Apple announced that it will hold a collaboration celebrating the 30th anniversary of Pokémon at all 11 Apple Store locations across Japan from Monday, November 16 to Monday, November 30, 2026.
During the campaign, each store will appear as a PokéStop in Pokémon GO and sell a special gift card featuring an Applin design.
Note: This article is based on information released in Japan.
Special Apple Gift Card Featuring an Applin Design Debuts! On Sale at All 11 Apple Store Locations Across Japan
💛Appleとポケモンがコラボレーション#ポケモン30周年 を記念して、「カジッチュ」の特別デザインギフトカードやiPhone用オリジナル壁紙が登場するほか、期間中は日本国内のApple Store直営店（全11店舗）が『Pokémon GO』の「ポケストップ」に！
『Apple Gift Card Pokémon Special Edition』… pic.twitter.com/lqipbXxzVi
— App Store Japan (@AppStoreJP) November 13, 2026
The Apple Gift Card Pokémon Special Edition, a gift card featuring a special Applin design, will go on sale at Apple Store retail locations across Japan.
Customers can load any amount ranging from 1,000 yen to 250,000 yen, with purchases limited to three cards per person.
Although the sales period runs from Monday, November 16 to Monday, November 30, 2026, quantities are limited, so please note that sales may end early once stock runs out.
Scanning the QR code on the back of the card lets users download all three exclusive iPhone wallpaper designs.
Alongside Applin, the lineup includes wallpaper designs featuring Pikachu, Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle.
All 11 Apple Store Locations Become Pokémon GO PokéStops
From Monday, November 16 to Monday, November 30, 2026, all Apple Store locations in Japan will appear in-game as PokéStops in Pokémon GO.
During each store's operating hours (10:00 AM – 9:00 PM), Mossy Lure Modules will remain continuously active at the participating PokéStops.
Additionally, tapping on apples found around the PokéStops gives lucky Trainers a chance to encounter Applin.
Participating Apple Store Locations
The PokéStop activation and gift card sales will take place at the following 11 stores:
- Apple Ginza
- Apple Marunouchi
- Apple Shinjuku
- Apple Shibuya
- Apple Omotesando
- Apple Kawasaki
- Apple Nagoya Sakae
- Apple Kyoto
- Apple Shinsaibashi
- Apple Osaka
- Apple Fukuoka
For full details, visit the Pokémon GO Official Website.
Note: This article is based on information released in Japan.