Like many of the characters in the game, Pikachu is loosely inspired by real-life animals — in this case, the pika (genus Ochotona). The interpretation is loose, leaving out some of the most ...

Some may consider the adorable electricity-charged Pokémon, Pikachu, to carry the traits ... Pokémon was actually inspired by a different animal entirely. “At that time, I was really into ...

Poke Ball hoodie and Charizard costume among customizable items. A Pikachu stuffed animal will be coming to Build-A-Bear Workshop in North America, Europe, Australia, and online thanks to a ...