Hajime Kusajima
Hajime Kusajima is credited on Pokémon TCG cards from 1999 to 2018, spanning E-Card and EX-era releases. The work favors vibrant, contrasting color with playful, energetic moods, using balanced, character-forward compositions that keep action clear and readable.
“The card shows Nincada nestled comfortably in its earthy burrow, surrounded by lush greenery and scattered autumn leaves. Its inquisitive gaze suggests a moment of quiet reflection, as if pondering its next adventure in the gentle embrace of nature. The scene evokes a sense of calm, allowing the viewer to appreciate the simplicity and beauty of this small Pokémon's habitat. Nincada appears perfectly at ease, embodying a serene connection to its environment.”
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 17, 2026.
Leech Life
After your attack, remove from Nincada the number of damage counters equal to the damage you did to the Defending Pokémon. If Nincada has fewer damage counters than that, remove all of them.
