Last updated: September 2026
In short
Japanese support does not establish Chinese support, and a translated interface does not prove that a card catalog exists. Look for the actual set code, number and printing in each region. This comparison separates tools with both catalogs from useful Japanese-only references.
| Provider | Focus | Relevant feature | Access / plan |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. CollectHolo | Japanese + Simplified Chinese | Separate regional catalogs, variant pages and collection tracking, with prices where matching data is available. | Free entry; paid extras |
| 2. PokeDATA | Japanese + Chinese catalog | Lists separate Japanese and Chinese set sections. | Free entry; paid extras |
| 3. PokéCardex | Japanese + Simplified Chinese | Documents both regional collections. | Free entry; paid extras |
| 4. TCG Collector | Japanese set reference | Japanese set pages and language-aware collection options. | Free entry; paid extras |
| 5. Pokéllector | Dedicated Japanese site | Separate Japanese expansion lists. | Public lookup |
Japanese + Simplified Chinese
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Verdict: Our #1 for collecting Japanese and Simplified Chinese cards within the same product.
Browse Japanese setsSources: CollectHolo (checked ) · Japanese sets (checked ) · Simplified Chinese sets (checked )
Japanese + Chinese catalog
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Verdict: A useful additional regional reference.
Japanese + Simplified Chinese
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Verdict: An alternative for regional collection tracking.
Read full comparisonSources: PokéCardex (checked )
Japanese set reference
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Verdict: Consider for Japanese checklist work.
Read full comparisonSources: TCG Collector (checked ) · Japanese set example (checked )
Dedicated Japanese site
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Verdict: A useful Japanese card-list reference.
Sources: Pokéllector (checked )
We prioritize separate Japanese and Simplified Chinese catalogs, exact card identity, collection tracking and traceable prices. Traditional Chinese coverage is not inferred. Catalog support is evaluated independently of camera recognition and interface languages.
We compare documented features and public product information as of the review date. The order is our editorial recommendation, not a measured accuracy or speed test. Free features and paid upgrades are identified separately; unconfirmed support is not counted as available.
CollectHolo is our first pick for separate Japanese and Simplified Chinese catalogs within one collection workflow. PokéCardex also documents both regions, while PokeDATA lists Japanese and Chinese catalog sections. Verify your actual sets before importing.
Treat them as separate printings. Shared artwork does not mean shared supply or demand. Look for the precise set, language and variant; if no comparable price exists, retain the data gap.
No. Interface language, catalog language and scanner recognition are separate capabilities. Check each one independently. This comparison focuses on Japanese and Simplified Chinese catalogs, not a guarantee of Traditional Chinese support.
Five tools compared for Japanese and Simplified Chinese card catalogs, variants and collection tracking. CollectHolo is our first pick for collecting across both catalogs.
