Pokémon Astronomical Observatory
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| Location | Japan | |||
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| Operated by | National Astronomical Observatory of Japan | |||
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Pokémon Astronomical Observatory (Japanese: ポケモン天文台 Pokémon Astronomical Observatory) is a traveling astronomy exhibit themed around the Pokémon franchise. It is organized in partnership with the National Astronomical Observatory of Japan (NAOJ), an astronomy research institution in the country. By drawing parallels to the ecology of various Pokémon, the exhibit will provide education on astronomy and various celestial bodies, such as the Sun, the Moon, and faraway galaxies.[1] Its mascot is Stargazer Pikachu (Japanese: ほしぞらピカチュウ Starry Sky Pikachu).[2]
The exhibits will feature explanation panels in both Japanese and English.[1]
The initiative is produced by "My First Pokémon Project", a team within The Pokémon Company that was established in August 2018 and is responsible for various Pokémon experiences geared towards children, including the traveling paleontology exhibit Pokémon Fossil Museum.[3] The exhibit at the Kenshin Koriyama Cultural Center (Fukushima) is considered as part of the Pokémon 30th Anniversary.[4]
Organizer/Cooperation
- Organizer: National Astronomical Observatory of Japan of the National Institutes of Natural Sciences, host museums, and NHK Promotion
- Project Collaboration/Pokémon Display Production: The Pokémon Company
- General Supervision: National Astronomical Observatory of Japan
- Cooperation: JAXA
Venue
Key artwork
- Dates: November 1, 2025 - January 12, 2026
- Kenshin Koriyama Cultural Center (Fukushima)
- Dates: April 11, 2026 ~ June 14, 2026
- Kakuda Denen Hall (Miyagi)
- Dates: July 5, 2026 ~ September 15, 2026
- Toyohashi Museum of Natural History (Aichi)
- Dates: September 21, 2026 ~ December 6, 2026
- Nagasaki Museum of History and Culture (Nagasaki)
- Dates: December 25, 2026 ~ February 28, 2027
- Tottori Prefectural Museum (Tottori)
- Dates: April 2, 2027 ~ May 23, 2027
Sections
The exhibit is divided into five sections:
- Section 1: From the Observatory to the Universe (天文台から宇宙へ)
- Section 2: Approach the Familiar Universe (身近な宇宙にせまる)
- Section 3: See the Unseen Universe (見えない宇宙を見る)
- Section 4: Earth, the Planet of Life (生命の星地球)
- Section 5: Challenge the Unknown Mysteries (未知なる謎にいどむ)
A Minior Tunnel (メテノトンネル) connects the third and fourth section.
Gallery
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Stargazer Pikachu artwork -
Stargazer Pikachu artwork -
Stargazer Pikachu artwork -
Stargazer Pikachu artwork -
Artwork of Cosmog -
Pokémon Astronomical Observatory key artwork (alternate version) -
Pokémon Astronomical Observatory key artwork (alternate version) -
Transparent logo -
30th Anniversary logo for Cosmog
Merchandise
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"Stargazer Pikachu" plush (¥2,750) -
Pokémon Astronomical Observatory Illustrated Book (¥1,980) -
Postcards (4 variants) (¥165 each) -
Holographic postcards (4 variants) (¥385) -
A4 clear file folder (2 variants) (¥528 each) -
Notebooks (2 variants) (¥660 each) -
Memo set (¥1,100) -
Die-cut stickers (4 variants) (¥660 each) -
Button badges (7 variants + 1 secret variant) (¥605 each) -
Clear pouch (2 variants) (¥1,045 each) -
Perpetual calendar (¥1,650) -
Space food (3 variants) (¥1,080 each) -
NAOJ clear file folder (¥550) -
NAOJ large sticker (¥825) -
Drawstring bags (2 variants) (¥1,100 each) -
Towel handkerchiefs (2 variants) (¥660 each) -
Magnets (3 variants) (¥715 each) -
Tote bags (2 variants) (¥4,950 each) -
Acrylic keychains (2 variants) (¥770 each) -
Tag acrylic keychain (¥770) -
BIG silhouette T-shirt Medium Size (3 variants) (¥4,950 each) -
T-shirt 140cm (3 variants) (¥4,620 each) -
Planisphere (¥935) -
Acrylic clips (2 variants) (¥825 each) -
Constellation Star Piece chocolate (1,080) -
Meteor Shower candy (¥1,080) -
Ballpoint pens (3 variants) (¥605 each) -
NAOJ BIG silhouette T-shirt Medium Size (¥5,500) -
NAOJ T-shirt 140cm (¥5,280) -
NAOJ holographic keychain (¥880) -
Printed Cookies (¥1,620) -
Color-Changing Mug (¥2,530) -
Shopping Bag (¥1,650) -
Glow-in-the-dark wall stickers (¥1,320) -
Jirachi coaster (promotional item)
Related articles
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 特別企画展「ポケモン天文台」Pokémon Astronomical Observatory Official Website
- ↑ Stargazer Pikachu is OBSERVING! - Pokémon Pickup Japan - Facebook
- ↑ (August 7, 2025). "ポケモンと宇宙を学ぶ企画展「ポケモン天文台」開催 国立天文台初の試み." KAI-YOU.
- ↑ 30th|Pokémon Official Site Retrieved April 16, 2026.
External links
- Official website (Japanese)
Museums
- Sagamihara City Museum
- Official website (Japanese)
- Kenshin Koriyama Cultural Center
- Pokémon Astronomical Observatory subpage (Japanese)
- Kakuda Denen Hall
- Pokémon Astronomical Observatory subpage (Japanese)
- Toyohashi Museum of Natural History
- Pokémon Astronomical Observatory subpage (Japanese)
- Nagasaki Museum of History and Culture
- Official Website (English)
- Exhibit information (Japanese)
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