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Newest first. About sets and their rarities, buying, collecting and keeping sealed. 86 articles.
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JapaneseDelta Reign or Storm Emeralda? The differences at a glance
Storm Emeralda (M6) is the Japanese version of Delta Reign and has been out since July. Box layout, card list, Mega Rayquaza ex and odds compared, and which one to buy.
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JapaneseAscended Heroes or Mega Dream ex? The differences at a glance
Mega Dream ex (M2a) is the Japanese version of Ascended Heroes. Box structure, the Mega Attack Rare per box and the SAR odds compared, and which one to buy.
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JapaneseScarlet & Violet 151 or Japanese Pokémon 151? The differences at a glance
Pokémon 151 (SV2a) is the Japanese version of Scarlet & Violet 151. Box structure, the Master Ball card only the Japanese set has, odds and prices compared, and which one to buy.
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JapanesePrismatic Evolutions or Terastal Festival ex? The differences at a glance
Terastal Festival ex (SV8a) is the Japanese version of Prismatic Evolutions. Release dates, box structure, the guaranteed SAR per box, Master Ball and God Pack compared, and which one to buy.
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BuyingInsured shipping of Pokémon cards: how to arrange it
Insured shipping of Pokémon cards and sealed boxes: who bears the risk, what PostNL registered or insured costs and how to pack safely?
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BuyingKid-friendly Japanese Pokémon sets: what suits your child?
Which Japanese Pokémon set suits your child? Advice by age, buying safely in the Netherlands, agreements about trading and Japanese gift alternatives.
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BuyingDelivery times at a Pokémon webshop: what you can really expect
How long does a Pokémon order take? How to read delivery times, pre-orders and your rights, and when to order for Sinterklaas and Christmas.
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BuyingShopping without a lottery: how to order Japanese Pokémon products
Order Japanese Pokémon cards without a lottery through pre-orders, mystery boxes or bundles. With a European webshop you also have more consumer rights.
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Chinese cardsChinese Pokémon cards: what are they and which sets are there?
Chinese Pokémon cards have their own sets and exclusive illustrations you will not find anywhere else. Read what Gem Pack and Collect 151 are.
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AuthenticityHow to recognize a genuine Japanese booster box: JAN code, logo and print
Does a Japanese booster box really come from The Pokémon Company? With these 6 checks (JAN barcode, logo in the shrink wrap, print, contents, seller and cards) you will know. Including our own process.
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BuyingAvailability of Japanese boxes: where do you buy them sealed?
Find out where to buy sealed Japanese booster boxes, compare import webshops and Dutch stores, and see direct options and the right of withdrawal.
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BuyingBuying second-hand sealed Pokémon: the risks and how to avoid them
Buy second-hand sealed Pokémon products with more confidence. Check authenticity, the factory seal, damage and payment safety with practical checks.
