Kouki Saitou
Kouki Saitou has been credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards since 2003, with artwork appearing through 2024. Their illustrations span sets including Platinum, Black & White, and Scarlet & Violet, often using vibrant color, clear character focus, and lively, balanced compositions.
“The card captures Hitmonchan in a moment of focus, its bright red boxing gloves poised for action against a backdrop of a dusky sky. The Pokémon’s determined expression hints at its readiness to engage, embodying the spirit of a fighter preparing for a challenge. The surrounding landscape, with hints of trees and a soft glow, adds a sense of calm before the storm, contrasting with Hitmonchan's dynamic stance. This scene invites the viewer to appreciate the balance between tranquility and the thrill of competition.”
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.
Detect
Flip a coin. If heads, prevent all effects of attacks, including damage, done to Hitmonchan during your opponent's next turn.
Sky Uppercut
This attack's damage isn't affected by Resistance.
