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cardéria™ Ikebukuro Officially Recognized as a Pokémon Card Gym

In an exciting announcement, cardéria™ Ikebukuro, a trading card specialty store operated by Axel Mark Inc. based in Nakano, Tokyo, has achieved the status of a Pokémon Card Gym. This recognition allows the store to host official Pokémon trading card events, enhancing the overall experience for players and collectors.

With the certification from the Pokémon Trading Card Game, cardéria™ Ikebukuro joins an elite group of authorized stores that can conduct official tournaments, offer exclusive products, and run various promotional events. In addition to the Pokémon Card Game, cardéria™ already hosts tournaments for popular titles such as One Piece Card Game, Duel Masters, and Union Arena, providing a rich variety of opportunities for enthusiasts.

Starting September 2, 2025, cardéria™ Ikebukuro will kick off its official Pokémon Card Game tournaments. To celebrate this occasion, the store will also be running a giveaway campaign featuring popular boxes from four different card game titles. Participants can enter to win by following the official Twitter account (@carderia_ikb) and sharing the campaign posts. Each week will offer exciting prizes:

• - First round (Aug 27 - Sep 1): Pokémon Trading Card Game - Premium Trainer Box MEGA (1BOX)
• - Second round (Sep 1 - Sep 5): Choose from three boxes: Team Rocket's Glory, Super Electric Breaker, or Hot Wind Arena (1BOX)
• - Third round (Sep 4 - Sep 8): One Piece Card Game - Will Passed On (1BOX)
• - Fourth round (Sep 7 - Sep 11): Union Arena Series Box (1BOX)
• - Fifth round (Sep 11 - Sep 15): Duel Masters - Heroine BEST (1BOX)

This new Pokémon Card Gym status not only elevates the range of services offered by cardéria™ Ikebukuro but also encourages a thriving card gaming community. The store aims to cater to all player demographics, from beginners to competitive gamers, by offering a variety of engaging events. The goal is to foster the growth of the card game community as a whole.

Celebrating with Exciting Events

The Pokémon Gym accreditation ensures that the store's events are officially recognized, creating more engagement avenues for players. Numerous competitions and giveaways aim to attract a wide audience and provide memorable experiences to the players. From friendly matches for newcomers to high-stakes tournaments for seasoned players, cardéria™ Ikebukuro is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of its community.

Store Information

• - Store Name: cardéria™ Ikebukuro
• - Location: 19-10, Higashi Ikebukuro 1-chome, Toshima Ward, Tokyo, 2nd floor of Taiyo Building
• - Access: A five-minute walk from Ikebukuro Station East Exit
• - Official Twitter Account: Follow for updates (@carderia_ikb) cardéria™ Ikebukuro on Twitter

About cardéria™

Launched on March 12, 2025, cardéria™ represents a unique blend of a trading card shop and a comfortable café. With a warm wooden interior design and spacious display cases, it creates an inviting environment for both shopping and gameplay. The concept—“Card Community Café: Making the Future of Trading Cards More Comfortable and Fun”—aims to establish a thriving community where all customers, from core fans to beginners, can enjoy the world of trading cards.

Ultimately, cardéria™ Ikebukuro's official recognition as a Pokémon Card Gym marks a significant step in its mission to enhance the trading card experience in Japan. As it continues to provide a range of events, the store hopes to cultivate the love for trading cards among players and collectors alike.