To commemorate the 30th anniversary of Pokémon and the 100th anniversary of the NHK Symphony Orchestra, the two organisations have jointly released a conductor‑themed Pikachu plush. Dressed in a tailcoat and holding a Poké Ball baton, the new piece will officially go on sale on August 7.
This is no ordinary IP collaboration. Pokémon and the NHK Symphony Orchestra have built a strong partnership over the years, having previously co‑hosted mini‑concerts and children’s music outreach events in multiple locations. This conductor Pikachu is a commemorative product created specifically to celebrate both iconic brands reaching their respective milestone anniversaries.
Pikachu is dressed in formal concert attire: a black tailcoat with a four‑colour bow tie, gripping a baton that incorporates Poké Ball elements. The hem of the tailcoat features embroidered commemorative logos from both organisations, and the Pokémon 30th anniversary label includes an exclusive conductor Pikachu print. The plush measures approximately 17 × 13 × 22 cm and weighs 141g, crafted from polyester.
The plush is priced at ¥2,750 (tax included, approximately RMB 118) and will be available from 10:00 AM on August 7 simultaneously via the Pokémon Center Online Store and the NHK official website, with a limit of one per customer.
Beyond the plush, the NHK Symphony Orchestra will also embark on a Pokémon‑themed classical music tour across Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Fukuoka starting August 21, with additional Pokémon musical‑instrument plush items expected to be released during the tour.
FAQ
Q: When will the conductor Pikachu plush be released, and at what price?
A: The plush will be available from 10:00 AM on August 7, 2026, via the Pokémon Center Online Store and the NHK official website, priced at ¥2,750 (tax included), with a limit of one per customer.
Q: When will the Pokémon‑themed classical music tour take place?
A: The NHK Symphony Orchestra will host a Pokémon‑themed classical music tour across Tokyo, Kyoto, Osaka, and Fukuoka starting August 21, 2026.
Source: Pokémon
