Pikachu

by Mitsuhiro Arita illustrated 2004 EX Trainer Kit Latios

Lightning

The Illustrator

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.

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Editorial & Data

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Curatorial Commentary

The card depicts Pikachu standing on a gentle slope, gazing out over a vast landscape bathed in soft, warm colors. The scene captures a moment of quiet contemplation, as Pikachu seems to be absorbing the beauty of its surroundings. Its bright yellow fur contrasts with the muted hues of the horizon, creating a sense of harmony in nature. This snapshot invites the viewer to appreciate the simple yet profound connection between Pikachu and the world around it.

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Catalogue plate № 6/10

Identity

PokémonPikachu

TypeLightning

StageBasic

Authorship

IllustratorMitsuhiro Arita

SetEX Trainer Kit Latios

Year2004

Plate №6/10

Composition