The Pokémon Company and Taiwan’s EasyCard Corporation have launched an officially licensed Ultra Ball-shaped EasyCard that functions as a contactless payment card for public transit and retail payments in Taiwan.
The collectible accessory is available at FamilyMart convenience stores across Taiwan for NT$350 (approximately US$13).
When tapped for payment, the Ultra Ball EasyCard emits a green light to indicate a successful transaction.
EasyCard is Taiwan’s widely used contactless smartcard for urban transit and small-value retail payments, and this new Ultra Ball design combines that functionality with Pokémon-branded collectible appeal.
The Pokémon Company, which manages the franchise’s licensing and merchandising, collaborated with EasyCard Corporation to produce the themed card as part of its ongoing merchandise efforts tied to the global Pokémon brand.
Collectors and commuters can use the card for the same services supported by standard EasyCards.
Details at a glance:
- Product: Ultra Ball-shaped EasyCard (Pokémon-themed contactless payment card)
- Availability: On sale now at FamilyMart stores in Taiwan
- Price: NT$350 (~US$13)
- Feature: Green light illuminates when used for payments
This release follows a long-standing pattern of Pokémon merchandise intersecting with everyday consumer products; Pokémon remains a flagship intellectual property with a broad licensing program.
The franchise’s core video games continue to be prominent on Nintendo platforms, including recent titles on the Nintendo Switch, while The Pokémon Company oversees non-game partnerships such as this EasyCard collaboration.
For consumers and collectors, the Ultra Ball EasyCard provides both practical utility on Taiwan’s transport networks and collectible value for fans.
Retail availability at FamilyMart makes the card broadly accessible to residents and visitors alike.
As with other EasyCard products, users should be able to register and manage balances and transactions through the existing EasyCard infrastructure.
This item is a combination of licensed Pokémon branding and Taiwan’s established contactless payment system, offering a functional collectible for commuters and fans.
For purchase and activation details, customers should consult FamilyMart Taiwan or EasyCard Corporation channels.
The collectible accessory is available at FamilyMart convenience stores across Taiwan for NT$350 (approximately US$13).
When tapped for payment, the Ultra Ball EasyCard emits a green light to indicate a successful transaction.
EasyCard is Taiwan’s widely used contactless smartcard for urban transit and small-value retail payments, and this new Ultra Ball design combines that functionality with Pokémon-branded collectible appeal.
The Pokémon Company, which manages the franchise’s licensing and merchandising, collaborated with EasyCard Corporation to produce the themed card as part of its ongoing merchandise efforts tied to the global Pokémon brand.
Collectors and commuters can use the card for the same services supported by standard EasyCards.
Details at a glance:
- Product: Ultra Ball-shaped EasyCard (Pokémon-themed contactless payment card)
- Availability: On sale now at FamilyMart stores in Taiwan
- Price: NT$350 (~US$13)
- Feature: Green light illuminates when used for payments
This release follows a long-standing pattern of Pokémon merchandise intersecting with everyday consumer products; Pokémon remains a flagship intellectual property with a broad licensing program.
The franchise’s core video games continue to be prominent on Nintendo platforms, including recent titles on the Nintendo Switch, while The Pokémon Company oversees non-game partnerships such as this EasyCard collaboration.
For consumers and collectors, the Ultra Ball EasyCard provides both practical utility on Taiwan’s transport networks and collectible value for fans.
Retail availability at FamilyMart makes the card broadly accessible to residents and visitors alike.
As with other EasyCard products, users should be able to register and manage balances and transactions through the existing EasyCard infrastructure.
This item is a combination of licensed Pokémon branding and Taiwan’s established contactless payment system, offering a functional collectible for commuters and fans.
For purchase and activation details, customers should consult FamilyMart Taiwan or EasyCard Corporation channels.
