2026 Trading Card Size & Sleeve Size Guide by Game
There are many trading card games, including Pokémon TCG, Yu-Gi-Oh!, and Magic: The Gathering. Whether you play or collect, sleeves are one of the most important accessories for protecting your cards.
When starting a new game or replacing sleeves, it can be difficult to know which size to choose. This guide summarizes common card sizes and the sleeve sizes that fit them.
Most Trading Cards Fall into Two Main Sizes
Many currently available trading card games use one of the following two card formats.
| Size | Dimensions | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Small / Japanese Size | 59 × 86 mm | Yu-Gi-Oh!, Cardfight!! Vanguard, Battle Spirits, and others |
| Standard / Regular Size | 63 × 88 mm | Pokémon TCG, Duel Masters, Magic: The Gathering, UNION ARENA, ONE PIECE Card Game, Disney Lorcana, Weiß Schwarz, WIXOSS, Rebirth for you, Z/X, GUNDAM CARD GAME, hololive OCG, Shadowverse EVOLVE, and others |
Basic Sleeve Size Guide
Choose sleeves that match the dimensions of the card. Use the table below as a general reference.
| Card Size | Inner Sleeve | Colored / Character Sleeve |
|---|---|---|
| Small (59 × 86 mm) | Approx. 60 × 87 mm, often labeled “Mini” or “Small” | Approx. 62 × 89 mm |
| Standard (63 × 88 mm) | Approx. 64 × 89 mm, often labeled “Standard” or “Regular” | Approx. 66 × 91 mm or larger |
Terminology
- Inner sleeve: The innermost sleeve placed directly around the card. It is the foundation of multi-sleeve setups.
- Colored sleeve: A solid-color sleeve placed over the inner sleeve, often used to give a deck a consistent back color.
- Character sleeve: A sleeve printed with anime, game, or character artwork. An outer sleeve is sometimes added to protect the character sleeve itself.
Summary: Choose the Right Size to Enjoy Your Cards Longer
Sleeves are the “armor” that protects cards for both players and collectors. Choosing the wrong size can make a sleeve unusable or even put unnecessary stress on the card.
When starting a new TCG or buying new sleeves, check the card dimensions and sleeve dimensions before ordering.
🛡 A Note from YOROI
YOROI currently offers sleeves for standard-size cards. We are also considering small-size sleeves if there is enough demand. Please send requests or feedback through our contact form.
