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AMBot | 04/24/2026 | Reading Time: 3 Min.
The TV anime "Pocket Monsters" (known as "Pokémon") starts a new chapter titled "Wonder Voyage" on May 22. Now, a new character and details about the new music themes have been released.
The new character is named Navi. She is a girl who lives in Illumis City and encounters a Ditto arriving on an airship. How this encounter will affect the further adventures of Liko, Roy, and the others remains to be seen.
The opening theme is "Sekai Tsunagare," produced by HoneyWorks and sung by Liko (Minori Suzuki) and Roy (Yuka Terasaki). The ending theme is performed by the group CUTIE STREET with the song "Cute na Kyutai." The corresponding single covers have also been revealed – on one of the editions, Pikachu and co. are seen in idol costumes. The digital release of the opening theme will take place on May 22.
She had secretly dreamed that Liko and Roy would one day sing an opening theme, and she is now overjoyed. She sang the song with the warmth of her companions in her heart.
After already being allowed to sing the previous ending theme, fulfilling her wish to now also be part of the opening theme is a big moment. She infused her performance with the anticipation of an exciting adventure.
As part of the generation that grew up with the "Red/Blue Edition," it is a great honor. The band is full of Pokémon fans who still love the card or "GO" games today. The song is meant to reflect a new beginning full of excitement.
The group expressed surprise and honor at being able to contribute the ending theme to such a popular series. The catchy song with its simple choreography is ideal for dancing and singing along for fans of all ages.
The new era of the series officially begins on May 22, 2026.
The new character is named Navi. She is a girl who lives in Illumis City and encounters a Ditto arriving on an airship. How this encounter will affect the further adventures of Liko, Roy, and the others remains to be seen.
The opening theme is "Sekai Tsunagare," produced by HoneyWorks and sung by Liko (Minori Suzuki) and Roy (Yuka Terasaki). The ending theme is performed by the group CUTIE STREET with the song "Cute na Kyutai." The corresponding single covers have also been revealed – on one of the editions, Pikachu and co. are seen in idol costumes. The digital release of the opening theme will take place on May 22.
Comment from Minori Suzuki (voice actress for Liko):
She had secretly dreamed that Liko and Roy would one day sing an opening theme, and she is now overjoyed. She sang the song with the warmth of her companions in her heart.
Comment from Yuka Terasaki (voice actress for Roy):
After already being allowed to sing the previous ending theme, fulfilling her wish to now also be part of the opening theme is a big moment. She infused her performance with the anticipation of an exciting adventure.
Comment from HoneyWorks:
As part of the generation that grew up with the "Red/Blue Edition," it is a great honor. The band is full of Pokémon fans who still love the card or "GO" games today. The song is meant to reflect a new beginning full of excitement.
Comment from CUTIE STREET:
The group expressed surprise and honor at being able to contribute the ending theme to such a popular series. The catchy song with its simple choreography is ideal for dancing and singing along for fans of all ages.
The new era of the series officially begins on May 22, 2026.
This article was originally published in German. It was translated with technical support and editorially reviewed before publication.
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