Pokémon is coming to Minato Mirai this summer!
The Pokémon World Championships 2023, a global tournament to decide the world champions of "Pokémon Scarlet & Violet," "Pokémon Trading Card Game," "Pokémon GO," and "Pokémon Unite," will be held in Japan for the first time in 2023. Many players from around the world will participate in the fierce battles to reach the pinnacle of Pokémon battling, and the location will be Yokohama.
To commemorate this event, the "Pokémon World Championships 2023 Yokohama Minato Mirai Event" (WCS Yokohama Minato Mirai Event) will be held around the "Pokémon World Championships 2023" venue from Tuesday, August 8th to Monday, August 14th.
Why not spend a fun summer with Pokémon?
*The lottery to participate in the event has ended.
*Please note that some attractions may not be viewable depending on how busy they are, so be sure to check the official website for information.
What is the Pokémon World Championships 2023?
The Pokémon World Championships 2023 is a global tournament for Pokémon Scarlet & Violet, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, Pokémon GO, and Pokémon Unite. Many players from around the world will participate in the tournament, and fierce battles will be held to determine the world champion.
This year, in 2023, the event will be held at Pacifico Yokohama in Kanagawa from August 11th (Friday, public holiday) to August 13th (Sunday).
WCS Yokohama Minatomirai Event Overview
To commemorate the Pokémon World Championships 2023 being held in Japan, various events will be held mainly in Yokohama Minato Mirai. In addition to parades and summer festivals featuring many Pokémon,
There will be many events where you can experience the world of Pokémon. Come and enjoy a fun summer with Pokémon.
[Dates] August 8th (Tue) - 14th (Mon) 2023 (7 days)
*Dates and times vary for each event.
For details, please check the event information below.
[Location] Yokohama, Minato Mirai area
[Contents] Pokemon Summer Festival Park
Pokémon Fantastic Live Show
∟We Move!!
∟Imagination! Into the Next!!
∟Pikachu Gathering!!
∟Let's Celebrate! The Pokémon Parade!!
Pokémon Trainer's Cruise
Pokégenic
[Official website] Click here
Pokemon Summer Festival Park
The Pokemon Summer Festival will be held at Yokohama Rinko Park. At this event, you can enjoy lively festival stalls related to the "Pokemon" series of games. For example, there will be activities such as "Magikarp fishing" and "Pokeball throwing", and participants can enjoy experiencing the world of Pokemon.
In addition, a large tower will be set up at the venue and a Bon Odori dance will be held. All participants will dance along to the music, arranged with the world of Pokémon, and the taiko drums.
[Dates and times] August 11th (Friday, national holiday) to August 14th (Monday), 9am to 7pm
*The venue has a rotation system. Each session is limited to 90 minutes.
*The event date and time are subject to change.
[Location] Rinko Park, 1-1-1 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture
[How to participate] Advance lottery system (free participation)
*For more information, please check the ticket reservation website.
Application period: Monday, June 19th, 14:00 - Monday, July 3rd, 13:59
Please note: *The event may be canceled or the content may be changed due to weather, requests from related parties, etc.
*Even if the event is canceled or the content is changed, it will not be rescheduled to a different date.
Pokémon Fantastic Live Show
There will be amazing shows and parades throughout the day and at night, and lots of Pokémon will be making appearances.
Performance: "We Move!!"
[Performance Dates] August 8th (Tue) - 14th (Mon) once a day
[Show time] 8:30pm start time - 8:55pm end time
[Venue] 1-1-1 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Rinko Park, Tide Pond Area
[How to view] Advance lottery system (free entry)
*For more information, please check the event reservation lottery reception website.
[Application period] Monday, June 19th, 14:00 - Monday, July 3rd, 13:59
"Imagination! Into the Next!!"
[Performance Dates] August 8th (Tue) - 14th (Mon) 2 performances per day
[Show time] 1st show: Starts at 7:15pm - Ends at 7:30pm
2nd performance: Starts at 8:30pm and ends at 8:45pm
[Venue] Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Red Brick Park, 1-1 Shinko, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture
[How to view] Advance lottery system (free entry)
*For more information, please check the event reservation lottery reception website.
[Application period] Monday, June 19th, 14:00 - Monday, July 3rd, 13:59
"Pikachu Gathering!!"
[Performance Dates] August 8th (Tue) - 14th (Mon) 2 performances per day
[Performance time] August 8th (Tue) - 13th (Sun)
1st performance: Starts at 15:00 and ends at 15:15
2nd performance: Starts at 4:45pm and ends at 5pm
Monday, August 14
1st performance: Starts at 13:00 and ends at 13:15
2nd performance: Starts at 15:00 and ends at 15:15
[Venue] Grand Mall Park, Minato Mirai 3, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture
[How to participate] Participation is free.
No registration is required and you can freely view the exhibit from the viewing area on the day.
*Depending on the congestion on the day, you may not be able to view the exhibit.
"Let's Celebrate! The Pokémon Parade!!"
[Performance Date] Monday, August 14th
[Show time] 16:00 start - 16:40 end
[Venue] Keyaki Street, Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture
[How to view] Advance lottery system (free entry)
*For more information, please check the event reservation lottery reception website.
[Application period] Monday, June 19th, 14:00 - Monday, July 3rd, 13:59
Pokémon Trainer's Cruise
The passenger ship Nippon Maru will be open for a limited time as a special "Pokémon Trainer Cruise."
On the Pokémon Trainer Cruise, there are many spaces on board where Pokémon trainers from all over the world can interact with each other. Participants can bring their own Nintendo Switch and Pokémon card game decks and enjoy battling and trading Pokémon in a casual atmosphere.
[Dates and times] August 11th (Friday, national holiday) and August 12th (Saturday), 9am-8pm
Sunday, August 13th, 9am-12pm
[Location] On board the passenger ship "Nippon Maru", Shinko Pier No. 9, 2-14-1 Shinko, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture
[How to participate] Please check the official website for details on how to participate.
Pokégenic
Various Pokemon will appear in Yokohama! There will be many photo spots set up at the venue, including an area where you can feel the atmosphere of Pokemon you can meet in various regions, and a station filled with art celebrating the Pokemon World Championships 2023. Have fun looking for them, taking photos, and sharing your memories!
[Dates] August 8th (Tue) - 14th (Mon)
*Only along the Minatomirai Line, scheduled for mid-July to mid-August
[Location] Queen's Square Yokohama, Navios Yokohama, Nippon Maru Memorial Park,
MARK IS Minatomirai, Marine & Walk Yokohama, Yokohama Cosmo World,
Yokohama Hammerhead, Yokohama World Porters, Landmark Plaza,
Along the Minatomirai Line, Minatomirai Station, JR Sakuragicho Station, Shin-Yokohama Station,
Minato Mirai area (location may be subject to change)
[How to participate] No prior reservation required, you can participate freely
General Event Notes
*English-speaking staff will be available at some events.
*When participating in each event, please bring drinks and towels and make sure to stay hydrated and take care of your health to avoid heatstroke.
*Each event may be changed or canceled due to guidance or requests from the government or local governments, supervisory agencies or health centers, weather (high temperatures, heavy rain, etc.), or other reasons.
*Parking spaces in the surrounding area are limited, so please use public transportation when visiting.
*Please take your trash with you when you leave.
*Please refrain from any behavior that may endanger those around you, such as walking while using your smartphone.
*On the day, media representatives and organizer filming staff may be present to interview or film guests. Please note that any still images or videos taken during the interviews may be made public on the official websites, social media, YouTube channels, or in articles published by various media outlets.
*If you are under the age of 18 and wish to watch this event, please be sure to check and comply with the youth protection ordinances of your local prefecture.
