The world celebratedPokémonDay2025 on February 27 with a flurry of exciting announcements and events. But for anime fans, the highlight wasa new animated shortpremiering on the officialPokémon YouTube channel. This nearly 14-minute film boasts stunning animation from CoMix Wave Films, the studio behind Makoto Shinkai’sYour NameandSuzume.
TitledDragonite and the Mailman(Kamiryu to Yubinya-san), the short takes fans on a high-flying adventurereferencing the firstPokémonmovie from 1998. It follows a young girl, Hana, who admires the postal worker Dragonite and discovers a mysterious letter without an address. Determined to find its sender, she embarks on an adventure, enlisting help from wild and domestic Pokémon. Longtime fans will recall Dragonite also delivering a message to Ash and Pikachu inPokémon: The First Movie, connecting two eras of Pokémon history.
A Nostalgic Adventure: Dragonite and the Mailman Debuts
A Journey Through Pokémon History
Directed by Taku Kimura (Star Wars: Visions), the short highlights Pokémon working alongside humans and those thriving in the wild. Despite the challenge of animating so many creatures, Kimura embraced it, saying, “I didn’t shy away from that difficulty and drew them well.”In celebration of Pokémon’s 29th anniversary, he and the team incorporated Pokémon from various generations, creating a nostalgic journey that “gradually goes back through the series, starting from the Paldea region.”
With talents like Maho Aoki (Character Design/Animation Director) and Kentaro Nana (Script),Dragonite and the Mailmanbalances structured postal work with untamed wilderness. The animation and storytelling are filled with subtle references, making it a rewarding watch for longtime fans.Director Kimura encourages multiple viewings, as the short contains many hidden details celebrating nearly three decades of Pokémon adventures.
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Pokémon Daymarks the anniversary of the original games’ Japanese release on June 19, 2025. Each year, The Pokémon Company hosts events, reveals new content, and unites fans worldwide in celebration. From game updates to merchandise drops,Pokémon Day always delivers surprises for players, collectors, and anime enthusiasts alike.
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This year’s Pokémon Day was especially nostalgic, withDragonite and the Mailmancapturing the magic of past and present Pokémon storytelling. Blending breathtaking animation with heartfelt nostalgia, the short is a tribute to nearly 30 years of Pokémon adventures. Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to the franchise, this latest anime short reminds us why Pokémon continues to inspire and entertain.
