SV2A (SV2a) is the set code of Pokémon Card 151, the Japanese Scarlet & Violet enhanced expansion pack released on June 16, 2023. Our PSA 10 listings from it include Charizard ex SAR 201/165, Alakazam ex SAR 203/165, Pikachu AR 173/165, Poliwhirl AR 176/165 and mirror cards.
- SV2A is the set code of Pokémon Card 151, a Scarlet & Violet enhanced expansion pack released in Japan on June 16, 2023.
- Each booster pack holds 7 randomly inserted cards and was listed at 290 yen tax included.
- Our PSA 10 listings include two SAR cards: Charizard ex 201/165 and Alakazam ex 203/165.
- The set includes Monster Ball pattern holographic mirror cards, and our listings include Gengar and Exeggutor mirror cards.
- Most orders ship within 5 business days after PayPal or Wise payment clears, then travel by FedEx.
Updated November 9, 2026
| Key facts | Detail |
|---|---|
| English name | Pokémon Card 151 (Scarlet & Violet enhanced expansion pack) |
| Japanese name | ポケモンカード151 (read as “Ichi-Go-Ichi”) |
| Set code | SV2A (SV2a), Scarlet & Violet series |
| Edition | Japanese edition |
| Release date | June 16, 2023 (Friday), per the official set page |
| Booster pack | 290 yen tax included, 7 randomly inserted cards per pack |
| Card File Sets | Two sets at 2,200 yen tax included, “Monster Ball” and “Venusaur, Charizard, Blastoise”; each holds 3 promo cards, 1 card file, 5 booster packs and 1 catalog poster |
| Theme | 151 Pokémon from Bulbasaur to Mew in Pokédex order |
What Is SV2A, and What Does Pokémon Card 151 Contain?
SV2A is the set code of Pokémon Card 151, the Japanese enhanced expansion pack that the official Pokémon Card site publishes under the URL code sv2a. The official card database shows the same code, SV2a, as the regulation mark on cards from the set. Everything in this guide refers to the Japanese edition.
The set is built around the original 151 Pokémon, listed from Bulbasaur to Mew in Pokédex order. The card numbers on our listings follow a “number/165” format: Bulbasaur is 001/165, Squirtle is 007/165, Gengar is 094/165, Exeggutor is 103/165 and Magikarp is 129/165. The AR and SAR cards in our listings carry higher numbers over the same 165 figure: Pikachu is 173/165, Poliwhirl is 176/165, Charizard ex is 201/165 and Alakazam ex is 203/165.
The official page also lists the ex Pokémon of the set: Venusaur ex, Charizard ex, Blastoise ex, Alakazam ex, Jynx ex, Wigglytuff ex, Ninetales ex, Arbok ex, Golem ex, Kangaskhan ex, Zapdos ex and Mew ex. It lists Trainer cards too. Supporters include Giovanni’s Charisma, Erika’s Invitation and Masaki’s Transfer. Items include Safety Goggles, Snatch Arm, Leftovers and Big Air Balloon. The Fossil Trainer cards are Old Dome Fossil, Old Claw Fossil and Old Helix Amber.
The official page also names special illustration rarities, AR, SAR and SR, and mentions illustrated cards that include Pikachu, Nidoking, Omanyte, the starter evolution lines, Mew ex, Erika’s Invitation and Giovanni’s Charisma. It does not map those rarities to individual cards, so this guide takes every rarity label from our own product pages.
For a run of every card in the set, use our Pokemon 151 card list for SV2a. This article stays on the PSA 10 cards we list from the set, and on how to buy them from Japan.
How Do You Read an SV2A Listing Title and Card Number?
Read the title from left to right: the grade, the card name, the rarity label, then the set code and number in square brackets, then the set name. Our product pages follow this pattern for every card in this guide.
Take the Charizard listing as the example: “PSA10 Charizard ex SAR [SV2a 201/165] (Enhanced Expansion Pack “Pokemon Card 151″)”. “PSA10” is the grade. “Charizard ex” is the card. “SAR” is the rarity named in the title. “SV2a 201/165” is the set code and the collection number. The last part is the English name our listings use for the set, Enhanced Expansion Pack “Pokemon Card 151”.
Some titles add a finish after the card name. The Gengar listing reads “Gengar R: Monster Ball Mirror” and the Exeggutor listing reads “Exeggutor U: Master Ball Mirror”. For these cards the finish appears in the product title, so check the title words as well as the number before you order. Some listings, such as Bulbasaur, Squirtle and Magikarp, show a letter C after the name, and the Poliwhirl and Pikachu titles show AR.
The official card database uses the same number format. Its entry for Eevee shows collection number 133 / 165 and the regulation mark SV2a, which matches the pattern you see on our listings.
Which SV2A Cards Are in Our PSA 10 Listings?
Our PSA 10 listings from SV2A cover nine cards: Charizard ex SAR, Alakazam ex SAR, Pikachu AR, Poliwhirl AR, Gengar and Exeggutor mirror cards, and Bulbasaur, Squirtle and Magikarp. The table below sorts them by the rarity or finish shown in each product title.
This guide does not rank the cards by price. Prices on an article go stale, and each product page shows the current listing. Stock levels also change, so check each page when you are ready to order.
| Card | Number | Rarity or finish in title | PSA 10 listing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charizard ex | 201/165 | SAR | PSA 10 Charizard ex SAR |
| Alakazam ex | 203/165 | SAR | PSA 10 Alakazam ex SAR |
| Pikachu | 173/165 | AR | PSA 10 Pikachu AR |
| Poliwhirl | 176/165 | AR | PSA 10 Poliwhirl AR |
| Gengar (R, Monster Ball Mirror) | 094/165 | R, Monster Ball Mirror | PSA 10 Gengar Monster Ball Mirror (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order) |
| Exeggutor (U, Master Ball Mirror) | 103/165 | U, Master Ball Mirror | PSA 10 Exeggutor Master Ball Mirror |
| Bulbasaur (C) | 001/165 | C | PSA 10 Bulbasaur |
| Squirtle (C) | 007/165 | C | PSA 10 Squirtle |
| Magikarp (C) | 129/165 | C | PSA 10 Magikarp |
For a wider ranking of the set, including cards we do not list as PSA 10, read our separate guide to Pokemon 151 chase cards and the top 10 Japanese SV2a cards. This page is the graded-card view of the set.
What Do We Know About Charizard ex SAR 201/165?
Charizard ex SAR 201/165 is one of the two SAR cards in our SV2A PSA 10 listings, and it is the card to look at first if you want a Charizard from Pokémon Card 151 graded PSA 10. Its product page lists the number 201/165 and the rarity SAR.
The official set page gives the gameplay side of the three starter ex Pokémon. Charizard ex has the attack Inferno Vortex, which deals 330 damage. Venusaur ex has the ability Healing Flower. Blastoise ex has 330 HP and the ability Hard Shell. Those details come from the official page and describe the ex cards of the set, while the SAR label and the number 201/165 come from our product page.
Charizard also appears in the set’s packaging: one of the two Card File Sets is named “Venusaur, Charizard, Blastoise”. Its contents match the “Monster Ball” Card File Set: promo Bulbasaur, Charmander and Squirtle, 1 card file, 5 booster packs and 1 catalog poster, at 2,200 yen tax included.
You can view the graded copy on the PSA 10 Charizard ex SAR 201/165 product page. The description there states that the card is graded PSA 10 (Gem Mint) and that the PSA case may have minor scratches or marks on its surface.
What Do We Know About Alakazam ex SAR 203/165?
Alakazam ex SAR 203/165 is the second SAR card in our PSA 10 listings, and it carries the highest card number among the cards we list from SV2A. It is also one of the twelve ex Pokémon named on the official set page.
The official page names Alakazam ex among the ex Pokémon but does not say which ex cards have an SAR version, so we take the SAR label from our own product page. The graded copy is on the PSA 10 Alakazam ex SAR product page.
Because the set page lists AR, SAR and SR rarities without naming cards, the product title is the reliable identifier. It carries the card name, the number and the rarity in one line, so compare listings by title and not by assumption.
If you are choosing between the two SAR listings, Charizard ex gives you the Pokémon named on a Card File Set, and Alakazam ex gives you a second SAR card from the same set. Both are sold as PSA 10 Gem Mint cards.
What Are the Pikachu and Poliwhirl AR Listings?
Pikachu AR 173/165 and Poliwhirl AR 176/165 are the two AR cards in our SV2A PSA 10 listings. Both product titles show the rarity AR and a number over the 165 figure.
The official page confirms that the illustrated cards in the set include Pikachu, along with Nidoking, Omanyte, the starter evolution lines, Mew ex, Erika’s Invitation and Giovanni’s Charisma. It does not give card numbers, so the 173/165 label comes from our product page: PSA 10 Pikachu AR.
Two photos of the Poliwhirl listing are shown below. Poliwhirl is not named among the illustrated cards on the official page, so its AR label rests on the product page alone.
The Poliwhirl card is on two product pages with the same name and card details: the first and the second (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order). Each is a separate listing, so open both when you compare. For another AR card from the same set, see our guide to the Psyduck 151 card.
What Are the Monster Ball and Master Ball Mirror Listings?
Our PSA 10 mirror listings are Gengar R Monster Ball Mirror 094/165 and Exeggutor U Master Ball Mirror 103/165. The official page says SV2A includes Monster Ball pattern holographic mirror cards.
The official page also says the promo Bulbasaur, Charmander and Squirtle in the Card File Sets use this mirror finish. The Master Ball Mirror label on the Exeggutor listing comes from our product title. The number does not show the finish, and the title does.
For deeper reads on Gengar 094/165, see our Gengar R Monster Ball Mirror guide and Gengar R Master Ball Mirror guide. Our Eevee Master Ball Mirror guide covers Eevee 133/165.
The official card database lists Eevee as No. 133 from Pokémon Card 151, illustrated by Narumi Sato, with 70 HP and the attacks Colorful Friends and Skip 10. Colorful Friends searches the deck for up to 3 Pokémon of different types.
The Gengar R listing is on its product page (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order) and the Exeggutor U listing is on this page. Both show how a graded mirror card is presented in a PSA slab.
What Are the Bulbasaur, Squirtle and Magikarp Listings?
Bulbasaur C 001/165, Squirtle C 007/165 and Magikarp C 129/165 are the three C-labelled cards in our SV2A PSA 10 listings. Their numbers follow the Pokédex order that the set is built on.
Bulbasaur is card 001, the first Pokémon in the set’s run from Bulbasaur to Mew. We list Bulbasaur through two product pages, one (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order) and two.
Squirtle is on the PSA 10 Squirtle 007/165 page, and Magikarp is on the PSA 10 Magikarp 129/165 page (a second Magikarp listing is here (update: currently sold out — restock requests via Quick Order)). Check each page for the current price and availability.
What Does a PSA 10 Listing Tell You About These Cards?
A PSA 10 listing tells you the card has been graded PSA 10 (Gem Mint) by Professional Sports Authenticator, and that the title carries the set code, number and rarity. Our product descriptions say PSA 10 is the highest grade certifiable by PSA and is awarded only to cards in flawless, gem mint condition.
The same descriptions note that the PSA case may have minor scratches or marks on its surface. That is worth knowing before you order a card for display. They also say stock levels can change, so in some cases your order may take a little longer to ship.
A graded single gives you one named card in a known grade, without opening anything. Packs give you random cards: each pack holds 7 randomly inserted cards, so a specific SAR card is not certain from any pack. If you would rather open product, our Japanese Pokémon 151 booster box guide covers the box, and the sealed versus damaged box comparison helps you choose the box condition.
How Should You Choose Which SV2A Card to Buy?
Choose by goal: Charizard ex SAR 201/165 or Alakazam ex SAR 203/165 for an SAR card, Pikachu or Poliwhirl AR for an AR card, a mirror card for the finish, and the starter cards for a Pokédex-order display.
| Your goal | Card to look at | Why |
|---|---|---|
| One SAR card | Charizard ex SAR 201/165 | SAR in the title; Charizard is named on one of the two Card File Sets |
| A second SAR card | Alakazam ex SAR 203/165 | Second SAR in our PSA 10 listings |
| An AR card | Pikachu AR 173/165 or Poliwhirl AR 176/165 | AR in the title |
| A mirror finish | Gengar R 094/165 or Exeggutor U 103/165 | Monster Ball Mirror and Master Ball Mirror in the title |
| A Pokédex-order display | Bulbasaur 001, Squirtle 007, Magikarp 129 | Cards that follow the Bulbasaur-to-Mew numbering |
| Random pulls from packs | Booster box or packs | 7 randomly inserted cards per pack, so no card is certain |
Our recommendation is to decide the tier first and the Pokémon second. If you want one card to anchor a collection, start with the SAR listings. If you want a spread of cards in PSA 10, look at the AR and mirror listings together. The starter cards fit a display that follows the Pokédex.
If you are comparing the Japanese edition with the Chinese release, read our guide to Chinese 151 versus Japanese Pokemon 151 (SV2a) before you commit to a card.
What Else Came With SV2A Besides Booster Packs?
SV2A also came as two Card File Sets, and the official site runs an online game called “Pokémon 151 Challenge”. The Card File Sets cost 2,200 yen tax included each, and both hold promo Bulbasaur, Charmander and Squirtle (1 each), 1 card file, 5 booster packs and 1 catalog poster.
The two sets are named “Monster Ball” and “Venusaur, Charizard, Blastoise”, and they share the same contents. The promo cards use the Monster Ball mirror finish.
The online game has 60-second, 10-second and untimed Time Attack modes. Separately, the Pokémon Card site has an announcement that Pokémon Card 151 would be sold through Pokémon Center Online as a made-to-order product.
How Does Shipping Work for an SV2A Card?
Most orders are processed and shipped within 5 business days after PayPal or Wise payment has cleared, and then travel by FedEx with a tracking number. The shipping policy sets out two services.
| Service | Carrier product | Estimated FedEx transit after dispatch | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | FedEx International Connect Plus (with tracking number) | Usually 3-7 business days | Calculated at checkout from your delivery address |
| Expedited | FedEx International Priority (with tracking number) | Usually 2-5 business days | Calculated at checkout from your delivery address |
These transit times are estimates only, and they do not include handling time, weekends, Japanese national holidays or customs processing. There is no minimum order amount or quantity, so a single graded card is a valid order. FedEx cannot deliver to P.O. Boxes, so give a physical address at checkout. After an order is handed to FedEx, customs inspections, import procedures and carrier events can delay delivery, and the policy says such delays do not by themselves create a right to cancel or refund after dispatch.
PSA graded cards have one extra note. The policy says PSA cards may also be offered through our other sales channels, so an item shown online may already be sold before our team locks the allocation for your online order. Once your payment has cleared, we secure the PSA graded card matching your order, even if additional sourcing is required, and dispatch may take longer in that case.
Before you pay, check your shipping address. While an order is paid and its shipment has not been scheduled, you can update the shipping address yourself under My Account > Orders. The destination country cannot be changed, and the shipping method stays as selected at checkout.
Which Payment Methods Can You Use?
You can pay by Wise bank transfer, PayPal, or a credit or debit card through PayPal, and all payments are made in Japanese yen. The payment methods page explains each option.
| Method | Processing fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wise (bank transfer) | None | The only method without the 5% payment processing fee; use the payment reference SST-{order number} exactly as issued |
| PayPal | 5% | Payment completes immediately at checkout |
| Credit or debit card (through PayPal) | 5% | Visa, Mastercard, American Express and JCB; PayPal decides which is offered for your country and card |
| PayPal Pay Later | See page | Offered and operated by PayPal; the product depends on your country, such as PayPal Pay in 4 in the United States |
If you pay by Wise without uploading a screenshot, the order is cancelled automatically if payment has not arrived within 12 hours, or within 3 hours when the order contains a pre-order item. With a screenshot, which needs an account, you have 5 days to upload it and the order price is held for a total of 10 days. SWIFT payments incur a receiving fee of JPY 611, which you should add to the order total.
Because every payment is in yen, the amount on your statement can differ from the amount we charge, depending on your card issuer, bank or PayPal. That difference is set by your provider. For card payments, PayPal’s own secure window opens, and we never see or store your card number, expiry date or security code.
Should You Buy Graded SV2A Singles or Open Boxes?
Buy graded singles if you want one specific card, and open boxes if you want to open packs. A booster pack of SV2A holds 7 randomly inserted cards, so no pack or box is certain to contain Charizard ex SAR 201/165 or Alakazam ex SAR 203/165.
The set page lists the SAR, AR and SR rarities and the mirror cards, and this guide gives no odds. A graded single removes the randomness. If you want to open the set, our box guides explain the options: the sealed versus damaged box guide compares box conditions, and the booster box guide covers the box and carton.
A workable plan: pick one SAR or AR card as the anchor, add one mirror card for the finish, and fill out the line with Bulbasaur, Squirtle or Magikarp as budget allows. Each listing is a separate PSA 10 card, and there is no minimum order, so you can buy in stages.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does SV2A mean in Pokémon cards?
SV2A is the set code of Pokémon Card 151, a Scarlet & Violet enhanced expansion pack released in Japan on June 16, 2023. It is also written SV2a.
Which SV2A cards do you list as PSA 10?
Our PSA 10 listings include Charizard ex SAR 201/165, Alakazam ex SAR 203/165, Pikachu AR 173/165, Poliwhirl AR 176/165, Gengar R Monster Ball Mirror 094/165, Exeggutor U Master Ball Mirror 103/165, Bulbasaur 001/165, Squirtle 007/165 and Magikarp 129/165.
How many cards are in a Pokémon 151 booster pack?
Each Japanese Pokémon Card 151 booster pack holds 7 randomly inserted cards and was listed at 290 yen tax included.
What do AR and SAR mean in SV2A listings?
They are rarity labels shown in the product titles. In our listings, Pikachu 173/165 and Poliwhirl 176/165 are AR, while Charizard ex 201/165 and Alakazam ex 203/165 are SAR.
Does SV2A have mirror cards?
Yes. The official page says the set includes Monster Ball pattern holographic mirror cards. Our listings include Gengar R Monster Ball Mirror 094/165 and Exeggutor U Master Ball Mirror 103/165.
How long does shipping take?
Most orders are processed within 5 business days after payment clears. FedEx then usually takes 3-7 business days on Connect Plus or 2-5 business days on International Priority, and these are estimates only.
Can I pay with a credit card?
Yes, you can pay with Visa, Mastercard, American Express or JCB through PayPal, depending on what PayPal offers for your country and card. A 5% payment processing fee applies, and Wise bank transfer is the only method without it.
Where can I see every card in the set?
Our Pokemon 151 card list for SV2a covers the full set, including the secret rares.
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