Why Japanese Pokemon Card Prices are Pumping in Japan

Japanese Pokemon cards are pumping right now and the gap between Japanese and US prices is getting crazy. Same exact Japanese 151 sealed booster box is going for as of 4/25 over 40% more for the same product. In this video I break down exactly what's driving it: 30th anniversary anticipation, global demand from inbound tourists and East/Southeast Asian buyers, proxy buying platforms like Buyee, and the Oripa mystery pack craze that's lighting up local card shops. All signs point to demand accelerating since mid-March. No one knows how long this trend lasts but I'll keep watching the data and posting updates. If this kind of market breakdown is your thing, hit subscribe and the bell so you don't miss the next one. Drop your thoughts in the comments — are you buying or waiting it out? #pokemontcg #japanesepokemoncards #pokemon151