The Pokémon Company has expanded its Pokémon Fit plush series with two Mythical Pokémon: Meltan and its evolution, Melmetal.
The company announced the new palm-sized Pokémon Fit plushes on June 26, 2026 via its official Japanese Twitter account, confirming availability at Pokémon Center locations in Japan beginning Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Official announcement and availability
In a June 26 post on the official Japanese Pokémon account, The Pokémon Company stated that the new hand-sized Pokémon Fit plushes of Meltan and Melmetal will go on sale at Pokémon Center stores from July 11, 2026.
The company also indicated that international pre-orders are expected to appear on Amazon Japan closer to the release window, which is common practice for Pokémon Center merchandise launches.
Product line context
Pokémon Fit is a series of palm-sized plush toys produced and sold by The Pokémon Company through Pokémon Center retail locations and the Pokémon Center online store in Japan.
The line focuses on compact, collectible plushies aimed at fans and collectors, and the Meltan/Melmetal additions continue a trend of rotating characters tied to the broader Pokémon brand.
About Meltan and Melmetal
Both Meltan and Melmetal were first introduced in Pokémon GO in 2018 as a pair of Mythical Pokémon that expanded the mobile game’s roster.
Meltan is notable for its distinct design and was later given an evolution in Melmetal, a rare case of a new evolution tied closely to Pokémon GO’s mechanics and promotional events.
Why this matters to Nintendo and fans
While the Pokémon Fit plush range is physical merchandise rather than software, the Pokémon franchise spans mobile hits like Pokémon GO and major console titles on Nintendo Switch.
Merchandise rollouts often coincide with broader brand activity around games, events, or seasonal promotions, and Pokémon Center releases regularly attract attention from collectors and fans worldwide.
Where to buy and preorder notes
The primary launch is via Pokémon Center stores and the Pokémon Center online shop in Japan.
International buyers should monitor Amazon Japan listings for pre-order availability as the release date approaches.
For collectors, these Pokémon Fit items typically sell through official retail channels and can sell out quickly depending on demand.
If you follow Pokémon merchandise closely, this release adds two popular Mythical characters to a long-running plush line.
Fans and collectors aiming to secure Meltan and Melmetal Pokémon Fit plushies should check Pokémon Center announcements and Amazon Japan pre-order pages as July 11, 2026 approaches.
The company announced the new palm-sized Pokémon Fit plushes on June 26, 2026 via its official Japanese Twitter account, confirming availability at Pokémon Center locations in Japan beginning Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Official announcement and availability
In a June 26 post on the official Japanese Pokémon account, The Pokémon Company stated that the new hand-sized Pokémon Fit plushes of Meltan and Melmetal will go on sale at Pokémon Center stores from July 11, 2026.
The company also indicated that international pre-orders are expected to appear on Amazon Japan closer to the release window, which is common practice for Pokémon Center merchandise launches.
Product line context
Pokémon Fit is a series of palm-sized plush toys produced and sold by The Pokémon Company through Pokémon Center retail locations and the Pokémon Center online store in Japan.
The line focuses on compact, collectible plushies aimed at fans and collectors, and the Meltan/Melmetal additions continue a trend of rotating characters tied to the broader Pokémon brand.
About Meltan and Melmetal
Both Meltan and Melmetal were first introduced in Pokémon GO in 2018 as a pair of Mythical Pokémon that expanded the mobile game’s roster.
Meltan is notable for its distinct design and was later given an evolution in Melmetal, a rare case of a new evolution tied closely to Pokémon GO’s mechanics and promotional events.
Why this matters to Nintendo and fans
While the Pokémon Fit plush range is physical merchandise rather than software, the Pokémon franchise spans mobile hits like Pokémon GO and major console titles on Nintendo Switch.
Merchandise rollouts often coincide with broader brand activity around games, events, or seasonal promotions, and Pokémon Center releases regularly attract attention from collectors and fans worldwide.
Where to buy and preorder notes
The primary launch is via Pokémon Center stores and the Pokémon Center online shop in Japan.
International buyers should monitor Amazon Japan listings for pre-order availability as the release date approaches.
For collectors, these Pokémon Fit items typically sell through official retail channels and can sell out quickly depending on demand.
If you follow Pokémon merchandise closely, this release adds two popular Mythical characters to a long-running plush line.
Fans and collectors aiming to secure Meltan and Melmetal Pokémon Fit plushies should check Pokémon Center announcements and Amazon Japan pre-order pages as July 11, 2026 approaches.
