The Japanese Pokémon TCG market continues to show strength, especially among early Scarlet & Violet era singles. This month, we’re spotlighting 5 cards that have seen solid price increases since April — driven by meta relevance, collector demand, and limited reprints.
Whether you’re a buyer, seller, or collector, here are the Japanese cards you should be watching right now:
🥇 Nest Ball #107 – Scarlet ex (JP)
April Price: ¥2,960 ($19.38)
June Price: ¥5,350 ($35.07)
Growth: +81%
This staple Item card has been a must-include in competitive decks across formats. Its simple, effective search function combined with stunning Japanese foil treatment makes it a key target for collectors and players alike.
💡 Why it’s rising: Competitive utility + low JP inventory + collector crossover
🛒 Available in Scarlet ex booster packs
🥈 Arven #99 – Violet ex (JP)
April Price: ¥1,180 ($7.72)
June Price: ¥1,730 ($11.30)
Growth: +46.4%
Arven continues to dominate the supporter slot thanks to its dual search ability. This version, featuring bold artwork and strong play value, makes it a standout in the Violet ex lineup.
💡 Why it’s rising: Meta staple + steady demand in both raw and graded form
🛒 Look for this in Violet ex booster packs
🥉 Koraidon EX #106 – Scarlet ex (JP)
April Price: ¥1,220 ($8.00)
June Price: ¥1,550 ($10.18)
Growth: +27.3%
Legendary power meets collector demand. While Miraidon tends to get more attention, Koraidon’s EX form is holding its own with respectable price movement.
💡 Why it’s rising: Legendary status + lower pull rate vs. demand
🛒 Chase this in Scarlet ex packs
📈 Arven #104 – Violet ex (JP)
April Price: ¥2,050 ($13.49)
June Price: ¥2,410 ($15.88)
Growth: +17.7%
A second Arven enters the spotlight — this time with alternate art and slightly higher collector interest. It’s proof that Supporter cards can carry real long-term value.
💡 Why it’s rising: Waifu-style alt art + collector + meta synergy
🛒 Also found in Violet ex
💼 Boss’s Orders #100 – Triplet Beat (JP)
April Price: ¥3,960 ($25.99)
June Price: ¥4,500 ($29.55)
Growth: +13.7%
This full-art Boss’s Orders card continues its steady climb. As a fan-favorite card with repeated competitive success, this version’s aesthetic and rarity help it hold value.
💡 Why it’s rising: Iconic Supporter + stunning full-art finish
🛒 Triplet Beat packs are the only way to pull this version
✍️ Final Thoughts
While Japanese booster boxes are often viewed as collector products, singles from these sets have quietly become some of the most reliable value-gainers in the market. If you’re holding or considering ripping Scarlet ex, Violet ex, or Triplet Beat — now’s a good time to spotlight these cards.
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