Announcing the winners of the 2023 Pokémon World Championships Pika Fiesta! hashtag campaign!!
Between August 5 (Sun) and 15 (Tue), many enthusiastic fans shared on social media pictures of themselves and their friends having fun with Pokémon, using the special campaign hashtags. Thanks to all of you who joined in on the fun and shared your pictures with us!
Our campaign committee has made sure to take a good look at every single submission – so many lovely pictures of so many different people having a great time with Pokémon!
After a thorough review, we are now able to present to you the winning pictures in each category!
Pika Pika Award (1 winning entry)
Prize: Set of 4 Worlds-exclusive Pokémon Plush
@Qoo Aiw Nantaphon
Jury’s Comment
During Pokémon Worlds 2023, the Yokohama Minatomirai area really was overflowing with Pokémon. This wholesome shot shows us such a special encounter with a kind Snorlax.
Just looking at it we can’t help but share in that joy as well!
Best Dresser Award (1 winning entry)
Prize: Backpack & Water bottle
@Ravisr Manomaivibul
Jury’s Comment
This trainer has really brought out the coolness factor of this competitor-exclusive backpack to the fullest!
Good Supporter Award (1 winning entry)
Prizes: Rubber Playmat, Damage Counter Dice Set & Dock Cover
@Chao-Wei Shih
Jury’s Comment
Looking over these spectators’ shoulders, this shot perfectly captures the emotion of watching the matches on stream.
Thank you for cheering for our players in Yokohama from across the sea!
Intense Battles Award (2 winning entries)
Prizes: Folding Fan and Towel
@Patcharapon Mono Pornvechumnuay
@wina1403
Jury’s Comment
While the Pokémon World Championships 2023 was unfolding, the local shops were as always hosting many intense battles between dedicated Pokémon TCG Players. These pictures really convey that burning passion connecting players in the community.
We are cheering for you all as you keep getting better every day, and we are looking forward to seeing you, again or for the first time, in an official event soon!
Friendship Award (4 winning pictures)
Prizes: Set of 4 Pins
@Redemptus Elmar
@generaladryan
@Tapu Brothers
@vincentiussalim
Jury’s Comment
Players made new memories, new connections, new friends and new rivals at the Pokémon Worlds 2023. These pictures commemorate these encounters, and carry in them the wish to meet again at next year’s Worlds.
(Special Award) Pokémon with YOU Award (2 winning pictures)
Prize: DOWASURE Series Psyduck Puppet Plush + ‘Mimikyu’s Disguise’ Towel
@Thossaporn Suwannapisit
@タマチャイ ゲーッスラポン
Jury’s Comment
We were blown away by the ingenuity of the scenes some of you were able to create featuring their Pokémon and themselves, so we made a special award just for the occasion!
(Special Award) Champ in the Making Award (1 winning picture)
Prize: Pikachu Ears Cap (Kids size) + Pikachu Mist Fan
@Kristian Sumurung Manurung
Jury’s Comment
We got to see many posts and pictures of Junior players during Pokémon Worlds 2023. All of these young players are bursting with potential, and this wholesome picture of a family looking ready to set on a new Pokémon adventure together really fills us with joy and excitement.
This campaign may be over, but we’re still looking forward to more pictures of all of you having fun with Pokémon – so don’t hold back, and keep sharing!
