Raikou (Japanese)
SM8: Super-Burst Impact · 037/095 · Rare
Current Prices
Number
037/095
Rarity
Rare
Variant
Holofoil
Market
US (TCGplayer)
Last Updated
Jun 9, 2026
What Is Raikou (Japanese) Worth?
Raikou (Japanese) (Holofoil variant) is a Rare card in the SM8: Super-Burst Impact set, card number 037/095. On PokeCardWorth we focus on one question — what is it actually worth — and at its current valuation, it is an affordable, easy-to-find card best valued as part of a complete set rather than on its own.
Raikou (Japanese) Value Breakdown
As of 2026, Raikou (Japanese) (SM8: Super-Burst Impact, 037/095) is worth around $1.08 in Near Mint condition. A PSA 10 (Gem Mint) example is valued near $183.62 — about 170x the raw price, which is the single biggest swing in this card's value.
Is It Worth Grading Raikou (Japanese)?
Grading Raikou (Japanese) can pay off concretely: the gap between its raw value ($1.08) and a PSA 10 ($183.62) is about $182.54 — a 170x uplift before grading fees. At this value grading rarely makes sense — the fee usually exceeds the card's worth.
Detailed Price Breakdown
| Source | Condition / Grade | Average | Low | High | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ebay | NEAR MINT | $2.19 | $2.19 | $2.19 | 1 |
| ebay | PSA 10 | $183.62 | $183.62 | $183.62 | 1 |
| tcgplayer | NEAR MINT | $1.08 | $1.08 | $1.08 | 21 |
Is Raikou (Japanese) a Good Buy?
Raikou (Japanese) is a Rare that collectors actively chase for set completion. Don't expect price growth here — value it for completeness, not returns. Whatever you decide, recheck Raikou (Japanese)'s value on PokeCardWorth before buying or selling — the 2026 market shifts with set releases, nostalgia cycles, and demand.
