Mitsuhiro Arita is a renowned Japanese illustrator, designer, and concept artist from Fukuoka, Japan. Since launching his freelance career in 1996, he has contributed to numerous high-profile projects across a wide range of media. His first major assignment was with the Pokémon Trading Card Game (TCG), where he was instrumental from its inception, designing the original energy symbols and illustrating over 500 cards.

Beyond Pokémon, his diverse portfolio includes contributions to Final Fantasy XI, the Berserk: The Golden Age Arc film trilogy, Magic: The Gathering, Marvel Comics, and iconic franchises like Godzilla. In recent years, his artwork has been featured across various global properties.

In 2022, he founded 312STUDIO, Inc. to focus on creating and sharing his original artwork. Arita is a frequent guest at conventions and lectures worldwide, with appearances throughout North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. His recent live painting performances include Kyoto Tsutaya Bookstore and the Nara Gastronomy Night Expo, where his art continues to resonate across cultures.