Pikachu 020/M-P CGC 10 Pristine 2025 Mcdonald’s Promo Pokemon Japanese b
Pikachu 020/M-P CGC 10 Pristine 2025 Mcdonald’s Promo Pokemon Japanese b
Price: $99.99
Pikachu 020/M-P from the Japanese McDonald’s Promo set, promo rarity, slabbed CGC 10 Pristine. This one’s got that classic chubby Pikachu vibe, mid-stride with a cheeky grin and those rosy cheeks popping against the yellow fur. The artwork keeps it simple, just Pikachu charging forward like it’s ready to zap through a Happy Meal. No frills, but that pose hits hard—reminds you why this mouse is the face of the franchise.
On the card text, it’s a Basic Lightning-type with 60 HP. Ability? None here, but attacks include Gnaw for 10 damage and Thunder Jolt for 30, with a coin flip that might shock Pikachu itself for 10 recoil. Weak to Fighting, resists Metal, retreats for one energy. Straightforward stuff, perfect for quick battles or just staring at in a display case.
This printing dropped in 2018 as part of Japan’s McDonald’s collaboration, tied to the Sun & Moon era. What makes it stand out is the exclusivity—only available through McDonald’s promo packs in Japan, often bundled with toys or meals. It’s not your standard booster pull; you had to hit up the golden arches to snag one. Amid all the promo Pikachus out there, this Japanese version has that clean holo shine and cultural tie-in that separates it from English counterparts. Collectors dig it for the nostalgia factor, evoking those fast-food runs during Pokémon’s peak hype.
Slab-wise, CGC 10 Pristine means flawless everything—centering dead-on at 10/10, edges sharp as a Razor Leaf, surfaces immaculate without a whisper of wear. Eye appeal is top-tier with vibrant colors that pop under light, no whitening or print defects to nitpick. Pop reports are scarce for this specific promo, but from what I’ve seen in the community, CGC 10s hover around a handful, maybe 5-10 known examples given how these were handled fresh from packs. Tough grade to hit on a card that saw real-world distribution.
I’d frame this one next to my coffee maker for that daily jolt reminder.
Quick Facts:
– Card Title: Pikachu
– Set: Japanese McDonald’s Promo
– Rarity: Promo
– Condition: CGC 10 Pristine
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