Categories: Pokemon

USA To Miss Out On One Episode Of Pokemon Sun & Moon Anime Due To Racial Concerns

Although we live in a highly globalised world, region free is not as easy as it seems with different cultures and different borders. Trying to be sensitive to the United States context, The Pokemon Company has decided that it will not air an episode titled “Touchdown of Friendship!!” stateside.

This is due to a scene in the episode showing Ash painting himself black and behaving like a bunch of Passimians to bond with a tribe of Passimians.

While some might call the move overkill, it is important to note that the Pokemon Anime has previously caused a huge hoo-ha due to Jynx’s face being black. Since then, Jynx has always been portrayed with a purple face instead, and you can see why The Pokemon Company is hesitant about bringing the episode to the States.

Nitro

Nintendo Game Enthusiast Always up for some great games!

Recent Posts

Americas eShop Update: Ys Memoire The Oath in Felghana

Here are this week's eShop updates Digital Spotlight: Happy New Year! – As we start ringing…

2 hours ago

Accessory Maker “Happy To Discuss” Switch 2 Info At CES 2025

For the past few weeks, various accessory makers have been showing off products they are…

8 hours ago

Latest Pokemon “Project Voltage” Supporting Artwork “Snake Glare” Released

Last year, the Pokemon Company announced  the “Project Voltage” collaboration with Hatsune Miku — where the world-famous…

1 day ago

Pokemon TCG Pocket New Year’s 2025 Events Now Live

The Pokemon Company has started some special events for Pokemon TCG Pocket to celebrate New…

1 day ago

Rumor: Switch 2 Motherboard Images Surface Online

For the past few weeks, numerous leaks pertaining to the Switch's successor have been circulating…

2 days ago

Check Out New Year’s 2025 Messages From Nintendo And The Videogames Industry

With 2025 now rolling in, here's a look at some well-wishes from various game publishers…

2 days ago