Hideki Ishikawa Pokémon cards
All 115 English cards illustrated by Hideki Ishikawa across 53 sets from 2016 to 2026, newest first.
- Cards
- 115
- Sets
- 53
- First card
- 2016Magmar, Generations
- Active
- 2016 to 2026
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About Hideki Ishikawa
Hideki Ishikawa blends cinematic lighting with decisive motion that makes legendaries and companions feel alive. Collectors chase these releases for cross-language pairs, expressive palettes, and layouts that sing in a handmade grid.
Signature card deep-dive
Solgaleo & Lunala-GX (Cosmic Eclipse) – Rare Holo GX channels Ishikawa’s spotlight contrast and soaring composition, giving the duo true cover-card presence. It anchors this spread because a marquee tag team with a clear rarity line sets both visual rhythm and price expectations for the rest.
The accompanying card grids place Solgaleo & Lunala-GX (Cosmic Eclipse) – Rare Holo GX beside Solgaleo & Lunala-GX (Dream League) – Double Rare to guide binder rows and top-loader displays. That side-by-side view highlights how a flagship illustration unifies color, typography, and rarity stamps across languages for a satisfying centerpiece.
Spotlight picks and comparisons
Solgaleo & Lunala-GX (Dream League) – Double Rare presents the Japanese treatment with crisp rarity text and a slightly different language cadence, contrasting nicely with Solgaleo & Lunala-GX (Cosmic Eclipse) – Rare Holo GX in English. That cross-language pairing creates a natural two-card mini chase that rewards a mirrored binder pocket layout.
Rayquaza VMAX (Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery) – Rare Holo VMAX erupts in luminous greens over a towering canvas, while Rockruff (Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery) – Trainer Gallery Rare Holo leans into warm studio tones and character charm. The accompanying card grids park these Trainer Gallery hits under the tag team row so color flow moves from cosmic intensity to cozy companion energy.
Artist era and why collectors care
Ishikawa’s arc here starts in 2019 with Dream League and Cosmic Eclipse, then extends into Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery in 2022. That timeline lets collectors track style through a tidy ladder of Rare Holo GX, Double Rare, Rare Holo VMAX, and Trainer Gallery Rare Holo without straying from a focused theme.
Collectors can pair English and Japanese on the top row, give Rayquaza VMAX the power slot beneath, and let Rockruff round the corner for balance. The accompanying card grids echo that handmade plan so the story reads cleanly in a nine-pocket binder or a compact shelf display.
Why Solgaleo & Lunala-GX is trending
Solgaleo & Lunala-GX is the top trending card for English collectors this week. It headlines the Cosmic Eclipse release from November 1, 2019. Collectors are chasing card #75. Interest around this rare holo gx print continues to climb.
Solgaleo & Lunala-GX brings Psychic-type, 270 HP to the table.
Market signals to watch
Also on the move: Solgaleo & Lunala-GX, Rayquaza VMAX, Rockruff. Watch how these cards influence deck-building and price swings alongside Solgaleo & Lunala-GX.
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Pokémon Hideki Ishikawa draws most
Sets with the most Hideki Ishikawa cards
2026 7 cards
30th Celebration, 30th Celebration: Classic Collection, Pitch Black, Chaos Rising
2025 9 cards
Phantasmal Flames, Mega Evolution, Destined Rivals, Journey Together
2024 9 cards
Surging Sparks, Stellar Crown, Twilight Masquerade, Temporal Forces
2023 12 cards
Paradox Rift, 151, Paldea Evolved, Scarlet & Violet
2022 14 cards
Silver Tempest, Silver Tempest Trainer Gallery, Lost Origin, Lost Origin Trainer Gallery
2021 20 cards
Fusion Strike, Chilling Reign, Battle Styles, Shining Fates Shiny Vault
2020 12 cards
Vivid Voltage, Champion's Path, Darkness Ablaze, Rebel Clash
2019 13 cards
SWSH Black Star Promos, Cosmic Eclipse, Hidden Fates, Hidden Fates Shiny Vault
2018 9 cards
Lost Thunder, Dragon Majesty, Celestial Storm, Forbidden Light
2017 8 cards
Burning Shadows, Guardians Rising, SM Black Star Promos, Sun & Moon
2016 2 cards
Steam Siege, Generations
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Hideki Ishikawa Pokémon card FAQ
How many English Pokémon cards has Hideki Ishikawa illustrated?
Hideki Ishikawa has illustrated 115 English Pokémon cards across 53 sets.
What was Hideki Ishikawa's first Pokémon card?
The oldest English card by Hideki Ishikawa in Pooka is Magmar from Generations.
Which Pokémon has Hideki Ishikawa drawn the most?
Solgaleo (3 cards), Lunala (3 cards) and Raikou (2 cards).
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