1996 TOMY Vintage Pokémon Figurines – Own a True Piece of the Original 151

As Pokémon celebrates its 30th anniversary, there’s no better time to return to where it all began. Before modern remakes and anniversary editions, there were the original 1996 TOMY Pokémon figurines — the first officially licensed figures from Generation 1.

These are not reproductions.
They were never rereleased.
They are true vintage collectibles from Pokémon’s debut era.

If you want an authentic piece of the original series, this is it.

The Original 1996 Release

In 1996, as Pokémon was just beginning its rise, TOMY produced one of the earliest Pokémon toy lines featuring the original 151 from the Kanto region.

From Pikachu and Charizard to Blastoise, Venusaur, and Mewtwo, these small plastic figurines captured Generation 1 exactly as fans first experienced it.

What makes them special?

• Produced in Pokémon’s debut year

• Classic 90s sculpting and design

• Durable, high-quality plastic

• Officially licensed

• Never rereleased in original form

Unlike many collectibles that get reprints, the 1996 TOMY figures were a one-time production run. What exists today is all that remains.

True Vintage. Real Nostalgia.

For many fans, these were their first Pokémon toys. They sat on bedroom shelves, traveled in backpacks, and were traded between friends.

Owning one today feels like holding a time capsule from childhood.

The sculpt style, the finish, the proportions , everything reflects Pokémon’s earliest era before global saturation and modern redesigns. That authenticity is what makes them so powerful for collectors.

And because they were never reproduced, they remain genuinely vintage.

Complete the Original 151 for Pokémon’s 30th Anniversary

The original 151 Pokémon are the foundation of the entire franchise. Completing a full Generation 1 set of authentic 1996 TOMY figures is one of the most meaningful ways to celebrate Pokémon’s 30th anniversary.

Supply is limited. Demand continues to grow. Condition becomes rarer every year.

These figures aren’t just collectibles — they’re pieces of Pokémon history and were selling out!

Shop Authentic 1996 TOMY Pokémon

If you’re looking to buy genuine 1996 TOMY vintage Pokémon figurines, Shumi has them available for online purchase.

Celebrate 30 years of Pokémon the right way.
Get your vintage original 151 Generation 1 Pokémon today and own a true piece of 1996.