Chinchou

Chinchou

Selected Masterpiece • 57/160
Market Price $0.38
Primal Clash XY 2015
The Illustrator

Kagemaru Himeno

Kagemaru Himeno has been credited on Pokémon TCG art from 1999 to 2024, spanning 656 cards. Work appears across sets including Jungle, Team Rocket, and Black & White, with a craft built on playful, character-forward staging, balanced layouts, and vibrant, often pastel-leaning color.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Chinchou swimming gracefully through a vibrant underwater scene, surrounded by colorful corals and bubbles that create a lively atmosphere. Its bright eyes and playful expression convey a sense of curiosity and joy, as it navigates its aquatic world. The gentle movement of water adds a serene quality, inviting the viewer to imagine the soft sounds of the ocean. This snapshot captures a moment of wonder in the life of this Angler 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 17, 2026.

Rarity Common
Card Type Lightning
Era
XY
Release
04/02/2015

Wave Splash

20
Weakness
×2
Resistance
-20
Retreat Cost