Japanese Internet MemesHow a Pokémon Named Coil Hijacked an Online Poll and Became a Japanese Meme Legend
Discover how Magnemite (Coil) became a viral meme in Japan by taking over a Pokémon popularity poll — and changed online culture forever.
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Discover how Pokémon X/Y’s Lysandre inspired one of Japan’s wildest meme trends—the “Furadari Kusokora Grand Prix.” From villain to meme icon, here’s what made it viral.
Japanese Internet MemesWhy Japanese Fans Say “Kimokunai!” About Swampert: A Meme of Mockery and Love
Explore the origin and meaning of “キモクナーイ (Kimokunai!)” in Japanese Pokémon culture. Learn how Swampert’s odd design sparked one of the internet’s most affectionate memes.
Japanese Internet MemesWhy Flareon Is Called “The Only King” in Japan: A Meme Born from Love and Disappointment
Discover the origins of Flareon’s ironic nickname "唯一王 (The Only King)" in Japanese Pokémon culture. From stat misalignment to fan loyalty, here's why this underdog became a legend.