Open the freezer to catch Pokémon this time! South Korea's CU turns Ditto, Pikachu, and Magikarp into popsicles
Purple Ditto arrives first, with Pikachu and Magikarp joining next
Summary
South Korean convenience store chain CU has launched 3D 3D-shaped sorbet popsicles featuring Ditto, Pikachu, and Magikarp. Ditto is grape-flavored, Pikachu is mango-flavored, and Magikarp is orange-flavored. Ditto was released on September 30, while Pikachu and Magikarp are scheduled to hit shelves on October 14.
If you’re grabbing ice cream at a CU in South Korea, you might hesitate before taking that first bite. Ditto’s purple body with its simple smiley face, along with Pikachu’s pointy ears and red cheeks, have been turned into 3D popsicles. Unwrapping one feels like catching an ice-cold Pokémon. Magikarp joins the lineup too, giving you another reason to check the freezer section.
Characters turned into popsicles, with flavors matching their colors
images from/cu
CU has introduced three Pokémon-shaped sherbet bars. Ditto comes in a grape flavor with its classic purple shade, complete with dot eyes and its instantly recognizable smile. Pikachu gets a bright yellow mango flavor, featuring its red cheeks to give the character a lively look.
Magikarp comes in an orange flavor, turning its familiar fish silhouette into a sweet treat. Each character has a distinct expression. The tricky part: the flavor you want to eat and the character you can actually bring yourself to bite into might not be the same.
Ditto arrives first, with the other two following close behind
images from/CU
The Ditto sherbet bar launched at South Korean CU stores on September 30, 2026, while Pikachu and Magikarp are expected to join the lineup on October 14. If you’re traveling in South Korea soon, keep an eye on the freezers around those release dates, though actual stock will vary by store.
Instead of just printing characters on the packaging, shaping the ice pops directly into Pokémon turns opening one into a fun little unboxing moment. Snapping a quick photo first and deciding where to take that first bite makes buying a simple ice cream bar feel like a mini ritual.
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