SINGAPORE, March 2 -- Pokemon fans planning a visit to Jewel Changi Airport may want to go sooner rather than later, as the Pokemon Center Singapore is set to close temporarily for a major revamp.

The store will shut from April 1 to undergo a large-scale renewal and is expected to reopen in the third quarter of 2026.

Pokemon Singapore said the refreshed space will feature designs inspired by Singapore's heritage and everyday local culture.

The revamped centre will also offer a wider range of merchandise and new shopping experiences aimed at fans and first-time visitors alike.

A new symbolic Pokemon representing Singapore's "unique charm" will be introduced when the store reopens.

In the meantime, pop-up stores selling selected mercha...