A Neo Genesis Japanese booster pack is a sealed pack from the neo1 set, and the Old Back label in its listing tells you it carries the older Japanese reverse design. This guide explains exactly what our listing states, what it does not, and how to weigh a sealed pack against the graded neo1 cards we list.
We keep to what our listing states. Our listing name carries the set code [neo1], the set name “Gold, Silver, to a New World…” and the label Old Back. We state no release date, card count or pack contents for neo1.
- The sealed pack is the Neo Genesis Japanese Pokemon Booster Pack [neo1], currently listed at ¥190,000 (~$1,234); the listing name carries the set code neo1, the set name “Gold, Silver, to a New World…” and the label Old Back.
- Graded neo1 cards we list are identified by number: Slowking No.199, Kingdra No.230 and Azumarill No.184, each offered as a PSA 10 back order — sourced to order; the product page shows the current terms.
- USD figures convert at ¥154/USD, approximate.
How to Read the Neo Genesis Listing
The parts of the listing name worth reading are:
- Neo Genesis Japanese Pokemon Booster Pack — the product type: a sealed booster pack in Japanese.
- [neo1] — the set code. The neo1 code also appears in the graded card rows below, which is how you connect the pack to the singles.
- (Gold, Silver, to a New World…) — the set name as our listing gives it. The graded rows print the same name as Pokemon Card neo Expansion Pack “Gold Silver to a New World…”.
- Old Back — the label our listings use for the older Japanese reverse design. Our Old Back guide explains how to recognise it.
Everything else about the pack — year, number of cards, contents — is outside what this guide states. If a seller gives you those figures, ask which source they come from.
The Graded neo1 Cards We List
These graded neo1 cards are offered as PSA 10 back orders — sourced to order; the product page shows the current terms. The PSA 10 back order guide explains the process once.
| Card as listed | Set code and number | Status | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Slowking (Old Back) | neo1 No.199 | PSA 10 back order | ¥484,499 (~$3,146) |
| Kingdra (Old Back) | neo1 No.230 | PSA 10 back order | ¥91,800 (~$596) |
| Azumarill (Old Back) | neo1 No.184 | PSA 10 back order | ¥66,280 (~$430) |
A physical PSA 10 Kingdra (No.230) listing is sold out at the time of this update — restock requests go through Quick Order.
The official database does not list this print; the number, set and grade are as printed on our listed copy. The pattern in the table is the useful part: every row shares the neo1 code and the same set name, and only the number changes.
Sealed Pack or Graded Single
The sealed pack and the graded singles answer different questions, and choosing between them is a matter of what you want in your hands.
| Question | Sealed pack | Graded single |
|---|---|---|
| What is the item? | A sealed neo1 booster pack, Old Back | One named card with a PSA grade on the label |
| What is fixed at purchase? | The pack and its seal, as photographed | The card, the grade and the number |
| What can you check? | Photographs and the listed condition | Photographs, the label and PSA’s published standard |
| How is it listed? | Currently listed at ¥190,000 (~$1,234) | Offered as a PSA 10 back order (see the table above) |
The pack is a sealed item, so it cannot be judged against a card standard; the singles can. PSA’s grading standards page describes a Gem Mint 10 as “a virtually perfect card” with front centering within approximately 55/45 percent, and our PSA 10 meaning guide walks through the rest of that text. If you want a specific Pokemon from neo1, a graded single is the direct route; if you want the sealed item, ask the questions in the next section.
Questions to Ask Before Buying a Sealed Vintage Pack
Before buying any sealed vintage pack, work through these points using the listing itself:
- Does the listing name match the photograph? Compare the set code, set name and Old Back label in the name with the product photograph.
- What condition does the listing state? Our condition guide for Japanese cards explains how we describe condition.
- Which pack format is it? Our short vs long booster packs article and vintage booster packs guide cover the formats.
- Is the source of every figure stated? Years, card counts and contents should come with a source; if they do not, treat them as claims to check.
Our guide to spotting fake Japanese cards applies the same habit of checking printed detail against a reference.
Where to Buy Neo Genesis Cards from Tokyo
The sealed pack is listed in our vintage pack collection, and physical PSA 10 singles are in the PSA 10 collection; the neo1 back orders above open from their links. Graded singles are also browsable on the PSA 10 card list. The Neo Genesis Japanese Pokemon Booster Pack [neo1] is currently listed at ¥190,000 (~$1,234). For a neo1 print that is not listed, sourcing requests go through Quick Order. Our guide to buying Japanese Pokemon cards from Japan explains ordering from Tokyo, and our vintage Japanese Pokemon cards guide covers the wider Old Back, neo, e-series and VS listings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Neo Genesis Japanese booster pack?
It is a sealed Japanese booster pack with the set code neo1, listed by us as the Neo Genesis Japanese Pokemon Booster Pack [neo1], labelled Old Back. We state no release date, card count or contents.
What does Old Back mean on the neo1 pack?
Old Back is the label our listings use for the older Japanese reverse design. Our Old Back guide explains how to recognise it.
Are neo1 cards in the official Pokemon card database?
For the prints in this guide, the official database does not list this print; the number, set and grade are as printed on our listed copy.
Which neo1 cards do you list as PSA 10?
Slowking No.199, Kingdra No.230 and Azumarill No.184 are offered as PSA 10 back orders — sourced to order; the product page shows the current terms.
Should I buy the sealed pack or a graded card?
It depends on what you want to hold. The pack is a sealed item judged from photographs and the listed condition; a graded card carries a PSA grade judged against PSA’s published standard.
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