Pokémon Ecology Encyclopedia: New Official Book Explores the Science of Over 1,000 Pokémon Species

The Pokémon Company Unveils 'Pokémon Ecology Encyclopedia'—A Comprehensive Research Book Releasing June 2025 Long celebrated for its imaginative world of creatures and exploration, the Pokémon franchise is now charting new territory in scientific literacy and fandom engagement.

The Pokémon Company has officially announced the 'Pokémon Ecology Encyclopedia,' a forthcoming publication that will serve as an extensive reference on the natural history of over 1,000 Wild Pokémon.

This new book aims to deepen fans’ understanding of the Pokémon universe by exploring the ecology, habitats, and behaviors of its famous creatures through an academic lens. The 'Pokémon Ecology Encyclopedia' is a collaborative work between Yoshinari Yonehara, who penned the text, and illustrator Kinoshita Chihiro, both esteemed researchers affiliated with the Graduate School of Agriculture and Life Sciences at the University of Tokyo.

Drawing on their scientific expertise, the authors conceptualize realistic ecosystems, including habitats and diets, for Pokémon species in a way that blends established franchise lore with biological plausibility. Scheduled for release on June 18th, 2025 in Japan, the book is positioned to enrich the franchise’s educational appeal while offering fans a new dimension of immersion.

The move further solidifies The Pokémon Company’s continued innovation and commitment to diverse content beyond their popular Nintendo Switch titles and global multimedia empire.

Speaking on the project, Yoshinari Yonehara noted that the encyclopedia was developed to encourage curiosity and scientific thinking among readers of all ages, utilizing the universal appeal of Pokémon as a gateway to studying real-world ecology.

Kinoshita Chihiro has complemented the research with vivid illustrations that portray Pokémon in dynamic, environmentally accurate scenes.

The official announcement marks a significant milestone, showing The Pokémon Company’s dedication to collaborating with academic institutions and contributing meaningfully to science communication.

This project joins a growing catalog of celebrated Pokémon media, and is expected to attract attention from not only Pokédex enthusiasts but also educators and biology fans. The 'Pokémon Ecology Encyclopedia' will be published as a picture book and will initially launch for Japanese readers, adding to Pokémon’s storied history of innovative merchandise and companion books.

The Pokémon Company continues to garner acclaim for merging entertainment with educational value, underscoring its impact in both the gaming industry and related publishing ventures. As anticipation builds ahead of its June 2025 Japanese release, the encyclopedia represents an exciting intersection of entertainment, research, and learning in the Pokémon universe.

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