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 depicts Cranidos in a dynamic moment, seemingly in mid-leap as it navigates a rocky landscape. Its blue and gray body contrasts with the earthy tones of the environment, emphasizing its rugged nature. The expression on Cranidos's face conveys determination, suggesting a character that is both playful and fierce. This snapshot captures the essence of a creature that thrived in a prehistoric world, inviting viewers to imagine the adventures it might embark upon.”
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.
Headbutt
Steamroll
Does 20 damage to 1 of your opponent's Benched Pokémon. (Don't apply Weakness and Resistance for Benched Pokémon.)
