Japan's Yomiuriland Amusement Park to Host Permanent Pokémon Theme Park in 2026
A major milestone is set to be achieved by fans of the beloved franchise, as the world's first permanent Pokémon theme park, PokéPark Kanto, is scheduled to open its doors on February 5, 2026. Located within the Yomiuriland amusement park in Tokyo, Japan, this innovative attraction promises an immersive experience for visitors.
Upon entering the park, guests will be greeted by the "Pokémon Research Lab" building, which serves as a gateway to the two main sections: Pokémon Forest and Sedge Town. The former is designed to resemble a natural habitat, complete with hills, winding paths, and rocky trails, where visitors can observe Pokémon in their natural environments. Notably, the Pokémon statues are arranged to depict them engaging in various activities, adding a touch of realism to the setting.
In contrast, Sedge Town is more akin to an urban center, featuring attractions such as the Pokémon Center and Poké Mart. However, it's not all about retail therapy; visitors can also enjoy rides like Pika Pika Paradise, which showcases over 30 electric-type Pokémon, or Vee Vee Voyage, a carousel pulled by Ponyta and Rapidash, with balloons available for riders to take on an Eevee adventure.
While no official images of the park have been released yet, the trailer offers a glimpse into what's in store. For fans eager to experience this unique attraction, they'll need to obtain an add-on pass to enter the park. With its unique blend of natural environments and urban attractions, PokéPark Kanto is poised to become a must-visit destination for Pokémon enthusiasts worldwide.
A major milestone is set to be achieved by fans of the beloved franchise, as the world's first permanent Pokémon theme park, PokéPark Kanto, is scheduled to open its doors on February 5, 2026. Located within the Yomiuriland amusement park in Tokyo, Japan, this innovative attraction promises an immersive experience for visitors.
Upon entering the park, guests will be greeted by the "Pokémon Research Lab" building, which serves as a gateway to the two main sections: Pokémon Forest and Sedge Town. The former is designed to resemble a natural habitat, complete with hills, winding paths, and rocky trails, where visitors can observe Pokémon in their natural environments. Notably, the Pokémon statues are arranged to depict them engaging in various activities, adding a touch of realism to the setting.
In contrast, Sedge Town is more akin to an urban center, featuring attractions such as the Pokémon Center and Poké Mart. However, it's not all about retail therapy; visitors can also enjoy rides like Pika Pika Paradise, which showcases over 30 electric-type Pokémon, or Vee Vee Voyage, a carousel pulled by Ponyta and Rapidash, with balloons available for riders to take on an Eevee adventure.
While no official images of the park have been released yet, the trailer offers a glimpse into what's in store. For fans eager to experience this unique attraction, they'll need to obtain an add-on pass to enter the park. With its unique blend of natural environments and urban attractions, PokéPark Kanto is poised to become a must-visit destination for Pokémon enthusiasts worldwide.
! A permanent Pokémon theme park in Tokyo sounds like an absolute dream come true for any fan out there! I mean, can you imagine being surrounded by Pikachu, Charizard, and all the other beloved characters from the franchise? The idea of a "Pokémon Research Lab" that serves as the entrance to the park is genius 
. And the fact that it's set within an existing amusement park like Yomiuriland makes sense - they must be trying to maximize space and make the most of the infrastructure already in place.
. From the natural habitats in Pokémon Forest to the urban center vibes of Sedge Town, it sounds like the designers have put a lot of thought into creating an immersive experience that's going to transport fans right into the world of Pokémon. And let's not forget about the rides and attractions - Pika Pika Paradise and Vee Vee Voyage sound like an absolute blast! I'm already imagining what my first visit is going to be like... 
! Japan got a permanent pkmn theme park in 2026?! 
i mean its like a dream come true for all us pkmn fans out there! and the fact that its in yomiuriland amusement park already makes it sound like somethin out of a movie 
i wonder if theyll have any exclusive merch or something... can u imagine walkin into a real-life pokémon forest 
??
And I'm totally sold on the natural environments, it's so cool that they'll have the Pokémon statues doing their thing. But, y'know, what's up with needing an add-on pass to get in? That seems kinda steep for a theme park. Still can't wait though! I'm def gonna be one of the first ones lining up at PokéPark Kanto when it opens 
. I wonder what kinda food they'll have in the park - will there be Poké Balls-shaped snacks 
? And oh man, Pika Pika Paradise sounds like so much fun! Do you think we'll get to catch any Pokémon in the real world too? 
and can u even imagine ridin that ponyta and rapidash carousel?! 
it's gonna be SO lit!!! gotta get that add-on pass tho... don't wanna miss out on all the pokémon fun 
and we used to play the games with my friends till dawn 
. I'm still nostalgic for that era 
. This new park is going to be epic, especially with those realistic Pokémon statues and rides like Pika Pika Paradise 
the research lab is a genius idea btw gotta give props to the designers for making it feel like were really part of the pokémon world 
It's great to see Japan embracing its pop culture in such a big way. Can you imagine all the Pokémon merchandise opportunities?! 
. And Sedge Town with its Pokémon Center and shops? Sounds like a Pokémon lover's paradise 
. Can't wait to see some pics of the park soon! The Pika Pika Paradise ride sounds so much fun too 
According to my research, an average of 1.5 million people visit Yomiuriland Amusement Park every year. I'm predicting that the Pokémon theme park will attract at least 2.8 million visitors in its first year alone! 
Let's do a quick calculation: with a ticket price of around ¥10,000 ( approx. $90 USD), we can estimate that the park will rake in around $720 million in revenue. Not bad for a new theme park opening every 5 years since 2013! 
. But hey, if it's gonna be huge (get it? huge like Pikachu?), then I guess I'll have to drag my friends along too 
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. The theme park will have so much to offer for fans of all ages!
The way they've designed the two sections, Pokémon Forest and Sedge Town, is so cool - it's like stepping into a real-life Pokémon habitat and city!
I just wish they'd share some official pics soon... but I guess that's all part of the excitement, right? 
Can't wait to get my hands on those add-on passes and experience it all for myself!