Summary by Google Gemini
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This Pokémon-themed EasyCard is titled “Pokémon EasyCard - Flying Pikachu Project” (寶可夢悠遊卡-飛翔皮卡丘計畫).
Release and Availability:
- Release Date: The card was released in conjunction with the “Flying Pikachu Project” (飛翔皮卡丘計畫) events in Taipei. According to the EasyCard Corporation’s official website, its issue date was October 20, 2022. Other news articles mention the card became available starting October 21, 2022 [1][2].
- Sales Channels: It was sold exclusively in 7-ELEVEN and FamilyMart convenience stores within Taipei City.
- Price: The retail price was NT$100 per card.
- Limited Edition: The card was launched as a special themed item for the “Flying Pikachu Project” flash event.
The “Flying Pikachu Project” Context:
- Collaboration: The “Flying Pikachu Project” in Taipei was a joint effort between the Taipei City Department of Information and Tourism and The Pokémon Company.
- Purpose: This project is part of The Pokémon Company’s social feedback initiative.
- Activities: The project included a series of “Pikachu Weekend in Taipei” events. It also featured “Pokégenic” photo spots, similar to those in Chatan, Okinawa, which were set up in locations like Zhongshan Linear Park, MRT Shuanglian Station, MRT Daan Park Station, Songshan Cultural and Creative Park, and Maokong.
- Pokémon GO Safari Zone: From October 21 to 23, 2022, a “Pokémon GO Safari Zone Taipei” event took place in Daan Forest Park, where trainers could encounter Pokémon like Flying Pikachu, Pachirisu, and shiny Finneon, as well as a Pikachu wearing a green T-shirt with a tree nut design.
Card Details (from packaging):
- Product Name: 寶可夢悠遊卡-飛翔皮卡丘計畫 (Pokémon EasyCard - Flying Pikachu Project)
- Contents: One EasyCard, one leaflet, one transparent card. Retail price NT$100 per card. Card base: White card.
- Issuing Institution: EasyCard Corporation (悠遊卡股份有限公司)
- Card Type: This is a regular (adult) EasyCard. It is an anonymous, sold-out card and cannot be reissued if lost. It can be topped up and used.
- UUPON: To accumulate UUPON bonus points, users need to register on www.easycard.com.tw and join as a UUPON member at www.uupon.tw.
- Usage Instructions: Refer to the EasyCard official website: 悠遊卡股份有限公司
Other Mentions:
- The EasyCard Corporation has released various Pokémon-themed EasyCards since 2016, including 3D keychain types (like Poké Balls) and surprise pack EasyCards. The “Flying Pikachu Project” card is one of these popular releases.
- A different “Pokémon Center TAIPEI” edition EasyCard was released on December 8, 2023, to celebrate the opening of the Pokémon Center TAIPEI. This card features a design inspired by Taiwanese night markets and fruits.