“Our hearts go out to all those who have been impacted.”
However, Honolulu has proven a controversial choice.
Social media is awash with contrasting opinions.
Some players are excited - after all, Hawaii was the inspiration for Sun and Moon’s Alola region.
Now the state has suffered wildfires, fuelled by a dry summer and strong winds from a passing hurricane.
Over 90 people are confirmed dead.
Aquaman actor and native Hawaiian Jason Momoa has warned tourists not to travel to Maui as it recovers.
“Do not travel to Maui,” he said in anInstagram post.
“Do not convince yourself that your presence is needed on an island that is suffering this deeply.”
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However, many have found its announcement insensitive - or too small a donation.
“This goes beyond the wildfires,” saidone response.
Listen to the people speaking out who are directly impacted," readsanother.
This wasn’t the only controversy from this year’s Pokemon World Championship.
