Mitsuhiro Arita
Mitsuhiro Arita has been credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2025, spanning more than 700 illustrations. Work appears across Base, Team Rocket, and Legendary Collection, balancing character-focused staging with energetic, colorful scenes and clear, action-forward framing.
“The Gyarados card captures a moment of dynamic movement, showcasing the Pokémon as it swims through a vibrant underwater scene. Its powerful body twists and turns, creating a sense of energy and majesty in its aquatic environment. The surrounding water is alive with bubbles and motion, emphasizing Gyarados's fierce nature and commanding presence. This snapshot invites viewers to appreciate the beauty and intensity of this formidable creature.”
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 16, 2026.
Hydro Splash
Hyper Beam
Discard an Energy card attached to the Defending Pokémon.