Looking for the 2026 Japanese Pokémon TCG release dates? This calendar is based on information published by the official Japanese Pokémon Card Game website. The page will be updated when new products are announced.
Japanese Pokémon 2026 release calendar
- January 23, 2026 — Munikis Zero: Japanese expansion released at the beginning of the year.
- March 13, 2026 — Ninja Spinner: a new Japanese Pokémon Card Game expansion.
- May 22, 2026 — Abyss Eye: Japanese expansion released in spring.
- July 31, 2026 — Storm Emeralda: Japanese expansion released during the summer.
- September 16, 2026 — 30th CELEBRATION: special expansion celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Pokémon Card Game.
- October 16, 2026 — 30th CELEBRATION Card Sets: several special anniversary card sets are scheduled for this date.
30th CELEBRATION: the major anniversary release
The Pokémon Card Game celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026. The official Japanese website confirmed the release of 30th CELEBRATION on September 16, 2026, along with several anniversary products.
At NostalGeek, you can follow our Japanese Pokémon 30th Celebration Booster Box and future products linked to the anniversary releases.
Storm Emeralda M6
Storm Emeralda officially released in Japan on July 31, 2026. The set is available at NostalGeek as a Japanese booster box and Japanese booster pack, depending on arrivals.
Abyss Eye
Abyss Eye released in Japan on May 22, 2026. As with all Japanese expansions, availability in France depends on import timelines and retailer arrivals.
Munikis Zero M3
Munikis Zero was one of the first Japanese Pokémon releases of 2026, with an official release date of January 23. You can follow the Japanese Pokémon Munikis Zero M3 booster pack on NostalGeek.
Why follow Japanese release dates?
Following the Japanese calendar makes it easier to understand the true order of expansions, identify products by set code, and know whether a product sold in France belongs to a recent or older Japanese release.
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Official sources
The dates on this page come from the official Japanese Pokémon Card Game product catalogue and the official 30th anniversary website. More dates may be added as new products are announced.
Official Pokémon Card Game Japan product catalogue
Official Pokémon Card Game 30th Anniversary website