Astral Radiance (Sword & Shield—Astral Radiance) released in English on May 27, 2022 with 189 cards plus 27 secret rares and a 30-card Trainer Gallery. In Japan those cards came out earlier as Battle Region, Time Gazer, Space Juggler — set codes S9a, S10D, S10P. This page maps the English set to its Japanese source sets, links the complete Japanese card lists (all 269 catalogued entries), and shows current sealed-box pricing from our Tokyo stock.
- Astral Radiance = Battle Region, Time Gazer, Space Juggler in Japan (S9a, S10D, S10P).
- English release May 27, 2022; Japanese releases February 25, 2022; April 8, 2022; April 8, 2022.
- 269 Japanese entries catalogued across the source sets vs 189 cards plus 27 secret rares and a 30-card Trainer Gallery in English.
- Sealed S9a box currently listed at ¥12,000 (August 28, 2026).
The Japanese Sets Behind Astral Radiance
Astral Radiance is built from the twin Japanese sets Time Gazer (S10D) and Space Juggler (S10P), with cards from Battle Region (S9a) and the Lucario VSTAR / Darkrai VSTAR starter sets; the remaining Japanese cards were held back for Lost Origin, per PokeBeach. (Composition as reported by PokeBeach / Pokellector.) Entry counts below come from the Limitless TCG Japanese catalogue, which lists every numbered card including secret rares.
| Code | Japanese set | Type | JP release | Catalogued entries | Secret Rares | Full JP card list | Sealed box |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S9a | Battle Region | Enhanced Expansion Pack | February 25, 2022 | 93 | 9 | S9a card list | ¥12,000 (~$75) |
| S10D | Time Gazer | Expansion Pack | April 8, 2022 | 88 | 12 | S10D card list | sold out — restock via Quick Order |
| S10P | Space Juggler | Expansion Pack | April 8, 2022 | 88 | 12 | S10P card list | ¥14,500 (~$91) |
Japanese Set-by-Set Breakdown
S9a Battle Region — Enhanced Expansion Pack, JP release February 25, 2022
Limitless TCG catalogues 93 entries for S9a: 3 Ultra Rare, 9 Secret Rare, 3 Triple Rare, 6 Double Rare, 10 Rare, 20 Uncommon, 25 Common, 3 Radiant Rare, 6 Character Holo Rare, 2 Character Super Rare, 6 Holo Rare. The Secret Rare run goes from Virizion V (S9a 74) to Kamado (S9a 82). Browse every card by number and rarity on our S9a Battle Region card list.
S10D Time Gazer — Expansion Pack, JP release April 8, 2022
Limitless TCG catalogues 88 entries for S10D: 3 Ultra Rare, 12 Secret Rare, 3 Triple Rare, 6 Double Rare, 8 Rare, 21 Uncommon, 29 Common, 6 Holo Rare. The Secret Rare run goes from Hisuian Lilligant V (S10D 68) to Zisu (S10D 79). Browse every card by number and rarity on our S10D Time Gazer card list.
S10P Space Juggler — Expansion Pack, JP release April 8, 2022
Limitless TCG catalogues 88 entries for S10P: 3 Ultra Rare, 12 Secret Rare, 3 Triple Rare, 6 Double Rare, 8 Rare, 21 Uncommon, 29 Common, 6 Holo Rare. The Secret Rare run goes from Beedrill V (S10P 68) to Choy (S10P 79). Browse every card by number and rarity on our S10P Space Juggler card list.
Top-Rarity Japanese Cards in Pictures
Where to Buy the Japanese Astral Radiance Sets from Tokyo
Want the Japanese cards behind Astral Radiance? Sealed Japanese boxes for the source sets are listed above; browse the full range in our Japanese Pokémon booster box collection. For singles or graded copies of a specific card, request a quote via Quick Order with the Japanese set code and number.
Astral Radiance Japanese Card List FAQ
What Japanese set is Astral Radiance in?
Astral Radiance is built from the twin Japanese sets Time Gazer (S10D) and Space Juggler (S10P), with cards from Battle Region (S9a) and the Lucario VSTAR / Darkrai VSTAR starter sets; the remaining Japanese cards were held back for Lost Origin, per PokeBeach. Set codes: S9a, S10D, S10P.
When did Astral Radiance release in English and in Japan?
English: May 27, 2022. Japanese source sets: Battle Region (S9a) on February 25, 2022; Time Gazer (S10D) on April 8, 2022; Space Juggler (S10P) on April 8, 2022.
How many cards are in Astral Radiance compared with the Japanese sets?
The English set lists 189 cards plus 27 secret rares and a 30-card Trainer Gallery. The Japanese catalogue lists 269 entries across 3 source sets, counted from Limitless TCG’s Japanese database (secret rares included).
Can I buy the Japanese Astral Radiance sets from Japan?
Yes — sealed Japanese boxes for Battle Region, Time Gazer, Space Juggler ship from Tokyo with tracking when listed; prices in this guide are our listings as of August 28, 2026. Singles and graded copies can be requested via Quick Order.
Are Japanese Astral Radiance cards the same as the English ones?
They share Pokémon and artwork for the cards that were carried over, but the Japanese prints use their own set codes (S9a, S10D, S10P) and numbering, and some Japanese cards were not included in the English release.
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