It does focus on responsibility and respect but the acquisitiveness that the phenomenon produces overshadows some of the positive Japanese values that we could benefit from. Pokemon does not cultivate contentment and that is something all Christians, especially children, need. Contentment means to be satisfied with what God has given and to trust in Him for everything else. If these drives are not tempered by godly righteousness, they become vices. We have too much of these vices already.
Children are vulnerable and open to manipulation.
Pokemon can be intensely manipulative. Inc. All rights reserved.