Pokémon Center Hiroshima's Gyarados Plaza is Oddly Not a Water Park

Author : Gabriella Feb 18,2025

Pokemon Center Hiroshima Relocates, Unveils Gyarados Plaza

Pokemon Center Hiroshima will temporarily close in March 2025, reopening at a new location in April 2025. A new Gyarados-themed playground, the Gyarados Plaza, will debut in March at a separate location.

New Location for Pokemon Center Hiroshima

The store's new address will be the second floor of Ekie, Hiroshima Station's north exit. Currently situated on the sixth floor of Sogo Hiroshima's Main Building, the store's move marks a significant change after its opening in June 2015.

Pokémon Center Hiroshima's Gyarados Plaza is Oddly Not a Water Park

Gyarados Plaza Opens at Soramoa Plaza

The Gyarados Plaza by Pokemon Center Hiroshima will open on March 24, 2025, on the rooftop of Soramoa Plaza, located within the new Minamoa building at Hiroshima Station. This playground features large Gyarados-themed play equipment. Advance reservations will be required for a limited time after opening; details will be available on the Minamoa website.

Pokémon Center Hiroshima's Gyarados Plaza is Oddly Not a Water Park

Poke-lun TV Nationwide Event

To celebrate Poke-lun TV surpassing 1 million subscribers, a nationwide event will be held at participating Pokemon Centers in Japan, including Hiroshima, before its closure. Fans can receive an exclusive sticker by providing a password from a December 19, 2024, Poke-lun TV YouTube video.

Pokémon Center Hiroshima's Gyarados Plaza is Oddly Not a Water Park

Select Pokemon Centers (Mega Tokyo, Osaka, and Okinawa) will also feature photo opportunities with Poke-lun TV hosts. This event runs from January 17, 2025, to February 16, 2025, and excludes Pokemon Stores, Pokemon Center Online, Pokemon Cafe, and Pikachu Sweets by Pokemon Cafe.

Pokémon Center Hiroshima's Gyarados Plaza is Oddly Not a Water Park

Remember to check the official websites for updated information and reservation details.