1997 Carddass Pokmon Cards Explained A GRAIL from my collection, one of the first Pokemon cards ever made in 1997 . In 1997, these Carddass collectible cards were sold exclusively in Japan, featuring official artwork for all 151 Pokemon using their signature attacks. : r pokemon 1997 Pokemon Japan Spearow Jungle #21 TCG Graded 9 Mint Pokemon Card Shields Stamps & Coins Japanese Vintage Holo Rare Pokemon Cards (1997 2000) Japanese Pokemon Cards Japanese Pokemon Team Rocket Cards Vintage 1997 Set Mix, Moderately Played Condition Rockets Zapdos Japanese