Yamada Heiando, a renowned lacquerware brand, has delighted Pokémon fans by releasing three uniquely designed bowls inspired by the Chinese Zodiac. Dive into the details of these captivating bowls!

Spend Dinner with Handcrafted Pokemon Bowls

Featuring Pikachu, Ekans, and Dragonite

Yamada Heiando, a celebrated Japanese lacquerware brand, has teamed up with The Pokémon Company to craft these special bowls, each representing a Chinese Zodiac animal through traditional techniques. The chosen Pokémon are Pikachu (rat), Ekans (snake), and Dragonite (dragon).

These bowls are not just a feast for the eyes; they are described by the lacquerware company as "gentle guardians watching over you and your children as you spend dinner with them." Yamada Heiando focuses on the joy of families, especially babies and children, with the hope that "this product will become a vessel that allows you to watch and rejoice together in your child’s happy daily growth."

Each bowl comes with a symbolic meaning tied to a child's development: Pikachu embodies kindness, Ekans represents growth, and Dragonite stands for openness.

These beautifully crafted bowls were an instant hit, selling out within hours of their launch on January 17, 2025. If you missed out, don't worry—another sale is scheduled for January 31, but remember, you're limited to purchasing two items per person.

Each set is priced at 16,500 JPY, which converts to approximately $105 USD. International shipping is available, though additional charges may apply based on packaging size, peak season surcharges, and aviation fuel prices.

Yamada Heiando has hinted at future releases of other Pokémon-themed zodiac bowls, so mark your calendar for January 31st to secure your set!

Pokemon Center’s Exclusive Eevee Evolutions Figures

In addition to the zodiac bowls, The Pokémon Company released an exclusive Pokémon Center figure set featuring Eevee's evolutions on January 16, 2025. The Pokémon Center, the official online store, is your go-to place for a wide range of Pokémon-themed products.

The "Evolving Personalities Figure" line kicks off with Jolteon, Flareon, and Vaporeon, with plans to release the other Eeveelutions in groups of three throughout the year. Each Pokémon is imbued with a unique personality: Jolteon is skillful, Flareon is satisfied, and Vaporeon is playful. The remaining Eeveelutions will also have distinct personality traits assigned to them.

These exclusive figures are available for purchase on the Pokémon Center website at $29.99 USD. Keep an eye out for updates, as a limited edition version is teased for the future.