As of: 1 November 2026
The next Japanese Pokémon expansion is almost here. Aura Seeker (Japanese: ハドウシーカー, Hadou Seeker), set code M7, is released in Japan on Friday 27 November 2026. The Pokémon Company has officially announced the set on its Japanese website. Here is what has been confirmed so far, and what has not been announced yet.
Aura Seeker at a glance
- Name: MEGA expansion pack Aura Seeker (ハドウシーカー)
- Set code: M7
- Japanese release: 27 November 2026
- Pack: 5 cards
- Booster box: 30 packs, the usual format for Japanese MEGA expansion packs
- Headline cards: Mega Lucario Z ex, Mega Garchomp Z ex and Mega Absol Z ex
Key cards
The set is built around three new Mega Z ex cards. Mega Lucario Z ex is the face of the set, shown front and centre on the official page. Mega Garchomp Z ex and Mega Absol Z ex complete the trio.
Other cards already shown on the official page include Revavroom, Drampa, Vibrava, Sigilyph ex and Meloetta, plus a new Supporter card featuring Korrina, the Gym Leader known for her bond with Lucario.
The complete card list has not yet been published. Japanese card-list sites report more cards, but we only list what The Pokémon Company has shown itself.
When does Aura Seeker come out in English?
An English version has not yet been officially announced. Japanese sets usually reach the English game a few months later, sometimes combined with cards from other sets. Until The Pokémon Company confirms it, any English date is speculation.
Why choose the Japanese box?
- First: the Japanese box is out months before any English version.
- Compact format: 30 packs of 5 cards, popular for openings and easy to collect sealed.
- Print quality: many collectors value Japanese cards for their finish and print quality.
- Playing: fine for casual play. Japanese cards are not allowed at Play! Pokémon events in Europe.
More on the differences in Japanese vs English Pokémon cards.
Pre-order Aura Seeker at M-District
We specialise in collectibles from Japan and ship from Amsterdam, tracked and free within the EU, without import duties on delivery. The Japanese Aura Seeker booster box is now available to pre-order, with shipping from Amsterdam expected in early December 2026. Keep an eye on our release calendar or browse the current Japanese booster boxes.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Japanese Aura Seeker release?
Aura Seeker (M7) comes out in Japan on 27 November 2026.
What is in a Japanese Aura Seeker booster box?
30 packs with 5 cards each.
What are the best cards in Aura Seeker?
The headline cards are Mega Lucario Z ex, Mega Garchomp Z ex and Mega Absol Z ex. The full card list has not been published yet.
Will Aura Seeker come out in English?
Not officially announced yet. We will update this article as soon as there is news.