# Pokémon merchandise product releases

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/pokmon-merchandise-product-releases
> Updated: 2026-10-16T20:09:50.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2.

New Pokémon merchandise releases have been announced for both apparel and plush collections.

In Japan, a new line of Pokémon apparel is scheduled to launch at Don Quijote and Apita locations on October 10. The collection features kigurumi-style hoodies and pull-over hoodies with designs including Pikachu, Gengar, Eevee, and Mimikyu.

Following this, a “Holiday Helper” plush collection was announced. The collection features festive Pikachu designs, such as a Pikachu dressed as a Christmas tree and others wearing Santa hats. While a release date of October 24 has been confirmed for Pokémon Center locations in Japan, North American distributors have stated the collection is “coming soon” to the United States.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-16: Pokémon announces new Holiday Helper plush collection

Pokémon has revealed its “Holiday Helper” plush collection, featuring festive Pikachu designs and a Clodsire sled, with a confirmed October 24 release in Japan and an upcoming release in the U.S.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-announces-new-holiday-helper-plush-collection

### 2026-10-06: Pokémon apparel to launch at Don Quijote and Apita in Japan

Pokémon apparel, including Pikachu kigurumi hoodies and various character pull-over designs, will launch at Don Quijote and Apita stores in Japan on October 10.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pokmon-apparel-to-launch-at-don-quijote-and-apita-in-japan

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