You don’t have to travel across that land or search far and wide for Pokémon… just catch ‘em all in Singapore! Here’s our guide to all things Pokémon that you can find here.
Besides Disney, Pokémon is another media mix franchise that everyone loves. The Japanese brand, an abbreviation of ‘Pocket Monsters’, was created in 1996. The franchise began as a video game before branching into other media. Fun fact – currently, there are over 900 Pokémon species. Plus did you know 27 February is Pokémon Day? With so much Pokémon merch available, where does one start? We’ve compiled this guide on where you can catch ’em all in Singapore.
Where to catch Pokémon in Singapore
1. Snorlax and Pikachu appear at the Singapore Cable Car
Love the Singapore Cable Car and Pokémon? We have good news – from now till 30 April 2024, not only has the Singapore Cable Car been revamped with super-cool Pokémon-themed cabins (67, to be precise!). It’s not just the outside either; nope, you can also take your pick from unique interior designs, featuring Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle, as well as Pikachu and Snorlax! You’ll also get to see life-sized 3D models of a 2.1-metre Snorlax and cute 1.3-metre Pikachu even before you embark on your Pokémon cable car adventure.
2. Crocs x Pokémon
Pikachu, I ‘shoes’ you! Whether you or your kids are huge Pokémon fans, the Crocs Pokémon collection will delight Pokémon lovers of all ages with their classic clogs and Pokémon Jibbitz sets! Go catch ’em all and customise them to your liking – choose from a poke ball to Pokémon character Jibbitz like Pikachu, Psyduck, Eevee, Squirtle, Charmander and more.
3. Samsung Singapore
Look who’s joined the Poké-mania! Samsung Singapore has themed accessories for its Galaxy Z Flip4 5G, Galaxy Buds2 Pro, and Galaxy Watch5 Series. The collection features the iconic red and white Poké Ball and Generation 1 characters you know and love. We’re most excited about the Galaxy Buds2Pro earbuds cover – it resembles an actual Poké Ball! The accessories are available exclusively through Samsung Online Store and Samsung Experience Stores now.
4. Scoot
Why catch a flight on a regular aeroplane when you can take off on the Pikachu Jet? In celebration of Scoot’s 10th anniversary, the carrier introduced the Pokémon Air Adventures, which features exclusive livery and themed in-flight experience. You can also purchase original Scoot x Pokémon merchandise. Flights depart from Singapore to Tokyo and Seoul, and Taipei; get the flight info here.
5. OREO Pokémon cookies & merchandise
Pikachu-printed OREOs? Yes please! The OREO Pokémon collection has landed in Singapore islandwide, with 16 different designs of OREO Pokémon cookies, featuring Pikachu, Charmander, Piplup, and many more! Each pack is randomly filled with OREO Pokémon cookies, and some designs are rarer than others (the Mew cookie is the hardest to find!). These cookies come in many flavours including Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, and the new Chocolate Banana, a special edition Pikachu-inspired flavour. Every purchase of an OREO Pokémon multipack will also include a photocard featuring the 16 different Pokémon in the collection. Make sure to also keep your eyes peeled for an upcoming OREO Pokémon launch event at VivoCity, from 18 to 24 March 2024!
6. Zenyum Pokémon toothbrushes
What better way to encourage dental hygiene than with cute Pokémon toothbrushes? Zenyum has launched their ZenyumSonic Go Pokémon electric toothbrushes featuring Pikachu, Charmander, Squirtle and Bulbasaur! We love that they have three unique cleaning modes, are super travel-friendly and even have a two-minute smart timer to keep you brushing long enough for a good, deep clean.
7. Pokémon Center Singapore
Arguably the best place to find all things Pokémon is the Pokémon Center in Jewel – the first Pokémon Center in the world outside of Japan! Find plushies, stationery, video games and more all under one roof, plus there’s always a chance to meet Pokémon mascots on special days!
Are you ready to catch ’em all? Good luck!
This article was originally written by Sufyan Saad in 2022 and updated by Syazana Hishamuddin in 2024.