Tokyo Scene
On-the-ground reports from Tokyo card shops — Akihabara, Ikebukuro, stock and pricing observations
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Tokyo Scene Report: Storm Emeralda Is Lottery-Only 10 Days OutTen days out, Storm Emeralda sealed at MSRP is lottery-and-invitation-only in Japan. What collectors are posting on X — and what it means for overseas buyers.
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Pokémon Center Tokyo Locations: A Card Hunter's Guide (2026)Every open Pokémon Center in Tokyo for card buyers: Shibuya, Tokyo DX and Skytree Town hours, the Ikebukuro closure, what they stock, and tips.
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Pokémon Card Shops in Tokyo: Akihabara, Shibuya & Beyond (2026)Where to buy Pokémon cards in Tokyo: Akihabara for singles, Shibuya PARCO for sealed and singles, plus two store addresses that change in September 2026.
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Can You Buy Pokémon Cards Tax-Free in Japan? 2026 RulesJapan charges 10% consumption tax on Pokémon cards. Who qualifies for tax-free, the ¥5,000 minimum, and what changes on November 1, 2026.