Tika Matsuno

Tika Matsuno is credited on Pokémon Trading Card Game cards from 2019 to 2025. Artwork appears across the Sword & Shield and Scarlet & Violet series, with frequent placements in Scarlet & Violet, SWSH Black Star Promos, and Paldea Evolved.

The work is characterized by whimsical, playful, and cartoon-leaning illustration, often built around balanced compositions with occasional dynamic staging. Color is a primary driver: vibrant palettes recur throughout, frequently tempered by pastel and soft harmonies. Moods trend cheerful and lighthearted, with serene and dreamy notes appearing in select pieces. A representative credit is Espeon (SWSH Black Star Promos SWSH174). Among the most sought-after cards illustrated by Tika Matsuno is Vaporeon V (SWSH Black Star Promos SWSH181).