Market outlook
Rising Outlook 6/10
30-day +23% price increase per price-base; nostalgia for Pichu/Pikachu line and collab exclusivity drive collector interest amid Pokémon TCG boom
Next months. Stable to slight rise with summer convention flips
Long term. Moderate appreciation as collab nostalgia grows, potential ¥10k+ graded 10 in 3 years if pop culture ties strengthen
History
Pichu is the pre-evolved form of Pikachu, known for its mischievous and playful personality in Pokémon lore. 'Ita zura zuki no Pichu' (Mischievous Pichu) highlights its cheeky nature, with an ability that randomly damages all Pokémon on either side via coin flip, reflecting its unpredictable, troublemaking behavior. This promo ties into fan-favorite electric mouse lineage.
May 2022, Japan, as part of the Pokémon Card Game collaboration project with YouTuber Hajime Syacho and apparel brand Graniph
- Distributed in sealed promo packs via the 2022 Hajime Syacho x Graniph collab, leading to varying outer bag conditions
- S-P promo cards are special full-art promos exclusive to Japanese events and collabs
- Ability 'Dotabata Party' affects all Pokémon including bench (ignoring weakness/resistance), making it a fun but risky play in casual decks
Rarity and print run
- Tier
- Rare
- Print run
- Low
- First printed in
- S-P Promotional Cards (Hajime Syacho x Graniph Collab)
- Demand
- Medium
- Supply
- Scarce
- Limited distribution via 2022 collab promo packs only
- No reprints, event-exclusive S-P series
- Rising graded population but raw copies remain hard to find mint
Collector notes
Condition. Check for edge wear, surface scratches from promo packaging, centering issues common in SP promos; outer bag creases/dirt often affect unopened copies; play copies show fingerprint marks or whitening on edges
Storage. Use semi-rigid holders or top loaders with sleeves; store unopened in cool, dry place away from light to preserve bag integrity; avoid stacking heavy items on promo packaging
Authenticity. Verify holographic pattern and sharp text; fakes have blurry coin iconography or incorrect foil shimmer; check official promo stamp; graded/graded grading confirms authenticity; cross-reference with Card Rush or Hareruya listings for holo matching
Sources: cardrush-pokemon.jp, price-base.com, hareruya2.com, snkrdunk.com, cs-collect.com