Pokemon might soon require government ID in Japan to prevent TCG scalping
The Pokemon Company is considering implementing government ID verification, specifically Japan's My Number Card, to combat scalping of its Trading Card Game products. This measure aims to ensure fair access to certain items, official events, and store purchases, starting in August 2026. The initiative is a response to the increasing prevalence of speculative purchasing and reselling, exacerbated by online personalities and limited edition releases.
- Entities
- Topic: Trading Card Game
- Company: McDonald's Japan
- Company: The Pokémon Company
- Game: Pokemon Trading Card Game
- Topic: Age Verification
- Topic: Scalping
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