Poké Lids in Japan
Poké Lids, or Pokéfuta (ポケふた), turn everyday manhole covers into Pokémon artwork.
Over 480 are scattered across Japan, each with a connection to the place around it. Find one near your hotel or plan a detour for your favorite Pokémon.
Find Your Next Poké Lid
482 lids in our mapSearch for your hotel or a place in Japan, then explore the lids nearby.
Or browse by Pokémon and prefecture. You can also choose your starting point on the map.
Distances are straight-line estimates, not walking or train journeys. Open Directions to plan the actual route.
Take the Map With You
Prefer Google Maps? Open our free map on your phone.
How to use it in Google Maps
- Open the link above in your browser while signed into the Google account you use in the Google Maps app.
- Open the Google Maps app, tap You → Maps and choose our Poké Lids - Japan map.
- Tap a lid to see its details, then open directions to plan your route.
This is a custom My Map, so it works differently from a saved list. If the pins disappear after closing the app, reopen it through You → Maps.
What Are Poké Lids?
Poké Lids, or Pokéfuta (ポケふた), are manhole covers decorated with Pokémon. The Pokémon Company donates them to local governments to highlight the places that make each region special.
Every design is unique. Look beyond the Pokémon and you may spot local scenery, flowers or landmarks worked into the artwork. The story behind Poké Lids ↗
The Stories Behind Poké Lids
A Whole Town of Eevee
Ibusuki sounds like Eevee suki — “I like Eevee.” As a result, the city became home to Japan’s first Poké Lid in 2018.
Today, Eevee and all eight of its evolutions appear on nine lids around the city. For a longer walk, try finding the whole family.
The story behind Eevee ↗
Sandshrew’s Kind of Country
With its famous sand dunes, Tottori is a fitting home for Sandshrew. Sandshrew and Alolan Sandshrew are the prefecture’s Pokémon ambassadors.
Look for them alongside local scenery and other Pokémon. The designs change as you travel between towns.
About Tottori’s designs ↗
A Faraway Find: Mew
Even the remote Ogasawara Islands have Poké Lids. On Chichijima, Mew joins Venusaur, Charizard and Blastoise in four designs inspired by the islands’ natural surroundings.
So save these lids for an island trip, rather than a quick city detour.
Ogasawara’s four lids ↗
Before You Go Looking for Poké Lids
Check the Exact Spot
Check the lid’s official page for its exact location and access before you go.
Take Your Photo Thoughtfully
Keep paths clear and watch for traffic when stopping for a photo.
Check Out the Merch!
Some Poké Lid designs also appear on souvenirs, including rubber keychains, pins and postcards. Look in local tourist shops, but check stock before making a special trip.
A Few Things to Know
Can I Search for My Favorite Pokémon?
Yes. Enter a Pokémon’s English name in the finder to see matching lids. A lid may feature more than one Pokémon, so check the full name and artwork.
Do I Need to Book?
Poké Lids are installations rather than ticketed attractions. Check the individual location before going, since access can depend on the surrounding park, facility or grounds.
Are Poké Lids Only There for a Limited Time?
They’re installed as local landmarks rather than short-term event displays. However, construction can make a lid temporarily inaccessible, and locations can change. Check local tourism updates before making a special trip.
Which Pokémon Will You Find?
Start near your hotel or look for your favorite Pokémon. There might be a lid just around the corner.
Find Poké Lids Near YouMap compiled by Solo Travel POV.
Place search uses Photon and OpenStreetMap data.
Lid images are from our linked map; designs ©Pokémon. ©Nintendo/Creatures Inc./GAME FREAK inc.
This is an independent travel guide. Official Poké Lids website ↗