Pokémon food products
Ever since the Pokémon franchise began in the 1990s, many Pokémon food products have been manufactured. These food products include pasta, cereal, candy, and many other items. Some products simply have Pokémon characters added to the packaging, while others feature detailed likenesses of Pokémon characters.
Breakfast
Life
In 1999, boxes of Life included a special offer. A certain amount of coupons (which were printed on the inside of the box) could be sent in to redeem a Pokémon watch. The back of the box features a word jumble with Pokémon that Ash had caught in the anime.
Pokémon Battle Tops
During Generation II, one of eight Pokémon Battle Tops were included in various Kellogg's cereals such as Smacks and Frosted Flakes. The back of each box showed two different Battle Tops, with Ash and Misty in the background performing a throwing motion. The side of the box advertises the upcoming sale of Pokémon Turbo Topmania Launcher And Tops "coming soon to a retailer near you." The Battle Tops available to be found were Pikachu, Jigglypuff, Marill, Togepi, Poliwag, Gengar, Ledyba and Hoothoot.
Pokémon Cornflakes
Pokémon Cornflakes was a packaged cereal product sold at the Japanese Pokémon Center. The 2009 version was used to promote the then-new Diamond and Pearl movies.[1] The three packs were released in 2009, each feature a different legendary Pokémon of Sinnoh. The three Pokémon featured were Palkia, Arceus and Giratina, with the packs colored magenta, green and orange respectively. The flavor presented differs by the year the packages were released, with the 2009 edition having “Mild Chocolate” flavoring and the 2008 edition being "Sugar" flavored.[2]
Pokémon Eggo Waffles
Pokémon Eggo Waffles were Pokémon-themed Eggo waffles which were released in August 2000[3] produced by Kellogg's. The Pokémon which were outlined on the actual Eggos are Pikachu, Togepi, Marill, Elekid, and Gengar. All of these Pokémon were also featured on the front of every box. Three UPCs from boxes of this product along with $1.99USD shipping could be redeemed for a Pikachu Syrup Holder.
Pokémon Nutri-Grain Twists
Pokémon Nutri-Grain Twists were a type of breakfast bar distributed in 2000 by Kellogg's under the Nutri-Grain name. For two UPCs and $2.00USD, an educational Pokémon CD-ROM could be redeemed.[4] Four versions of this disc were available.
Pokémon Pop-Tarts
Pokémon Pop-Tarts were limited edition toaster pastries produced by Kellogg's sold under the Pop-Tarts subsidiary. They came in boxes consisting of twelve pastries in a "wild cherry" flavor, topped with "Yellow Pikachu frosting," and sprinkles shaped in the form of Pikachu, Charmander, Poliwrath, and Chansey. The box included a figurine of one of the aforementioned Pokémon.
As Generation II neared, another version of Pokémon Pop-Tarts were released. This version had blue frosting with Poké Ball sprinkles, and the flavor was titled "Poké Berry".[5] They were produced to promote the third Pokémon movie, Spell of the Unown. In each box of twelve, one of three Pokémon Metallic Battle Figures could be found.[6] These figures were later released for individual sale in 2001 by Hasbro.
Pokémon Toasted Oat Cereal with Marshmallow Bits
- Main article: Pokémon Toasted Oat Cereal with Marshmallow Bits
Kellogg's Pokémon Toasted Oat Cereal with Marshmallow Bits was a breakfast cereal released by Kellogg's in the year 2000.[7] The cereal consisted of oat rings and marshmallow pieces in the shape of various Pokémon.
Condiments
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Curry Sauce
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Curry Sauce is a Japan-exclusive food product with images of Pikachu and the Sinnoh starters on the packaging. The box comes with two 60g packets of instant curry sauce.[8]
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Kirinuki Nori
Pokémon Diamond & Pearl Kirinuki Nori is a product consisting of nori that is precut to Pokémon-themed designs, with the intention of being placed onto rice.[9] There are four sheets each of Pikachu, Munchlax, and Eevee-shaped seaweed, along with twelve star-shaped and eight lightning bolt-shaped sheets.
Pokémon Furikake
Pokémon: Diamond & Pearl Furikake with Extra Calcium is a Japan-exclusive condiment made by Marumiya, that is meant to be sprinkled on rice as a flavoring and mix. Pokémon furikake has been released in varying types of packaging. One type of package comes with 20 packets of furikake,[10] enriched with extra calcium. Each package also comes with a sticker of a Poké Ball which, when peeled, reveals a picture of a Pokémon under it.
Pokémon: Black ＆ White Furikake
Pokémon: Black ＆ White Furikake is a Japan-exclusive condiment that is made by Marumiya. It is meant to be sprinkled on rice as a flavoring and mix. Pokémon furikake has been released in egg, salmon, tuna, and vegetable. Each package also comes with a sticker of a Pokémon and a Pokémon.
Pokémon Jelly Jars
Pokémon Jelly Jars are collectible jars decorated with Pokémon characters to encase Welch's grape jelly. Sold for the first time on April 1, 2000,[11] the jars include designs of one of nine Pokémon. These Pokémon were Pikachu, Togepi, Clefairy, Bulbasaur, Meowth, Squirtle, Charmander, Psyduck, and Poliwhirl. This is Welch's 25th set of collectible jelly jars, and like the other cartoon characters' jars, are used to reflect the popular culture of each generation. The jars contained nine ounces of jelly, and over nine million of them were produced.
A contest was also held by Welch's to go along with the promotional jars. It was a coloring contest held from when the jars first appeared up until July 31, 2000. 100 winners received a Game Boy as their prize.
Pokémon Sweet Honey
Pokémon Sweet Honey is a Japan-exclusive honey product with images of the Sinnoh starters, Pikachu, Munchlax and Combee on the label. It is meant for usage on bread and sandwiches.[12] It is based on the item of the same name introduced in Pokémon Diamond and Pearl.
Pokémon Tomato Ketchup
Pokémon Tomato Ketchup was a special edition of Heinz Tomato Ketchup distributed for two months in the United States beginning in mid-March of the year 2000.[13] The ketchup did not taste or look any different than normal, but the bottles had special labels on them featuring Charizard, Charmander, Jigglypuff, Pikachu, or Squirtle. This label could be used as a $5 mail-in rebate for a VHS or DVD of Pokémon: The First Movie.[14]
Pokémon Red and Green Furikake Packets
The packets of furikake came in a box five at a time with a tiny character prize in each box. The color denotes the flavor and the boxes’ graphics changed often. There were random species featured on each side of the packet. The product was released in 1998.[15]
Pokémon Fried Rice Seasoning
The boxes of the product came in red or green colors. Many Pokémon species were featured on the sides of the packaging. A spoon was included in each box; on the bowl of the spoons, the images of Pokémon species such as Squirtle or Togepi were featured. The seasoning packets came in yellow or orange colors. The product was released in 1999.[16]
Confectionery/treats
Poké Gum
Poké Gum, produced by Toymax International under the Candy Planet label, is a chewing gum product featuring Pokémon artwork. The wrappers have two editions, with one consisting of Ash, Misty, Brock, Ash’s Pikachu, Misty’s Psyduck, and the Jigglypuff prone to following the group in the Kanto saga. The other edition is of Team Rocket and Meowth with a Haunter.
Artwork of one of the Generation I Pokémon species is featured stamped onto the actual pieces of gum, and the backing of the package is a character card featuring another Pokémon character. The flip side of the character cards is part of a puzzle-like arrangement.
Pokémon Bubble Gum with Stickers
Pokémon Bubble Gum with Stickers is a type of fruit-flavored[17] chewing gum available in Japan, produced by Tsurisage.[18] They are sold in strips of eight individually packaged pieces. The individual wrappers each have artwork of a Pokémon on them, as well as a unique design on the actual piece of gum itself. Each piece also comes with a sticker.
Pokémon Center 2010 Collector Cookie Tin
The limited edition collector tin, made of metal, was only sold at the Pokémon Centers in Japan for a very limited time during the Christmas campaign in November, 2010. It features images of Snivy, Oshawott, Tepig, Pikachu, Audino, Blitzle, Pansage, Pansear and Panpour. The top of the candy tin opens, and there are twelve cookies inside. Once the cookies are eaten, the buyer may use the tin as a storage container. The height of the packaging is 2.25" (5.5 cm), its length is 6" (15.5 cm), and its width is 6" (15.5 cm).[19]
Pokémon Center 2010 Collector Marshmallow Tin
The Pokémon Center 2010 Collector Marshmallow Tin, made of metal, featured images of Minccino, Audino, Emolga, Purrloin, and Blitzle on its packaging. The limited edition collector tin was only sold at the Pokémon Centers in Japan for a very limited time in November, 2010. There was a total of five different collector tins, each with a different treat inside and a different figure attached to the top of the tin (Snivy, Oshawott, Tepig, Minccino & Munna). The top of the collector tin opens, and there are ten marshmallow treats inside. Once the marshmallow treats are eaten, the buyer can use the tin as a storage container.[20]
Pokémon Center 2010 Collector Chocolate Tin
The Pokémon Center 2010 Collector Chocolate Tin made of metal, featured images of Munna, Deerling, Musharna, and Sewaddle. The limited edition collector tin was only sold at the Pokémon Centers in Japan for a very limited time in November, 2010. There is a total of five different collector tins, each with a different treat inside and a different figure attached to the top of the tin (Snivy, Oshawott, Tepig, Minccino & Munna). The top of the collector tin opens, and there are ten chocolate treats inside. Once the chocolate treats are eaten, the buyer may use the tin as a storage container. Its height, not counting the figure of a specific Pokémon on top, is 4" (10 cm), its length is 4" (10 cm), and its width is 4" (10 cm).[21]
Pokémon Center Eevee candy
In 2009, collectible tins featuring Eevee were sold in Japanese Pokémon Center stores. There were eight different tins in total, featuring Eevee and each of its evolved forms. Inside the tin were sugar-coated chocolates resembling Smarties or M&Ms. The image on the tin was concealed by a wrapper, forcing consumers to purchase the tin before they knew which image was on it.
Pokémon Chews
Pokémon Chews are fruit flavored gummy candies manufactured in 2007 by Bartons Candy. They are available in the shapes of Pikachu, Turtwig, Chimchar and Piplup.
Pokémon Chupa Chups Surprise Poké Ball
Pokémon Chupa Chups Surprise Poké Ball were a set of lollipops produced by Chupa Chups in December, 2009 for sale at Pokémon Centers.[22] They were made in limited quantities and only for a short time. Inside the Poké Ball, there is a figure of a Pokémon. Under this figure, there is a platform which opens up to reveal a cola-flavored lollipop. Different Pokémon and Poké Balls were available.
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Gumball Machine
Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Gumball Machine is a plastic gumball machine that distributes a gumball when the button on the Poké Ball is pressed. It includes a package of gumballs. It was manufactured by Bartons Candy in 2007.
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Gum Puzzles
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Gum Puzzles are edible puzzles made from gum and produced by Bartons Candy in 2007.[23] Sixteen pieces of gum come in each package, and fit together to form one of four images.
Pokémon Do Your Best, Piplup Face Biscuits
Pokémon Do Your Best, Piplup Face Biscuits were biscuits exclusive to Pokémon Centers and was sold in March, 2010.[24] They were part of the "Ganbare Piplup" campaign that was going on at the time. They came in metal containers with one of four Piplup faces painted on it: happy, sad, winking, and tired. On the side of each container, there were designs consisting of music notes and stars. The biscuits inside were shaped as the face of Piplup, and expire in September, 2010.
Pokémon Easy-Bake Set
Pokémon Easy-Bake Set is a set of materials used to bake Pokémon-shaped candies manufactured in 2000 by Hasbro. The set includes two powdered chocolate mixes, six paper sticks, six clear bags, a molding tray featuring Pikachu, Togepi, Elekid, Marill, Bellossom and Jigglypuff; and assorted sticker tags featuring the same Pokémon.
Pokémon Candy Mold
The product consisted of a box featuring a Pikachu, a Marill, and a Togepi, a random mould of each of the aforementioned characters, a tube of chocolate and a packet of three small cones. The instructions for making the product was to first warm the tube of chocolate in a cup of hot water, squeeze it into the moulds, wait until the chocolate had set and then place the moulded chocolate on the cones to be eaten. The product was made in 1998-2000.[25]
Pokémon Fruits Drops
Pokémon Fruits Drops was a candy product distributed by the Pokémon Center of Tokyo.[26] They were packaged in a tin, featuring images of Lugia and Ho-Oh on the front, Pikachu and the Johto starters on the back, with miscellaneous images of fruits on both sides of the tin.
For a limited time in April 2010,[27][28] Fruits Drops were available in two different tins showing Zorua and Zoroark on the front. On the back of one tin, there are images of Entei, Raikou, and Suicune. On the back of the other, Celebi, Pikachu, and Zorua were shown.
Pokémon Gum-Filled Lollipop With Sticker
Pokémon Gum-Filled Lollipops With Stickers were distributed by Topps around the year 2000. The lollipops were filled with Bazooka bubble gum in the middle. The treats came in four flavors: strawberry, grape, cherry, and watermelon.[29] Each lollipop was bundled with one of thirty-nine Pokémon stickers.[30]
The following Pokémon were available as stickers: Aerodactyl, Arbok, Beedrill, Bulbasaur, Charizard, Charmander, Charmeleon, Clefairy, Drowzee, Eevee, Electrode, Exeggcute, Flareon, Gyarados, Hitmonlee, Jynx, Krabby, Lickitung, Machamp, Machoke, Magikarp, Magmar, Meowth, Mr. Mime, Muk, Pikachu, Poliwhirl, Ponyta, Psyduck, Raichu, Rattata, Scyther, Slowbro, Snorlax, Squirtle, Tauros, Tentacruel, Vaporeon and Zubat.
Exeggcute's name on its sticker is misspelled as "Exeggute".
PokéColle Cap
PokéColle Cap is the name of a series of small containers filled with candy, with a bottle cap figure on top.[31] Each bottle cap features the figure on dynamic scenery such as grass, rocks, water, or bursts of power. The series comes in three brandings: PokéColle Cap, PokéColle Cap DP, and Pokémon Figure Cap Collection. The series is produced by Takara-Tomy.
Pokémon Gummy Poké Balls
Pokémon Gummy Poké Balls are candies manufactured by Bartons Candy. They are gummy candies in the shape of Poké Balls. They are sold in packages of ten.
Pokémon Marshmallow Buddies
Pokémon Marshmallow Buddies are marshmallows which are manufactured by Bartons Candy.[32] They are available only in the shape of Pikachu and sold in packs of twelve.
Pokémon Marshmallow Lollipops
Pokémon Marshmallow Lollipops were produced by Bartons Candy in 2007. They are marshmallows in the shape of Pikachu and Piplup. They are attached to a stick and coated in sugar.
Pokémon Marshmallow Pops
Pokémon Marshmallow Pops are produced by Bartons Candy.[33] They are marshmallows which are available in the shape of Pikachu, Turtwig, Chimchar, and Piplup. They are attached to a stick and coated in sugar. Notice that they are different from the above variety.
Pokémon Mini Lunch Boxes
A Pokémon Mini Lunch Box is a decorative tin featuring Pokémon characters which contains candy. They were manufactured in 2002 by Dart Flipcards Inc. At least two varieties were available: one containing bubble gum, which featured Ash and Pikachu on the tin, and mints, which featured Charizard on the tin.
Pokémon Miniature Chocolate Boxes
Pokémon Meiji Miniature Chocolate Boxes is a Japan-exclusive, Pokémon-themed, dagashi-style candy product produced by the Meiji candy company.[34] Each small, cardboard-paper box contains candy as described on the front, and is decorated with artwork of various (but mainly Johto) Pokémon species on the front and back. The five flavors encompass yogurt tablets, Tsubu chocolate, strawberry tablets, "colorful", M&M-like chocolate, and lemon-flavored tablets.
Pokémon Movie Gummis
Packets of gummis featuring Pokémon characters were released by Meiji Japan to promote Giratina and the Sky Warrior.
Pokémon Pez Candy Refills
- See also: Pokémon PEZ dispensers
Pokémon Pez Candy Refills is a bag of ordinary PEZ candies released in 1999 featuring Pikachu, Psyduck, Blastoise, Charmander, Squirtle and Mew on the packaging.
Milk-and-Chocolate Flavored Pokémon Candies
The product was comprised of packets of hard candies---either milk-flavored or chocolate-flavored---which had the images of various Pokémon on them. The flavor of the candies within each packet could be distinguished by the color of the border; those with red borders had milk-flavored candies, and those with brown borders had chocolate-flavored ones.[35]
Pokémon Poké Balls
Pokémon Poké Balls are candy cases in the style of Poké Balls with candy included. They were manufactured by Bartons Candy in 2007.[36] Yellow, red, green, and blue candies are included, along with a figure. The Poké Balls include an Ultra Ball, a Nest Ball, a Repeat Ball and a Dive Ball. A Pikachu, Turtwig, Chimchar and Piplup figure is found in each, respectively.
Pokémon Popcorn Bucket
In celebration of the tenth anniversary of Pokémon, some Japanese movie theaters had a special Pokémon Popcorn Bucket during The Rise of Darkrai screenings. The bucket itself featured Pokémon from the movie: Pikachu, Dialga, Palkia, and Darkrai. The strap of the bucket showed many different Pokémon. At the top of the Poké Ball-shaped cover sat a detachable Pikachu cellphone charm. Free popcorn refills were offered on the bucket.[37]
Pokémon Popzoids
Pokémon Popzoids were a type of lollipop made around the year 2000 by Topps. Miniature figurines of Bulbasaur, Charmander, Psyduck, or Squirtle would be in the center of the lollipop, which acted like a magnifying glass.[38] This effect made the figures looks about twice as large as they actually are. All of this sits at top of a "collectible" stick, which has an oversized Pokémon logo on it.
Pokémon Rainbow Lollipops
Pokémon Rainbow Lollipops are made by Bartons Candy in 2007.[39] They are large, colorful lollipops. Each one includes a sticker: Palkia and Dialga, the Sinnoh starters, and their evolutions.
Pokémon Rolls
Pokémon Rolls were produced by General Mills under the Betty Crocker name and released in 1999.[40] The product is candy rolled into a flat strip, similar to the popular brand Fruit by the Foot. Pokémon Rolls came only in "Punch Red" flavor and were sold in packs of six. Each box included a special Meowth promotional card for a limited time.[41] Jonathan Yusen, marketing manager of Betty Crocker, stated the following in regards to the rolls: "In order to keep our fruit snacks fun and entertaining, we love to work with equities that are hot with kids."
Pokémon snack cakes
In Japan, several Pokémon-themed snack cakes have been manufactured. These include varieties such as "Togepi's Egg Bread", "Infernape's Curry Bread", "Arceus's Vanilla Steamed Cake", "Munchlax's Melon Bread", "Plusle's Strawberry Steamed Cake", "Minun's Chocolate Steamed Cake" and "Rayquaza's Ring Doughnut".
Pokémon Tube Top With Candy
Pokémon Tube Top With Candy is a plastic tube filled with candy manufactured by Bartons Candy.[42] A figure of either Chimchar or Turtwig is at the top of each tube. Yellow, red, green, and blue candies are included with each tube.
Pokémon Twist Pops
Pokémon Twist Pops are fruit flavored twisting candy sticks made in 1999 that feature a Pokémon on the caps. They include: Bulbasaur, Pikachu, Psyduck, and Snorlax.
Pokémon Valentines and Pops
- See also: Pokémon valentines
Pokémon Valentines and Pops is a bag featuring ten different valentine cards and ten heart-shaped lollies. It was released in 2008.
Pokémon Wonder Ball
Pokémon Wonder Ball was a variation of Nestle's Wonder Ball line that featured bite-size Pokémon candies inside a ball made of chocolate, along with a Pokémon sticker, made in 2001.[43]
Popsicle Pokémon
Popsicle Pokémon was the name given to Pokémon ice pops produced by Popsicle in the year 2000.[44] All ice pops contained strawberry and lemon flavoured ice, and came in the forms of Bulbasaur, Charmander, Gengar, Meowth, Pikachu, and Squirtle. The 3-ounce (89 mL) pops came in boxes of six, with each box containing just two of the available Pokémon shapes. The boxes had a suggested retail price of $2.99, and single servings were suggested to be priced between $0.75 and $1.00.
Pokémon Pineapple Chews and Battlecards
Each pack of the product has five pieces of pineapple-flavored candy. The candy comes in thin strips, similarly to sticks of bubble gum.[45] The candy wrappers act as "Pokémon battle cards", and feature 50 collectible designs, each printed with a different Pokémon. Each design has a symbol of rock, paper, or scissors in the top corner, allowing "battle" between different cards in the manner of the game "Rock, Paper, Scissors".[46]
Dinner/supper
Pokémon Beef Curry
Pokémon Beef Curry was a Pokémon-themed, beef-curry food product decorated with Pikachu. The cooking instructions were to simply microwave the box. It came with a Pikachu-themed plate to be served on.[47]
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Macaroni & Cheese
- Main article: Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Macaroni & Cheese
Pokémon: Diamond and Pearl Macaroni & Cheese was a product released by Kraft Foods in 2009. It is similar to regular Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, except the noodles are in the shapes of different types of Pokémon. There are six different varieties of Diamond & Pearl Macaroni, with each variety having a different Pokémon on the box and different Pokémon noodle shapes.
Pokémon Domino's Pizza Promotion
In 2008, Domino's Pizza locations in Japan sold Pokémon-themed pizzas in promotion of Giratina and the Sky Warrior.[48][49] Bundled with the promotional pizzas were stickers and a Pokémon plastic divider.[50]
Pokémon Macaroni & Cheese
Pokémon Macaroni & Cheese was a product released by Kraft Foods in January 2000.[51] It is similar to regular Kraft Macaroni & Cheese, except the noodles are in the shapes of different types of Pokémon. These Pokémon, Pikachu, Squirtle, Poliwhirl, Jigglypuff, Charmander, and Meowth, also appeared one at a time as the focal point on the front of each box. The other five Pokémon would appear in the background.
Pokémon Pasta Shapes in Tomato Sauce
- Main article: Pokémon Pasta Shapes in Tomato Sauce
Pokémon Pasta Shapes in Tomato Sauce was a product released by the H. J. Heinz Company beginning in the year 2000.[52] The product consists of pasta pieces shaped like various Pokémon characters, including Ash Ketchum, in a thick tomato sauce. Originally, the product was available in both a Red Version and a Blue Version, but the Red Version was later discontinued in favor of a Gold & Silver Version, which featured pasta shapes of Generation II Pokémon.
Pokémon Wonton Soup
Pokémon Wonton Soup is a soup that is available for purchase in Japan. The cup features Pokémon such as Pikachu, Piplup, Buneary, Prinplup, Monferno, Buizel, Pachirisu, Chingling, and Riolu.
Pokémon Noodle Ramen Soup
Pokémon Noodle Ramen Soup is a type of soup which is only sold in Japan. The soup has Pokémon themed kameboko along with the noodles in it. It also comes in different flavors like beef, seafood and soy.
Drinks
Pokémon: Diamond & Pearl Shan Meri
Pokémon: Diamond & Pearl Shan Meri is a non-alcoholic champagne sold in Japanese liquor stores during the holiday season.[53] The green grape-flavored beverage comes in a clear plastic bottle that is wrapped in packaging showing Pikachu, Manaphy, Turtwig, Piplup, Chimchar, Chatot, Mantyke and Buizel.
Pokémon Mirinda
Pokémon Mirinda is a limited-edition version of Mirinda soda. Released in Argentina during Generation I, it was sold at the price of $0.50ARS per can and seems to have only been available in the flavor of orange. Each can showed an image of a Pokémon or a human character from the anime. There is also a former promotion in which, after the purchase of a Mirinda two-liter and a Pepsi two-liter, the buyer receives a plastic cup which has a similar design to the special cans of Mirinda.
Pokémon Mix au Lait
Pokémon Mix au Lait is a beverage sold in Japan featuring Pokémon. The name "mix au lait" is French for "milk mix". Apparently the beverage tastes like chewing gum. It is sold at Pokémon Center Tokyo.
Pokémon Ramune
Pokémon Ramune is a carbonated drink sold in Japan and produced by Tonbo.[54] They are sold in bottles of 6.76oz (200mL). It is a simple combination of ingredients, using only carbonated water, high-fructose corn syrup, citric acid and artificial flavor.[55]
References
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