Super Cute Poliwhirl Fan & Wobbuffet Shampoo Bottles Drop! Pokémon Center's New "Bathhouse" Merch Arrives Late March

The official Pokémon store, Pokémon Center, is a massive hit not just in Japan, but globally, with stores consistently packed with fans. The official team keeps the hype train rolling with themed merchandise series, including "Pokémon with Regional Forms" and the Easter-themed "Pokémon Botanical Easter" collection, both of which sparked immediate buying frenzies upon release.

Now, get ready for a splash! They've just announced a brand-new bathhouse-themed collection, the "Pokémon Sento" series. This time, they've teamed up with "Kerorin," the iconic yellow washbasin commonly found in Japanese hot spring bathhouses, to create a range of themed apparel and goods. Mark your calendars: this refreshing lineup hits Japanese Pokémon Center stores on March 29, 2025.

The "Pokémon Sento" series dives headfirst into the quintessential Japanese bathhouse experience. Imagine your favorite Pokémon running their own sento! The featured Pokémon include Raichu, Poliwhirl, Wobbuffet, Swampert, Toxicroak, and Bibarel, all starring in a fantastic array of apparel and merchandise. The official art for this series is absolutely adorable!

Pokémon Center has always nailed these themed collections, and this one, blending Japanese cultural vibes with the bathhouse theme, is no exception. The collaboration with the classic yellow "Kerorin Bucket" is a stroke of genius! This is a must-have for any fan who loves this unique style, perfect for both everyday use and adding to your collection.

(For those unfamiliar, the "Kerorin Bucket" is based on a pain reliever called "Kerorin" from Toyama Megumi Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. in Toyama Prefecture. Since 1963, it's been advertised in bathhouses, making the yellow bucket an iconic symbol of Japanese public baths. This year marks Kerorin's 100th anniversary, making this Pokémon collaboration even more special!)