Japanese messaging app Line released a collection of Pokémon-themed stickers, and all of the proceeds will go to the 'Chance for Children' charity.
The Pokémon-themed sticker pack features 40 stickers featuring Pikachu saying "thank you" in various Japanese dialects. Over 180 stickers were submitted by people all over Japan to Line's Creators Market before the final collection were selected. Junichi Masuda, who is the general manager of game developer Game Freak, is the one who selected the final 40 stickers to be available for sale to raise money for the charity. The Chance for Children organization helps Japanese children affected by the country's natural disasters.
The stickers are available for download through Line Japan's app store. The Pokémon Thank You stickers cost 120 yen ($1.20).
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