{"product_id":"pokemon-card-game-ana-special-pikachu-larvitar-004-p-005-p-promo-nintendo-2001","title":"Pokemon Card Game ANA Special Pikachu Larvitar 004\/P 005\/P promo Nintendo 2001","description":"\u003c!-- hdc-thin-desc-enhanced-2026-05-09 --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing features the Pokemon Card Game ANA Special Pikachu and Larvitar promotional set, numbered 004\/P and 005\/P, released by Nintendo in 2001. Distributed through All Nippon Airways (ANA) as part of a special in-flight and airline-related promotion, these cards represent a unique intersection between Pokemon collecting and Japanese travel culture. Because they were only available through ANA channels for a limited period, they never entered general retail distribution, which is exactly why long-time collectors continue to seek them out more than two decades after their initial release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe set includes two promotional cards drawn from the Pokemon franchise: Pikachu, the iconic mascot of the series, and Larvitar, the Rock\/Ground-type Pokemon introduced in the second generation (Gold and Silver era). The promo numbering — 004\/P for one card and 005\/P for the other — places them within Japan's \"P\" promotional card series, a system used by Nintendo and later The Pokemon Company to catalog special-issue cards distributed outside of standard booster sets. Being dated 2001, these cards align with the height of the Neo-era Pokemon TCG in Japan, a period highly favored by vintage card collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eANA promotional Pokemon items hold a specific place in collector circles because they were produced in cooperation with a major Japanese airline rather than sold in stores. This kind of tie-in promotion is characteristic of how Pokemon merchandise was distributed in Japan in the late 1990s and early 2000s, when regional exclusives, campaign giveaways, and corporate partnerships created a rich tapestry of hard-to-find items. Pre-owned Pokemon cards sourced directly from Japan are especially valued because they originate from the market where the franchise was created, and because Japanese print runs are widely regarded for their production quality. For collectors building a complete Japanese promo (P) run, or focusing on Pikachu variants and early Larvitar appearances, this ANA set is a notable piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a pre-owned collectible, this item has been visually inspected before listing and will ship from Japan. Because it is a promotional card set from 2001, the original packaging (if included) and the cards themselves may show signs of age, storage, or light handling consistent with their years. We do not claim mint, gem mint, or factory-sealed condition unless specifically noted, and buyers should review the listing photos as the primary reference for the actual condition of the item being sold. Any wear, edge softness, or surface marks visible in the photos are part of what you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDisplayed together, the Pikachu 004\/P and Larvitar 005\/P cards make a striking pair that captures a very specific moment in Pokemon history — a time when the franchise's expansion into everyday Japanese life meant that even airline passengers could receive exclusive TCG cards. Whether slabbed and graded, sleeved in a binder alongside other Japanese promos, or arranged in a display frame for a themed collection, this set offers both nostalgic and historical appeal. For fans of Pikachu variants, of the Johto region's pseudo-legendary Larvitar line, or of Japan-exclusive Pokemon promotions, it fills a category that is genuinely difficult to complete through normal channels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis listing is offered by HD Toys Store Japan, shipping internationally from Japan. If you collect vintage Pokemon TCG cards, Japanese promotional releases, or corporate tie-in Nintendo merchandise from the early 2000s, the ANA Special Pikachu and Larvitar 004\/P 005\/P set is a meaningful addition to a serious collection. Please refer to the product photos for the specific condition of the cards on offer, and feel free to reach out with any questions before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- \/hdc-thin-desc-enhanced-2026-05-09 --\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pre-owned item has been carefully inspected and is shipped directly from Japan with tracking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped from Japan with tracking number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully inspected for authenticity and condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-owned condition documented with detailed photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure packaging for international shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-Owned\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is also available on eBay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin:18px 0;padding:12px 16px;background:#f8f9fa;border-left:3px solid #1976D2;border-radius:4px;font-size:13px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin:0 0 6px 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrowse more Trading Cards from Japan:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/trading-cards?utm_source=product-page\u0026amp;utm_medium=description\u0026amp;utm_campaign=product-collection-cross-link\" style=\"color:#1976D2;text-decoration:none;\"\u003eView our Trading Cards collection →\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!--hdc-catalog-cta--\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:1.4em;padding:1em 1.2em;background:#f0fdf4;border-radius:10px;border-left:4px solid #16a34a;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e🔍 Pokemon の他のキャラクターをお探しですか？\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e当店カタログで Pokemon の作品一覧を見て、 欲しいアイテムを手配リクエストできます。\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hdtoysjapan.com\/pages\/catalog-pokemon\" style=\"display:inline-block;margin-top:.5em;color:#16a34a;font-weight:bold;\"\u003e▶ Pokemon のカタログを見る\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/hdtoysjapan.com\/blogs\/blog\/buy-authentic-pokemon-cards-from-japan-your-ultimate-guide?utm_source=store-internal\u0026amp;utm_medium=internal-link\u0026amp;utm_campaign=proxy_kw\" style=\"display:inline-block;margin-top:.35em;color:#16a34a;\"\u003e📘 Buy Authentic Pokémon Cards from Japan: Your Ultimate Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HD Toys Store Japan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45579840094277,"sku":"EB-127658564214","price":863.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0724\/9284\/3077\/files\/s-l1600_2f0da290-5a17-4454-95fe-460938155ef1.jpg?v=1787158513","url":"https:\/\/hdtoysjapan.com\/products\/pokemon-card-game-ana-special-pikachu-larvitar-004-p-005-p-promo-nintendo-2001","provider":"HD Toys Store Japan","version":"1.0","type":"link"}