Japan's Pokémon Event Timeline
The Pokémon timeline offers a nostalgic journey through the significant events that have shaped the Pokémon universe, highlighting the launch of iconic games, memorable anime episodes, and legendary card releases. note that some details are drawn from my memory, so there may be occasional inaccuracies.
Oct 15, 1997
Pocket Monsters Card Game Illustration Artist Contest
The ultimate promo card that Pocket Monsters Card Game Illustration Artist Contest
Nov 21, 1997
Pokemon Card Game 4th Expansion Pack Team Rocket
For the first time, "bad Pokémon" with low HP but powerful moves were included. Special energies such as Rainbow Energy were also added. Also, for the first time, cards with a rarity higher than ★ were included.
Dec 10, 1997
Cool Polygon: "Get a Nintendo 64 Double Campaign" Gift Card
During the campaign, people who bought a Nintendo 64 console were given a special mount with a set of two cards, one of which was "Cool Polygon."
Dec 10, 1997
Gourmet Snorlax: "Get a Double Nintendo 64 Campaign" Gift Card
During the campaign, those who bought a Nintendo 64 console received a special card with a set of two cards, one of which was "Gourmet Snorlax."
Dec 19, 1997
Pokémon Card Game Team Rocket Gift Pack
Pokémon Card Game 4th expansion pack A gift pack made up of Team Rocket cards.