How to Tell if a Japanese Pokemon Card is Fake

EnvassalingTier·2 years ago

First off, check the card texture and glossiness. Real Japanese Pokemon cards have a distinct feel and a certain level of gloss that fakes often can't perfectly replicate. Another dead giveaway is the color and quality of the print; genuine cards have vibrant colors and sharp print quality, while fakes might look dull or blurry. Also, don't forget to look at the card edges. Real cards have clean, crisp edges, and the fake ones might be more rough or uneven. Lastly, compare the card with another one that is known to be real, if possible, especially the font and the alignment of text and images.

AssoilzieingThrow·2 years ago

I bought a bunch of supposed 'real' Japanese Pokemon cards online and half turned out to be fakes. The biggest clue? The text. If you're familiar with Japanese, you'll notice that fake cards often have typos or weird spacing between characters. Always double-check against reliable sources or images online!