"Pokémon" Anime Collaborates with "Pokémon UNITE" in June 19 Broadcast! Toshiya Miyata Joins the Fray as an Idol

A collaboration episode with the game "Pokémon UNITE" titled "READY GO! Unite Battle!!" will air in the "Pokémon" anime series on Friday, June 19. Furthermore, it has been confirmed that Toshiya Miyata (Kis-My-Ft2) will make a guest appearance as a voice actor.

"Pokémon" is a hugely popular series that depicts friendship and adventures with mysterious creatures known as Pokémon (short for Pocket Monsters), who live in a world filled with many secrets.

"Pokémon UNITE" is a team-based battle game where players divide into teams of five to control Pokémon and compete for scores within a time limit.

Toshiya Miyata Confirmed to Appear as a Guest Voice Actor

Toshiya Miyata will appear as a guest voice actor in "READY GO! Unite Battle!!" broadcasting on Friday, June 19. He will play the leader of "Shining Oceans," a popular and highly skilled Unite Battle idol team that becomes Liko and her friends' opponent. Attention is gathering on what kind of Unite Battle he will unfold alongside his partner, Sirfetch'd.

Comment from Toshiya Miyata

I've been watching the Pokémon anime since I was a child, so I'm truly happy to be involved in this work. I think I'm the best Pokémon UNITE player in the entertainment industry, so I acted with all my love for Pokémon while thinking that I am the perfect fit for this role!

Episode 141 "READY GO! Unite Battle!!"
[Synopsis]
At Friede's invitation, the Rising Voltackers are participating in a Unite Battle?! Their opponents are the Shining Oceans, an idol team at the top tier of both popularity and skill! A Unite Battle experienced for the very first time. Liko and her friends struggle against their powerful rivals. The key to victory lies in strategy, teamwork, and... a Unite Move?!

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