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First Pokémon Permanent Theme Park is Opening in Japan Soon!

The theme park opens in Spring 2026.
Hanna Panoringan

by Hanna Panoringan

Published on Jul 24, 2025

Concept art by Poképark Kanto

Get ready to pack your Poké Balls and passports because PokéPark KANTO is opening on February 5, 2026, in Tokyo, Japan. Ticket reservations will start through a lottery system from November 21 to December 8, 2025, giving families plenty of time to plan this ultimate Pokémon adventure.

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Sneak Peek at PokéPark KANTO: Forest, Sedge Town, and More

PokéPark KANTO, announced by The Pokémon Company, will be a Pokémon-packed Trainer Area where guests can explore a lush forest and bustling town, meeting over 600 Pokémon from various regions. Spanning 2.6 hectares, the park will rise within Yomiuriland, one of Tokyo’s popular amusement parks, and will build on the success of Pokémon Wonder, its 2021 immersive forest attraction.

The Pokémon Forest spans over 1,600 feet in length, letting families wander hilly paths, tall grass, tunnels, and rocky trails while spotting Pokémon as they run, nap, share berries, and battle. Imagine seeing a towering Venusaur under the trees or Jigglypuff peeking behind bushes. The forest recreates the feeling of walking through the routes in classic Pokémon games, sparking nostalgia for parents while thrilling young Trainers.

Sedge Town is a vibrant area where Trainers from around the world can gather. It will feature a Pokémon Center for photo ops, a Poké Mart selling exclusive merchandise, a gym where children can test their skills, and the Primarina Fountain, the site of parades and performances. Guests will also enjoy themed food, souvenirs, and interactive attractions that bring Pokémon lore to life.

PokéPark KANTO will join other major Pokémon attractions in Japan, such as Pokémon Café in Nihonbashi and Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo in Ikebukuro. But unlike indoor stores and cafés, this outdoor park immerses families in an open-world environment where Pokémon thrive in the wild.

For parents planning family trips, this park is more than just a place to visit. Kids can finally explore the Pokémon world they’ve only seen on screen, and adults can enjoy a bit of childhood magic too.

Click here for a list of travel essentials every family needs for their next adventure.

Hanna Panoringan

Hanna is a News Desk Writer at Smart Parenting, covering parenting, health, culture, and more. Off the clock, she’s likely people-watching at a café or park, matcha latte in hand.

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