2026 marks the special 30th anniversary of Pokémon, and this year's Pokémon UNITE Asia Champions League 2026 FINALS (PUACL2026) promises to be the biggest yet. The tournament will feature top professional teams from Asia alongside powerhouse competitors from other regions, making this the largest event in the series' history. New details have been revealed about international participating teams, venue attractions, ticketing information, and tournament ambassador Toshiya Miyata from Kis-My-Ft2.
A commemorative 30th anniversary logo has also been unveiled for the first time. Throughout 2026, additional 30th anniversary logos featuring other Pokémon will be released, so stay tuned!
PUACL2026 will also serve as the qualification tournament for Pokémon UNITE's national team representatives. Details about the Japanese national team coach and candidate players have been announced.
PUACL2026 FINALS Latest Information:
- Participating Teams (Japan and International)
- Venue Booths and Event Activities
- Pokémon 30th Anniversary Commemorative Logo
- Announcement of Pokémon UNITE Japan National Team Coach and 10 Candidate Players
All 16 Teams Confirmed for PUACL2026 FINALS: Top Teams from Japan, Southeast Asia, India, LAIC, and China
The PUACL2026 FINALS will bring together the top teams from Japan, Southeast Asia, and India's invitation leagues, along with the top three teams from the 2026 Pokémon Latin America International Championships (LAIC) held in November 2025, and invited teams from China. A total of 16 elite teams from around the world will compete in Yokohama.
PUACL2026 FINALS Participating Teams
Teams from Japan:
● FENNEL - Japan League 1st Place
The absolute champions of Japan's league with 19 consecutive official tournament wins, 5 league championships, and playoff victories
● SCARZ - Japan League 2nd Place
Known for their unique Pokémon compositions and signature victory dances
● REJECT - Japan League 3rd Place
PJCS2025 champions who climbed the rankings most during the league period
● ENTER FORCE.36 - Japan League 4th Place
A team born from students with versatile Pokémon compositions that adapt to each opponent
● KEIO CUP: Pokémon UNITE Winter Tournament 2026 Representative Team
The winning team from the KEIO CUP: Pokémon UNITE Winter Tournament 2026 held on Saturday, February 28th
Teams from LAIC (Latin America International Championships):
● DIGNITAS - LAIC 1st Place
Champions from North America featuring World Championship Series winners who dominated LAIC
● CACM Esports - LAIC 2nd Place
Runner-up at LAIC from Latin America North (LA-N), ready to make their mark on the world stage
● Force Gaming - LAIC 3rd Place
Brazil's pride achieving third place at LAIC, a professional Pokémon UNITE team aiming for global recognition
Teams from Southeast Asia (APAC):
● ONIC RISE - Southeast Asia League 1st Place
The ultimate competitor who conquered Southeast Asia, surging forward with unstoppable momentum toward the FINALS championship
● FULL SENSE - Southeast Asia League 2nd Place
Strong contenders from Thailand who finished second in the highly competitive Southeast Asia League, strategically targeting the Asian championship
● T1 - Southeast Asia League 3rd Place
The legendary organization with a storied esports history enters the competition, featuring multiple WCS2024 runner-up players
● Rival Esports - Winter Tournament 2026 APAC West Champion
Bringing the heat from the winter tournament with a notable roster of veteran players vying for the Asian championship
● Team Nemesis - Winter Tournament 2026 APAC East Champion
Active in the competitive scene since 2022, this veteran team aims for their first Asian championship
Teams from India:
● Reckoning Esports - India League Champion
The strongest team at the pinnacle of India's rapidly growing competitive scene, ready to shake up Asia with explosive power
● GodLike Esports - Winter Tournament 2026 India Champion
Completely dominating India's winter with "godlike" strength, this ultra-aggressive team challenges for the Asian championship for the second consecutive year
Teams from China:
● Dark Peach
Entering from China's esports powerhouse nation, this dark horse aims for the Asian championship
For more detailed information about PUACL2026 FINALS participating teams and player profiles, check the official Pokémon UNITE website news section!
https://www.pokemonunite.jp/ja/topics/news/20260220-3/
Event Details
Event Name: PUACL2026 FINALS
Date: Saturday, March 28 and Sunday, March 29, 2026
Venue: Yokohama BUNTAI
Address: 2-7-1 Furocho, Naka-ku, Yokohama, Kanagawa 231-0032
Streaming URLs:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvo8JUqHh2d1QGnK3LKyI4Q
Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/pokemonunite_asiacl_jp
More Than Just Matches: Exclusive Special Content at the Venue
The PUACL2026 FINALS offers ticket holders access to special experiences and exclusive content beyond the world-class battles.
1. Photo Opportunities with Beloved Pokémon! Special Greeting
A total of six Pokémon will appear at the venue! During breaks between matches, enjoy photo opportunities and interactions with the Pokémon. Don't miss the costume dance show!
2. Win Exciting Prizes! Attendee-Exclusive Lottery
Ticket holders will be eligible to participate in the PUACL2026 lottery featuring luxurious Pokémon UNITE prizes. Special merchandise awaits!
3. Tournament Ambassador Kis-My-Ft2's Toshiya Miyata Appears On Stage!
Tournament ambassador Toshiya Miyata will visit the venue to amp up the excitement. Additionally, he's scheduled to participate in an exhibition match! This is a rare opportunity to see Miyata, known as a serious player, in action live!
4. Official Merchandise Sales & Booth Exhibitions
The venue's merchandise corner will sell original goods commemorating the tournament. Participating teams will have fan interaction booths, and sponsor companies will have special booths! More details coming soon.
PUACL2026 tournament original merchandise is also available for advance online purchase at the Qoo10 PUACL2026 Tournament Special Store.
https://www.qoo10.jp/shop/puacl2026_goods_store
Ticket Sales Information
※ Sales end when sold out
Sales Outlets
● e+ (eplus): https://eplus.jp/puacl2026/
● NTV Zero Ticket: https://l-tike.com/ntvzero/event/puacl2026.html
Ticket Details / Important Notes
● Please be sure to read the important notes at each sales outlet.
● Important Notes:
※ All seats are reserved. Seat selection is not available.
※ Children's tickets are for children 12 years old (elementary school students) and under (verification may be required at entry).
※ Children of elementary school age and under must be accompanied by a guardian to enter.
※ Depending on your seat, some stage performances and performers may not be visible, and sound may be difficult to hear. The degree of visibility varies by seat position, so please be aware.
※ This event will include live streaming, recording, and photography, so attendees may appear on camera. Please acknowledge this in advance.
For detailed information, please check here:
https://puacl2026.com/assets/pdf/PUACL2026FINALS_CAUTION.pdf
● For ticket inquiries, please contact the respective ticket sales outlets.
・e+ Customer Support (Inquiries): http://eplus.jp/qa/
・NTV Zero Ticket (Lawson Ticket): https://faq.l-tike.com
Pokémon UNITE Japan National Team Coach Announcement and Selection of 10 National Team Candidates
Pokémon UNITE has been designated as an official esports title for international competition. The Japan national team coach and 10 national team candidate players have been selected from among the players who demonstrated exceptional skill at PUACL2026.
Following intensive training, the final six representative players will be decided on March 20th. These six chosen players will compete against powerhouse nations from across Asia, carrying Japan's prestige. Stay tuned for future developments!
Japan National Team Coach: TON・GG
A former esports player who won the 2024 Pokémon UNITE World Championship and received the MOBA Player of the Year award at the 2024 Esports Awards, earning high international recognition.
Comment from TON・GG
I am deeply honored to serve as the coach for the Pokémon UNITE Japan national team, and I feel a great sense of responsibility. Although I've transitioned from competing as a player to working as a streamer, my approach to competitive play remains unchanged.
If anything, having time to view the competitive scene from the outside has allowed me to recognize Japan's strengths and potential anew.
The tension of international tournaments I experienced as a player, the preparation necessary to win, and the challenges and excitement of fighting as a team—I want to give back all of that knowledge in my role as coach. What I value most is creating an environment where players can compete with confidence, and building a team that can fight with pride on the world stage as Japan's representatives. I will work with full commitment to demonstrate the power of Japanese esports.
The Japan national team candidate players will undergo intensive training sessions and other preparations for upcoming international tournaments before the final six representative players are selected. Please look forward to it!
Japan National Team Candidate Players (10 Players)
Defense:
b1 (Team: FENNEL) / Shiganaki (Team: SCARZ)
Support:
Mame (Team: FENNEL) / Charu (Team: SCARZ)
Central Area:
ak1 (Team: FENNEL) / Vitoppo (Team: ZETA DIVISION)
Top Route:
Häruto (Team: REJECT) / py1 (Team: FENNEL)
Bottom Route:
Ma・sh1o (Team: FENNEL) / piui (Team: REJECT)
About Pokémon UNITE
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