Pokémon TCG Illustrator · 2020-2025

Taira Akitsu Pokémon Cards

Taira Akitsu has illustrated 58 Pokémon TCG cards across 34 sets from 2020 to 2025, most often appearing on Common cards including 4 cards in Evolving Skies. Alt-art output: 6 Illustration/Special/Rainbow/Secret Rare cards.

Top-priced Taira Akitsu card: Sylveon VMAX
Top card Sylveon VMAX $361.36
Cards illustrated 58 ~10/year over 6 years
Sets worked 34 Top: Evolving Skies (4)
ACIV · Artist Index 104.3 +4.3% since Apr 25, 2026
Tracked portfolio $566.06 58/58 cards priced
Alt-art output 6 10% of their cards
Signature rarity Common 15 cards

Taira Akitsu's career bookends

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Taira Akitsu FAQ

Answers pulled from this artist's live Catchinary portfolio.

How many Pokémon cards has Taira Akitsu illustrated?

58 Pokémon TCG cards across 34 sets between 2020 and 2025, according to the pokemontcg.io illustrator credits.

What is the most valuable Taira Akitsu card?

Sylveon VMAX from Evolving Skies (#212, Rare Rainbow) currently lists at $361.36 market on TCGplayer. It's a Common print.

Which Pokémon TCG set features the most Taira Akitsu cards?

Evolving Skies is their highest-output set with 4 illustrated cards.

Does Taira Akitsu do alternate-art or full-art cards?

Yes. 6 of 58 cards (10%) are Illustration Rare, Special Illustration Rare, Rainbow, Secret, or Full Art prints.