Experience the ultra-cute power of 1,000 Pikachu at Japan’s pop-up event

By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Department, compiled and reported by Liao Qiyu
 

In 2014, Japan saw the “Pikachu Big Bang” campaign, where thousands of Pikachu took over the streets of Yokohama, their adorable appearance sparking huge buzz. In August 2015, thousands of Pikachu returned for another flash mob in the Minato Mirai 21 area of Yokohama, delivering a series of eye-catching performances to let all visitors to Yokohama feel the ultra-cute power of Pikachu.

This year’sDance“Massive Pikachu Spawn!”8flash mob event runs from8August8to16October1000, with 1,000 Pikachu dancing and partying together in the Minato Mirai area. Performances will take place at eight locations, including a “Pikachu Super Dance Group” at the landmark square, a “Pikachu Ferris Wheel” in Yokohama, and a “Pikachu Station” at Sakuragicho Station featuring a “Pikachu Train,” transforming the entire Yokohama area into a Pikachu paradise.Cosmo WorldThere will be the "Pikachu Ferris Wheel,"JRand Sakuragicho Station will transform into "Pikachu Station" with the "Pikachu Train," among eight locations hosting performances, turning all of Yokohama into a Pikachu wonderland in an instant.