For fans of Pokémon who want more than just battle strategies and stat breakdowns, The Pokémon Company is offering something truly unique. Pokécology, a new official publication, will explore the natural behavior and ecological relationships of Pokémon in the wild—grounded in real science.
Releasing on June 18th, 2025, and published by Shogakukan, Pokécology aims to show how Pokémon live, interact, migrate, eat, and even hibernate when they’re not battling alongside trainers. It's not a typical Pokédex or game guide—instead, this book dives deep into how Pokémon fit within their environment, behaving as animals would in a realistic ecosystem.
Rather than focusing on evolution chains or typing advantages, Pokécology covers more realistic things such as:
This new book is notable not only for its concept but for who created it. Although The Pokémon Company is listed as the publisher, the book is written by Dr. Yoshinari Yonehara and illustrated by Dr. Chihiro Kinoshita, both PhD holders from the University of Tokyo.
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Dr. Yonehara has contributed to several Pokémon games including Scarlet, Violet, and Legends: Arceus.
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Dr. Kinoshita is known for illustrating science-focused children’s books, with a specialty in animal ecology.
Their academic credentials ensure Pokécology is more than just another tie-in—it’s a scientifically credible, educational look at the Pokémon world.
The book is written in an accessible format, designed to be understood by both children and adults. It's a blend of engaging art, simplified scientific explanation, and ecological insight that fans of any age can appreciate.
Pre-Order and Availability
Currently, Pokécology is confirmed for release only in Japan, priced at 1,430 JPY (about $10 USD). Pre-orders are available via:
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Amazon Japan
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Rakuten
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7net
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Kinokuniya
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Yodobashi
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Tower Records
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HMV
There is no confirmed international release yet, but given the global appeal of Pokémon and the educational value of the book, a translation for Western audiences seems likely down the line.
Whether you’re a veteran fan or simply fascinated by animal ecology, Pokécology looks to be a one-of-a-kind guide that merges fantasy with science in a way Pokémon has never done before.
Which Pokémon do you think will show up in the book? Which regions do you think will be covered in the book? Which Pokémon is your favorite? Let us know your thoughts in the comments down below!
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