Nintendo - game boy - Nintendo Game Boy Color Pokémon Center Limited Edition (1999) – Boxed with Manuals – Rare Japan - Video game console

This is the highly sought-after Pokémon Center Limited Edition Game Boy Color, released exclusively in Japan in 1999.
A rare collector’s model featuring special Pokémon artwork (Chikorita, Cyndaquil, Croconaw, Pikachu) on both the console and original box.

This edition was sold only at Pokémon Centers in Japan, making it significantly more scarce than standard retail versions.
The included warranty sheet confirms purchase at Pokémon Center Osaka in 1999, further supporting authenticity and collectability.

Condition

Console: Tested and confirmed working (power-on screen shown in photos).
Displays minor surface wear from age, but no cracks or structural issues.

Battery compartment: Clean; no corrosion.

Box: Original packaging with visible edge wear but structurally intact.

Manuals: Original Japanese manuals included (instruction booklet + service/warranty leaflet).

Serial: Matches the included documentation.

A complete and desirable set for dedicated Pokémon collectors, vintage Nintendo fans, and Game Boy system enthusiasts.

Year of Manufacture

1999, as printed on the label (“1998, 1999 Nintendo”) and confirmed by included purchase documentation.

Included Items

Game Boy Color Pokémon Center Limited Edition (CGB-001)

Original box

Instruction manual

Service/warranty leaflet (dated 1999, Osaka Pokémon Center)

Dimensions & Details

Model: CGB-001

Made in Japan

Requires two AA batteries (not included)


Nintendo
GameBoy
Color
Pokémon
Limited
Japan
Exclusive
Vintage
1999
Console
Handheld
Retro
Rare
Collector

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