Team Aqua’s Chinchou

Team Aqua’s Chinchou

Selected Masterpiece • 49/95
Artist Kazuo Yazawa
Market Price $5.67
The Illustrator

Kazuo Yazawa

Kazuo Yazawa is credited on Pokémon TCG illustrations from 2003 to 2021, spanning EX-era releases and later revisits. The work favors vibrant color, focused and balanced staging, and a playful, cartoon-leaning finish that can shift into more intense moments.

Curatorial Commentary

“The card depicts Team Aqua's Chinchou gliding through the water, its bright, glowing antennae illuminating the depths around it. This small Pokémon appears curious and playful, embodying a sense of wonder in its aquatic environment. The gentle ripples in the water create a serene atmosphere, inviting the viewer to imagine the calmness of its underwater world. Chinchou's expression suggests a friendly nature, making it a charming presence in this tranquil scene.”

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.

Rarity Common
Card Type Lightning
Era
EX
Release
01/03/2004

Confuse Ray

Flip a coin. If heads, the Defending Pokémon is now Confused.

Wave Splash

20
Weakness
×2
Resistance
-30
Retreat Cost