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Pokemon and toy brand Takara Tomy released the ultimate in digital pet toy last year, and I can't stop thinking about it. While typical Tamagotchi-style toys only allow you to just stare at your pixelated baby through a small screen, the Pokemon Poke-nade Monster Ball allows you to actually pet Pikachu, or at least simulate it by rubbing the top of its Poke Ball exterior.

I've been collecting the Pokemon merch since the '90s, so I'm aware this isn't the first Tamagotchi-style toy Pikachu has appeared in. Back then, we had the Pocket Pikachu that counted your steps and let you raise a small mesh of pixels that was meant to represent everyone's favorite electric mouse. But this Poke-nade Monster Ball is the version is a big step up from what we had in the 90s – I just wish it wasn't a Japan exclusive.

The Pokemon Poke-nade was released in Japan in October 2025 and has since then remained available only in Japan. You can unofficially grab it at second-hand auction sites like eBay, but I've spotted it listed for upwards of $99.99 (eBay), which is a big markup from its ¥7,480 MSRP (approximately $48.30).

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Milk-Bone Mini's Flavor Snacks Dog Treats, 36 Ounce

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Amazon Basics Dog Poop Leak Proof Bags with Dispenser and Leash Clip, Unscented, 13" x 9" Large Size, 300 Count

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Good ‘n’ Fun Triple Flavor Kabobs Chews for All Dogs, 24 Ounces, Treat Your Dog to Long-Lasting Chews Made from Beef Hide, Real Chicken, Pork Hide, Duck and Chicken Liver

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ARM & HAMMER Clump & Seal SLIDE Platinum Multi-Cat Clumping Cat Litter, 14-Day Odor Control, EZ Clean Technology, 18 lbs – No Scrubbing, Powerful Odor Eliminator

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Purina Fancy Feast Grilled Wet Cat Food Seafood Collection in Wet Cat Food Variety Pack - (Pack of 24) 3 oz. Cans

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$22.86 (as of February 21, 2026 20:16 GMT -06:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)