An unexpected collaboration between Pokemon andAll Nippon Airwayshas fans of the franchise preparing to hop on a plane – even if they’re not planning on going anywhere in particular.
This adorable airplane safety video popped up online, being shared by siteslike IGNfor the Pokemon community to enjoy. It features a number of fan-favorite critterssuch as Pikachu, Emolga, andJigglypuffworking alongside airplane cabin crew to explain safety procedures.
The slightly strange but adorable collaboration has gone down incredibly well with the Pokemon community online as a whole, with many vouching to buy plane tickets just to see the full video for themselves.
As part of their collaboration with Pokémon, ANA Airlines will be showing this video to passengers on their Pikachu and Eevee jets starting August 15!pic.twitter.com/o3ULl4a70w
One excited viewer on X praised the creative clip, saying, “I would definitely pay attention and watch this every flight! Great video!” Featuring beloved characters in the video is certainly an effective way to keep passenger’s eyes glued to the screen.
A fan of the franchise chimed in with their thoughts, saying, “OMG every Pokemon fan’s dream,” while another exclaimed, “PLEASEEEEE THIS IS SO CUTE!”
Some viewers swore that they’d be heading on a flight just to see the adorable safety video for themselves. One fan shared, “This is making me wanna go to Japan again….” while another noted that every plane should have this video playing for passengers.
A dedicated Pokemon fan added, “Can we globally start inserting Pokemon into ‘mundane’ events/daily life like this, it would make me a much happier person I think I’m very normal about it.”
This cute collaboration is already officially up and running, kicking off on August 15, so Pokemon fans will be able to see it for themselves by flying with All Nippon Airways and checking out either the Pikachu Jet NH or the Eevee Jet NH. It’s one of the most literal takes onFlying Pikachuin the franchise’s history.
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Em Stonham was a Games Writer on Dexerto’s UK team, specializing in Pokemon coverage. They are a Pokemon TCG expert, and also covered Pokemon Go, and Pokemon Sword & Shield. Em is also a big fan of trading card games and World of Warcraft, with bylines at Only Greats, Sleeve No Card Behind, and Diamond Lobby.
