{
  "id": 7764817,
  "title": "Shaymin joins Pikachu as face of Pokémon Center Bangkok",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/shaymin-joins-pikachu-as-face-of-pokemon-center-bangkok",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-16T10:36:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Khaosod English",
    "slug": "khaosod-english",
    "url": "https://www.khaosodenglish.com/tech/2026/09/16/shaymin-joins-pikachu-as-face-of-pokemon-center-bangkok/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Mythical Pokémon Shaymin has been selected as the signature Pokémon for the upcoming Pokémon Center Bangkok, which is scheduled to open in December 2026 at centralwOrld. The new Pokémon Center will be situated on the sixth floor of centralwOrld, providing fans with an opportunity to immerse themselves in a dedicated Pokémon-themed environment and purchase a diverse selection of official Pokémon merchandise. Shaymin, also known as the Gratitude Pokémon, will be the signature Pokémon for the Bangkok store. The Pokémon Center Bangkok logo will feature both Pikachu, the franchise's mascot, and Shaymin, the Mythical Pokémon known as the Gratitude Pokémon, smiling together. The future store is anticipated to serve as a new location for Pokémon enthusiasts in Thailand to obtain official merchandise and engage in Pokémon experiences when it opens in December 2026.",
  "summary": "BANGKOK — Mythical Pokémon Shaymin has been chosen as the signature Pokémon for Pokémon Center BANGKOK, which is set to open in December 2026 at centralwOrld. The new Pokémon Center will be located on the sixth floor of centralwOrld, offering fans the chance to explore a dedicated Pokémon-themed space and shop for a wide range […] The post Shaymin joins Pikachu as face of Pokémon Center Bangkok…",
  "key_points": [
    "Mythical Pokémon Shaymin chosen as Bangkok Pokémon Center's signature Pokémon",
    "Pokémon Center Bangkok set to open in December 2026 at centralwOrld",
    "Store logo will feature Pikachu and Shaymin together"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}