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Pokémon fans, get ready — Malaysia is finally getting its first-ever Pokémon Center Pop-Up Store at the upcoming lifestyle mall Ombak KLCC.
Launching from 12 Sep to 31 Dec 2026, the highly anticipated pop-up will bring an official Pokémon Center experience to local fans for the first time.
Visitors can expect a wide range of official Pokémon merchandise, including collectibles, plushies, fan-favourite products and the latest releases from Japan. While details on exclusive Pokémon Center items have yet to be revealed, limited-edition merchandise is expected to be part of the experience.
Joining the Pokémon Center will be an official Nintendo Pop-Up Store, featuring merchandise inspired by popular franchises such as Mario. Nintendo has already unveiled a Malaysia-exclusive T-shirt featuring Mario and Luigi, giving fans another reason to stop by.
The opening is part of Pokémon’s 30th anniversary celebrations, with Kuala Lumpur chosen as the first city in Asia to host the regional PokéXciting! campaign.
Taking place at KLCC Park on 12 and 13 Sep, the free public event will feature Pokémon-themed installations, live performances, stage shows and Malaysia’s first-ever Pokémon drone show.
Fans can also look out for a special anniversary PokéXciting Pikachu, which will make appearances during the celebrations and in Pokémon GO. Kuala Lumpur’s version will feature its own unique design as part of the regional tour.
The festivities will continue later in the year with Pokémon RUN 30: Malaysia Edition on 21 and 22 Nov, an interactive fun run featuring themed checkpoints, activities and exclusive participant merchandise.
The same weekend will also see the Pokémon Trading Card Game 2026 Premier Ball League taking place at the KLCC Convention Centre.
Interestingly, The Pokémon Company has hinted that the possibility of a permanent Pokémon Center in Malaysia could depend on the response to these upcoming events.
For now, local fans can look forward to 4 months of Pokémon magic, exclusive merchandise and anniversary celebrations right in the heart of Kuala Lumpur.
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