a lottery for a chance to win stickers, keychains, and IKEA gift cards. Restaurant Decorations: Spot cool Pokémon decorations at select IKEA restaurants.

IKEA x Pokémon Pokopia In-Store Events (April – May 10) & Virtual Island Access (April – June)

These in-store events will occur in phases between April 1 and May 10, 2026. The virtual IKEA island in Pokémon Pokopia, however, will remain accessible until June 30, 2026. The announcement also hinted that this collaboration may extend beyond the currently announced dates. Already, some Pokémon Pokopia players are designing their own IKEA-inspired islands, setting the stage for exciting tie-ins between the real and virtual worlds.

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