Pokémon Card Game Sword & Shield High Class Pack Shiny Star V Booster Box (Japanese)

Name: Pokémon Card Game Sword & Shield High Class Pack Shiny Star V Booster Box (Japanese)
Brand: The Collector
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Factory-sealed Japanese Pokémon Shiny Star V booster box featuring various Pokémon on the packaging. - view 1

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DESCRIPTION

A factory-sealed booster box for the Japanese Pokémon Card Game Sword & Shield High Class Pack set, named 'Shiny Star V'. The box features vibrant artwork of various Pokémon characters. The packaging indicates it includes 10 booster packs, with each pack containing 10 cards. The copyright information confirms it was produced in 2020.

CULTURAL ECHOES

Where This Object Echoes

Japanese Mythology/FolkloreAncient to Modern

Many Pokémon designs, including those potentially found within these packs, draw inspiration from traditional Japanese folklore creatures and mythological beings.

ShintoismAncient to Modern

The concept of collecting and valuing spirits/creatures (Kami) and their various forms can echo the reverence for Pokémon in both games and cards.

Ritual & Ceremonial Use

•The 'ritual' of opening booster packs, hoping for rare finds, is a central part of the Pokémon TCG experience, creating excitement and anticipation.
•Strategic deck building and competitive play in the Pokémon TCG, often involving specific card combinations and meta-game understanding.

Meaning Through Time

1990s (early Pokémon)

Primarily a children's game and cartoon phenomenon, focused on collecting and 'catching them all'.

2000s-2010s

Evolved into a global entertainment brand, with the card game gaining serious competitive play and collector markets.

2020s (present day)

Experienced a resurgence in collector demand, driven by nostalgia, investment interests, and the ongoing appeal of new releases like Shiny Star V.

HISTORICAL STORY

The 'Shiny Star V' set was a highly anticipated and popular Japanese special expansion set released in November 2020 for the Pokémon Card Game Sword & Shield series. It is known for its high rarity 'Shiny Pokémon' cards and 'Amazing Rare' cards, making it a desirable set for collectors and ...

DID YOU KNOW?

The 'Shiny Star V' set was so popular upon its release that it caused significant shortages and price increases, similar to the English equivalent 'Shining Fates'.

Many of the 'Shiny' Pokémon featured in the set appear in their alternate colorations, which are typically very rare to encounter in the main Pokémon video games.

MATERIAL & CONDITION

Surface

The surface is glossy, smooth, and appears to be made of sealed cardboard and plastic shrink wrap. The printing is high-quality with clear graphics and text.

Weight & Feel

Relatively lightweight, consistent with a small cardboard box containing card packs.

Condition

The item appears to be in factory-sealed, pristine condition with no visible damage, tears, or significant wear to the shrink wrap or box itself.

RARITY ANALYSIS

Uncommon70-80%

CommonLegendary

Genuine antiques with fewer examples on the market. Named makers, documented provenance, or early production examples.

Typical Characteristics

Limited production
Named makers
Growing collector demand

ESTIMATED VALUE

$100 - $250

Updated: Jan 25, 2026

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For informational purposes only—not a formal appraisal.

CONTEXT ANALYSIS

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What Aligned

The user's belief that the item is original/authentic aligns with the visual evidence of official branding, high-quality printing, and factory-sealed packaging consistent with legitimate Pokémon TCG products.