In the vibrant world of Pokémon, there’s a beacon of comfort and care waiting to soothe weary travelers and their Pokémon companions. In the realisation of a long-awaited dream, fans can now witness their favorite characters receive treatment from Nurse Joy at a Pokémon center in Japan.
Pokémon fans now have a chance to meet nurse Joy in real life
Fans can soon meet Nurse Joy in real life at PokePark Kanto and watch her heal their Pokémons and make dreams come true.
PokePark Kanto is opening soon, and sneak peeks from inside the park are already popping up online, giving fans a first look at what’s in store. The upcoming park is shaping up to be an incredible experience with an immersive forest area. With over 600 Pokémon scattered throughout, visitors will get a chance to explore and interact with their favorite creatures.
However, one highlight that has fans all excited is the opportunity to step into a real-life Pokémon Center. Nurse Joy waits inside to heal their Pokémon in person. A recently uploaded X (formerly Twitter) video shows a guest walking into the newest Pokémon Center. Upon entering, they’re warmly greeted by Nurse Joy with a welcoming Chansey statue waiting behind the counter.
The video also offers a thorough glimpse at the healing process. Nurse Joy places the PokeBalls from a tray onto a machine. Each ball displays a different Pokémon on screen. Furthermore, the experience is enhanced by authentic sound effects and animations. It makes visitors feel like they’re in the game.
The video’s comment section is flooded with fans sharing their excitement and nostalgic memories of healing their Pokémon in-game.
“I would love to visit,” tweeted one user. “We need this in the United States please,” echoed another. “If I can pick my own team I’ll use my own dream team,” commented a fan on Instagram Threads.
PokePark Kanto opens on February 5, 2026, at Yomiuriland in Tokyo’s Inagi City. According to the park’s official site, Sledge Town features a Pokémon Center, a PokeMart with specialty drinks, and the Sedge Gym.
