Katsura Tabata

Katsura Tabata is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game artwork from 2002 to 2018. The catalogue spans the EX series in particular, with appearances in Team Magma vs Team Aqua and Team Rocket Returns, alongside E-Card releases such as Skyridge. Across these sets, Tabata’s cards frequently present Pokémon and Trainers with direct, readable staging.

The visual approach is often cartoon-leaning and digitally finished, favoring simple, focused compositions and clean silhouettes. Color is typically vibrant and bright, with occasional contrasting accents and limited palettes that keep attention on the central figure. Mood trends playful and energetic, with select images shifting toward a more intense register while maintaining clarity. Among the most sought-after cards illustrated by Katsura Tabata is Mewtwo ex{ex1-101}.