Mass gatherings for Pokémon GO were not only during the hype summer of 2016. A recent example from Japan shows this.
When we think of the launch of Pokémon GO in the summer of 2016, we associate it with a huge hype. In Germany, many trainers began their adventures in the new AR world of Pokémon on their phones in July.
Back then, it was common for popular spots in cities to be crowded with players. Everyone wanted to catch those rare monsters that suddenly appeared.
Although player numbers have already declined significantly, flocks of trainers still play Pokémon GO.
Pokémon GO Event in Tottori attracts crowds
In Japan, the “Pokémon GO Safari Zone” event took place in Tottori from November 24 to November 26. Similar safari events also occurred in Europe. Rare Pokémon like Kangaskhan or Unown attracted trainers from many cities to Copenhagen, Prague, Stockholm, Amstelveen, or Oberhausen.
The sand dunes of Tottori Prefecture (Japan) were the venue for the recent Safari Zone. There were PokéStops featuring Snorlax and Unown to catch. According to IT Media, the event attracted 87,000 players over the three event days.
The images remind us of the huge hype that Pokémon GO caused at the beginning.
There were no age restrictions. Pokémon GO also attracted young and experienced trainers in Tottori.
This Pokémon we have never seen before:
In the video, you can see some impressions from the event in Tottori. Thousands of trainers gathered on the sand dunes to pursue their Pokémon GO passion.
The event was the highlight of the Global Catch Challenge. The Pokémon GO team tasked trainers around the world to catch three billion Pokémon together. As a reward, they unlocked the regional Pokémon “Mr. Mime” for 48 hours.
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