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 card captures Heracross in a moment of quiet strength, poised against a backdrop that hints at a twilight sky. Its vibrant blue shell glistens softly, contrasting with the earthy tones of the rocky terrain. This scene evokes a sense of resilience, as Heracross stands ready to defend its territory, embodying both determination and grace. The atmosphere feels charged with anticipation, as if the world around it is holding its breath.”
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.
Dig Deep
Search your discard pile for an Energy card, show it to your opponent, and put it into your hand.
Extra Claws
If the Defending Pokémon is Pokémon-ex, this attack does 30 damage plus 20 more damage.
