The Pokémon Company International (TPCi) announced today that the Soda Pop plush line, which was originally exclusive to Japan, has begun launching in the US, Canada, and U.K. markets for the first time. Three plushies, Squirtle, Chamander, and Bulbasaur are available online now at Pokémon Centers, with more of the Soda Pop line planned to be added in the future. Cindy Ruppenthal, senior director of Pokémon Center and e-commerce at The Pokémon Company International, commented, "There is significant interest from Pokémon fans for unique, collectible merchandise originating in Japan, and the Pokémon Soda Pop Plush line is one of those special collections which resonates with fans around the world.”The Soda Pop plush line is designed in collaboration with Japanese illustrator and graphic designer F*Kaori, and is meant to invoke nostalgia with its retro, pastel style. The three Kanto starters are only the latest additions to the larger Soda Pop collection, whose Japan-exclusive predecessors include lots of other Pokémon plushies in the nostalgic style, and even TCG accessories and a notebook. Each 5 ½ to 6 inch plush is available via the Pokémon Center Online in Japan for ¥1,760 ($11.22 USD), and for $19.99 USD online in the US.
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