I've got good news and bad news for you. Let's start with the good news –
Remember when I shared with you that the original chubby Pikachu design made an appearance in Pokémon's 30th anniversary announcement trailer? Well, he has now materialized for a limited run.
The beloved buddy is life-sized at nearly 16 inches tall & is cuddle ready in his 1997 pre-Ozempic physique.
Yeah I'm definitely getting one. 📸 Takara Tomy
So, what's the bad news?
The bad news is that, as of right now, the plush is only available in Japan, sold by toy manufacturer Takara Tomy.
Plump Pikachu will be available to order on Saturday, February 28 for 7,480 yen (about $48.35 USD). Estimated shipping date details will be shared on Thursday, March 5.
You can sign up for notifications on Takara Tomy's website.
