Pokémon - 30 Card - Pikachu Holo - Mega Evolution

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## Pokémon Card Game 30th Anniversary – Pikachu Complete 30-Card Art Collection

**30 Different Pikachu Illustrations | 30 Celebrated Artists | Complete Japanese Anniversary Set**

This auction presents the complete collection of all 30 Pikachu cards from the Japanese Pokémon Card Game expansion **30th CELEBRATION (M6a)**, released in 2026 to commemorate 30 years of the Pokémon Card Game.

What makes this collection especially remarkable is the participation of **30 different illustrators**, each contributing an original interpretation of Pikachu.

Together, these cards celebrate not only Pokémon's most recognizable character but also three decades of creativity, illustration, and artistic heritage.

### A Celebration of Pokémon's Artistic History

The collection brings together artists who helped shape Pokémon from its earliest years alongside contemporary illustrators celebrated for their distinctive artwork.

Among the participating artists are:

**Ken Sugimori – Pikachu 017/103**

One of the most influential artists in Pokémon history, known for creating official character illustrations dating back to the original Pokémon Red and Green games.

**Atsuko Nishida – Pikachu 041/103**

The original character designer of Pikachu and the illustrator behind the famous Pokémon Illustrator promotional card.

**Naoyo Kimura – Pikachu 039/103**

An established Pokémon illustrator whose work includes the internationally recognized Pikachu with Grey Felt Hat, created for the Van Gogh Museum collaboration.

**Shinji Kanda – Pikachu 034/103**

Renowned among collectors for his distinctive artwork on cards such as Giratina V alternate art and Magikarp illustration rare.

**Yuu Nishida – Pikachu 031/103**

An award-winning illustrator recognized for memorable Pokémon artwork, including Mew and Iono's Bellibolt ex.

**James Turner – Pikachu 023/103**

A former Pokémon game art director who contributed to Pokémon Sword and Shield and designed numerous Pokémon characters.

**Kiyotaka Oshiyama – Pikachu 042/103**

An acclaimed animator and director of the animated film Look Back, bringing his animation background to Pokémon illustration.

**OOYAMA – Pikachu 037/103**

An artist involved in the early development of the Pokémon Trading Card Game and known for the classic Ooyama's Pikachu.

These are just a selection of the 30 participating artists, each bringing a unique creative perspective to the anniversary collection.

### Complete Collection – All 30 Different Pikachu Cards

This lot includes the complete consecutive sequence:

**017/103 through 046/103**

Corresponding to the special anniversary artwork numbering:

**01/30 through 30/30**

Every design is different, making the complete collection particularly appealing for collectors who appreciate Pokémon illustration and the history of the franchise.

Rather than collecting individual designs separately, this lot offers the opportunity to acquire all 30 anniversary Pikachu illustrations together.

### Collection Details

- Franchise: Pokémon
- Product: Pokémon Card Game 30th CELEBRATION
- Expansion code: M6a
- Release year: 2026
- Language: Japanese
- Total cards: 30
- Different illustrations: 30
- Card numbers: 017/103–046/103
- Anniversary artwork numbers: 01/30–30/30
- Collection: Complete 30-card Pikachu set

### Condition

Please examine all photographs carefully to assess the condition of the cards.

Minor manufacturing imperfections, print lines, edge or corner imperfections, or small surface marks may be present even on recently opened trading cards.

The photographs form an important part of the item description.

### Packaging & Shipping

Each card will be individually protected in a sleeve.

The complete collection will be securely packed with additional protection against bending and moisture during international transportation.

Tracked international shipping from Japan.

### Why This Collection Is Special

This anniversary collection brings together several generations of Pokémon artists in one coordinated series.

From artists connected to the original Pokémon games to creators behind some of the most recognizable modern trading card illustrations, the complete set represents a distinctive chapter in Pokémon's artistic history.

**30 artists. 30 interpretations of Pikachu. One complete 30th-anniversary collection.**

A memorable addition to a Japanese Pokémon card collection, especially for collectors interested in illustration, character design, and Pokémon's history.