Ken Sugimori
Ken Sugimori is credited on more than 1,100 Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2022, spanning sets such as Base, Gym Heroes, and Neo Genesis. The work favors clear, character-forward staging, playful moods, and vibrant-to-pastel color palettes with balanced, simple compositions.
“The card 'Mary's Request' captures a moment of camaraderie between a young trainer and her Ampharos, set against a backdrop of a cozy recording studio. The trainer, with her vibrant red hair and glasses, appears engaged and cheerful as she interacts with her Pokémon, who looks attentive and curious. This scene evokes a sense of teamwork and connection, highlighting the bond that can exist between trainers and their Pokémon. It feels like a snapshot of a shared experience, where both characters are fully immersed in”
Editorial & Data
Published by Artchu Editorial. Card facts are based on structured reference data and Artchu enrichment. Visual commentary is AI-assisted and human-reviewed. Visual ranking reflects Artchu’s internal art_score methodology. Market data reflects the latest source shown on the page. Data refreshed: January 18, 2026.
