Pikachu (Japanese) — Scarlet & Violet Promo 291/SV‑P — Pokémon Card Gym Participation (CGC Mint 9)

This is the Japanese Pikachu participation promo from Scarlet & Violet: 291/SV‑P — the Pokémon Card Gym Event participation card — submitted and slabbed by CGC with a Mint 9 label (see photos and CGC certification number visible on label).

Condition & grading

• CGC certified Mint 9 (label shown). The card is in a hard CGC holder; the holder has light scuffs from handling. The card itself presents well for a boxed event promo but shows some age-related surface and edge characteristics consistent with being an event/participation card.

Notable features

• Rare Japanese promo: 291/SV‑P (Scarlet & Violet Promos) — a non‑holo participation card issued for Pokémon Card Gym events. These gym participation promos are sought after by collectors of event and Pikachu variants.
• Illustrated by DOM (artist credit printed on card) and carries the small PROMO mark at the lower left of the art panel.
• Non‑foil / regular print (no full foil or rainbow treatment on the face). The clean face art and original printing make this an attractive addition to a nation‑specific promo set.

Collectible value & playability

• Primarily a collector’s / event promo piece rather than a competitive play staple. Value is driven by the Pikachu subject, its Japanese promo status (event participation), and the CGC Mint 9 encapsulation. CGC grading improves market confidence and makes this card desirable for collectors focusing on promo, event, or Pikachu runs.

Other observations

• The card shows normal centering for this print run and appears to retain good colors in the artwork. The slab preserves the card; any close inspection of minor edge and surface details can be done through the CGC holder. The card is ideal for a promo/Pikachu collection or as a certified showpiece for Japan‑only Scarlet & Violet promo completions.