The very first Pokémon Go Lab has opened up in Tokyo, Japan, and it features a bevy of interesting attractions to get trainers to gather around. Unlike the previously opened Pokémon Centers which are now located around the world - the Pokémon Go Lab is dedicated to - well - all things related to the mobile game of the same name.
Trainers who make the trip to the location will find that it is also a gym in game allowing anyone who arrives to play while there - and the lights in the store change color in real time depending on which team is currently in charge of said gym - yellow for Instinct, red for Valor, and blue for Mystic.
The store sells plenty of exclusive gear to help trainers represent their favorite team and more. There are locations to assist players from different countries to become friends and trade - and also a location for blattling - not to mention a life-sized statue of Professor Willow, seen below.
The address for the location in Japan is Tokyo-to, Toshima-ku, Higashi Ikebukuro 3-1-2, Sunshine City Alpa 2nd Floor. It is also in the same location as the brand new Pikachu cupcake shop and the Pokémon Center Mega Tokyo Branch - allowing fans of the franchise to get a major experience all in one location.
But what are your thoughts? Do you think this is a cool expression of art or do you think its something that will get old fast? Let us know in the comments below!
And also, have you taken the time to try the new buddy adventure feature yet? Your Pokémon companion can now join you on the map bringing along a bevy of features such as feeding your friend and having them join you when capturing. Check out the full trailer for the upcoming
Pokémon Go Buddy Adventure feature in below!
Experience Pokémon in the real world with Pokémon Go! You never forget your first Pokémon partner. Share your journey with it again with the new Pokémon GO Buddy Adventure feature!
Pokémon Go is currently available on iOS and Android.