why are japanese pokemon cards worth less japanes expensive than english cards : r/PokeInvesting Does anyone ever wonder why

The problem throughout all of this has been the pull rate. The rarity of these cards, admittedly known as ultra rares and secret rares, has meant far too often the expensive packs of 10 cards have felt like duds

They've also revealed that the sharp uptick in the real Pokemon TCG's popularity, along with the resale price of some of its cards, coincides with the release of Pocket exactly one year ago

June 12, 2014

M Rayquaza EX (76/108) [XY: Roaring Skies] Regular Price 42,95 Set: XY: Roaring Skies Type: Colorless Rarity: Ultra Rare Retreat cost:

This card game quickly became popular, leading to a North American launch in 1999

Digital versions of the Pokemon TCG offered dynamic card effects and animations, which couldnt be replicated on the classic-sized cards