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 Swellow card captures a moment of the Pokémon soaring gracefully through a clear blue sky, its wings spread wide as it glides effortlessly. The vibrant colors of its plumage contrast beautifully with the soft clouds, creating a sense of freedom and agility. This snapshot reflects Swellow's character as a skilled flyer, embodying both elegance and speed. It invites the viewer to appreciate the serene beauty of nature through the eyes of this remarkable Pokémon.”
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.
Clutch
The Defending Pokémon can't retreat until the end of your opponent's next turn.
Quick Dive
Flip a coin. If heads, choose 1 of your opponent's Pokémon. This attack does 50 damage to that Pokémon. This attack's damage isn't affected by Weakness or Resistance.
