Illustrator

Yoriyuki Ikegami Pokémon cards

All 55 cards illustrated by Yoriyuki Ikegami, 25 English and 30 Japanese, across 37 sets from 2022 to 2026, newest first.

Cards
55
Sets
37
First card
2022Gardenia's Vigor, VSTAR Universe
Active
2022 to 2026

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About Yoriyuki Ikegami

Yoriyuki Ikegami blends serene character moments with lush, storybook greens that shine at higher rarities. Collectors chase how Gardenia's Vigor and Venusaur ex connect across Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery, 151, VSTAR Universe, and Pokémon Card 151 for cohesive displays.

Signature card deep-dive

Gardenia's Vigor (Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery) – Rare Ultra is the headline pull, pairing calm motion with fresh greenery for a comforting yet dynamic scene. As a Rare Ultra in the gallery line, it anchors a green-centric page and sets the chase tone around Ikegami’s style.

Stacking it with Gardenia's Vigor (VSTAR Universe) – Special Art Rare lets collectors mirror English and Japanese while celebrating distinct rarity stamps. The accompanying card grids center both Gardenia's Vigor prints up top and invite Venusaur ex below for a handmade, balanced flow.

Spotlight picks and comparisons

Venusaur ex (151) – Special Illustration Rare leans saturated and playful with deep greens and rosy highlights, while Venusaur ex (Pokémon Card 151) – Special Art Rare reads moodier with thicker shadows and the SAR stamp. The SIR tag in English versus SAR in Japanese creates a bilingual echo that really pops when slotted side by side.

Gardenia's Vigor (VSTAR Universe) – Special Art Rare skews warmer than Gardenia's Vigor (Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery) – Rare Ultra, and the Japanese name font and SAR icon subtly shift the vibe. Side-by-side placements in the grids spotlight these palette and stamp differences so your binder tells the full cross-language story.

Artist era and why collectors care

Ikegami’s spotlight here traces to VSTAR Universe released in December 2022, then flows into 151 and Pokémon Card 151 where Venusaur ex finds its broadest audience. For market watchers, the chase mix of a Rare Ultra, a Special Illustration Rare, and Special Art Rares spreads interest across languages and print channels.

Collectors often stage Gardenia's Vigor center-high with Venusaur ex flanking to keep eye lines smooth and greens consistent. Our grids echo that layout so a display feels curated and handmade, with English on the left and Japanese on the right for quick visual reads.

Why Gardenia's Vigor is trending

Gardenia's Vigor is the top trending card for English collectors this week. It headlines the Crown Zenith Galarian Gallery release from January 20, 2023. Collectors are chasing card #61. Interest around this rare ultra print continues to climb.

Market signals to watch

Also on the move: Venusaur ex, Gardenia's Vigor, Venusaur ex. Watch how these cards influence deck-building and price swings alongside Gardenia's Vigor.

Track live pricing and trade volume in the Pooka app to stay ahead of the next spike.

English cards 25 cards

Japanese cards 30 cards

Yoriyuki Ikegami Pokémon card FAQ

How many Pokémon cards has Yoriyuki Ikegami illustrated?

Yoriyuki Ikegami has illustrated 55 Pokémon cards: 25 English cards across 17 sets and 30 Japanese cards across 20 sets.

What was Yoriyuki Ikegami's first Pokémon card?

The oldest Japanese card by Yoriyuki Ikegami in Pooka is Gardenia's Vigor from VSTAR Universe.

Which Pokémon has Yoriyuki Ikegami drawn the most?

Applin (5 cards), Budew (4 cards) and Meowstic (3 cards).

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