Pokémon is coming to Minato Mirai this summer!
The Pokémon World Championships 2023, a global tournament to determine 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 fierce battles to reach the pinnacle of Pokémon battling, and the venue 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 venue of the "Pokémon World Championships 2023" 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.
*Depending on the level of congestion, some events may not be viewable, so please 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 heated battles to become the world champion.
This year, in 2023, the event will be held at Pacifico Yokohama in Kanagawa from August 11th (Friday, national holiday) to August 13th (Sunday).
WCS Yokohama Minato Mirai Event Overview
To celebrate 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)
*The dates and times for each event vary.
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
Pokegenic
[Official website] Click here
Pokemon Summer Festival Park
The Pokémon Summer Festival will be held at Yokohama Rinko Park. At this event, you can enjoy lively festival stalls based on the Pokémon series games. For example, there will be activities such as "Magikarp fishing" and "Poké Ball throwing," allowing participants to have fun while experiencing the world of Pokémon.
In addition, a large stage will be set up at the venue, and a Bon Odori dance will be held. Everyone can join in the fun and dance to the background music, which incorporates the world of Pokémon, and the music of Japanese drums.
[Dates and times] August 11th (Friday, national holiday) to August 14th (Monday), 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
*The venue has a rotation system. The maximum time for each session is 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)
Application period: Monday, June 19th, 2:00 PM to Monday, July 3rd, 1:59 PM
*Applications are now closed.
Please note: *The event may be canceled or the contents may be changed due to weather or requests from related parties.
*Even if the event is canceled or the content is changed, it will not be rescheduled to another date.
Pokémon Fantastic Live Show
There will be amazing shows and parades during the day and at night, and many Pokémon will be making appearances.
Performance: "We Move!!"
[Performance Dates] August 8th (Tue) - 14th (Mon) - 1 performance per day
[Show time] 8:30pm start time - 8:55pm end time
[Performance location] 1-1-1 Minatomirai, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, Rinko Park, Tide Pond Area
[How to view] Advance lottery system (free participation)
[Application period] Monday, June 19th, 2:00 PM to Monday, July 3rd, 1:59 PM
*Applications are now closed.
"Imagination! Into the Next!!"
[Performance Dates] August 8th (Tue) - 14th (Mon) 2 performances per day
[Performance time] 1st performance: Starts at 7:15 PM and ends at 7:30 PM
2nd performance: Starts at 8:30 PM and ends at 8:45 PM
[Performance location] Yokohama Red Brick Warehouse Red Brick Park, 1-1 Shinminato, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture
[How to view] Advance lottery system (free participation)
*For more information, please check the event reservation lottery reception website .
[Application period] Monday, June 19th, 2:00 PM to Monday, July 3rd, 1:59 PM
"Pikachu Gathering!!"
[Performance Dates] August 8th (Tue) - 14th (Mon) 2 performances per day
[Performance times] August 8th (Tue) - 13th (Sun)
1st performance: Starts at 3:00 PM and ends at 3:15 PM
2nd performance: Starts at 4:45 PM and ends at 5:00 PM
Monday, August 14th
1st performance: Starts at 13:00 and ends at 13:15
2nd performance: Starts at 3:00 PM and ends at 3:15 PM
[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] Starts at 4:00 PM and ends at 4:40 PM
[Venue] Minato Mirai Keyaki Street, Nishi-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture
[How to view] Advance lottery system (free participation)
[Application period] Monday, June 19th, 2:00 PM to Monday, July 3rd, 1:59 PM
*Applications are now closed.
Pokémon Trainer's Cruise
The passenger ship Nippon Maru will be open for a limited time as a special Pokémon Trainer's Cruise.
The Pokémon Trainers Cruise will have plenty of space on board for Pokémon Trainers from all over the world to interact with each other. Participants can bring their own Nintendo Switch and Pokémon card game decks and enjoy Pokémon battles and trading in a casual atmosphere.
[Dates and times] August 11th (Friday, national holiday) and 12th (Saturday), 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday, August 13th, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
[Location] Shinko Pier No. 9, 2-14-1 Shinko, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa Prefecture, inside the passenger ship "Nippon Maru"
[How to participate] Please check the official website for participation details.
Pokegenic
Various Pokémon will be appearing in Yokohama! The venue will have numerous photo spots, including an area where you can experience the atmosphere of Pokémon you can encounter in various regions, and a train station filled with art celebrating the Pokémon World Championships 2023. Have fun searching, 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 and Walk Yokohama, Yokohama Cosmo World,
Yokohama Hammerhead, Yokohama World Porters, Landmark Plaza,
Along the Minatomirai Line, Minatomirai Station, JR Sakuragicho Station, Shin-Yokohama Station,
Around the Minato Mirai area (*Location may be subject to change)
[How to participate] No prior reservation required, you can join freely
General event notes
*We plan to have English-speaking staff 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, local governments, supervisory agencies, health centers, etc., 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 using your smartphone while walking.
*On the day, media representatives and organiser filming staff may be present to interview or film guests. Please note that any still images and videos taken during interviews or filming may be made public on The Pokémon Company and The Pokémon Company International's 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 attend this event, please check the youth protection ordinances of your local prefecture and comply with them.
