How Many Packs Are in a Pokémon Booster Box? (English & Japanese)
The short answer: A standard English Pokémon TCG booster box contains 36 packs. However, Japanese boxes and special sets vary significantly.
Here is the quick breakdown by region and set type:
| Box Type | Language | Packs per box | Cards per pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booster box | English/International | 36 packs | 10 cards |
| Booster box | Japanese | 30 packs | 5 cards |
| High class box | Japanese | 10 packs | 10 cards |
| Booster box | Korean | 30 packs | 5 cards |
English Pokémon Booster Boxes (Standard)
For the vast majority of Pokémon sets released internationally (USA, UK, Europe, Canada, Australia), the standard is consistent.
- Total Packs: 36 Booster Packs.
- Total Cards: 360 cards per box (excluding energy/code cards).
- Examples: Scarlet & Violet Base Set, Obsidian Flames, Twilight Masquerade.
Important Note on "Holiday Sets": Special expansion sets (like Paldean Fates, Crown Zenith, or Pokémon 151) do not have Booster Boxes. For these sets, the closest alternative is the Booster Bundle (6 packs) or an Elite Trainer Box (9 packs).
Japanese Pokémon Booster Boxes
Japanese boxes are smaller and cheaper, but the hit rates and pack counts differ based on the type of set.
Standard Sets (Expansion Packs):
- Most common format (e.g., Wild Force, Cyber Judge).
- 30 Packs per box.
- 5 Cards per pack.
High Class Sets:
- Premium sets released once a year (e.g., Shiny Treasure ex, VSTAR Universe).
- 10 Packs per box.
- 10 Cards per pack (Guaranteed hits).
Enhanced Sets:
- Some special sets (like Japanese Pokémon 151) contain 20 Packs per box with 7 cards per pack.
Korean & Chinese Booster Boxes
With the rising popularity of alternative languages due to lower price points:
- Korean: Almost always mirror the Japanese structure (30 packs per box, 5 cards per pack).
- Traditional Chinese: Usually 24 to 30 packs depending on the specific era and set distribution.
How Many Booster Boxes in a Case?
If you are looking to buy in bulk (Sealed Case):
- English Case: 6 Booster Boxes (Total: 216 Packs).
- Japanese Case: 12 Booster Boxes (usually).
