The koi in the photos are the exact koi fish you will receive when you order!
What Makes Kohaku So Popular?
1. Simplicity + Elegance = Timeless Appeal
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Kohaku have just two colors: bold red (hi) patterns over a pure white (shiroji) base.
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The simplicity of the palette makes the pattern itself the star — and koi collectors are obsessed with pattern balance and symmetry.
“The koi hobby begins and ends with Kohaku.” — a classic saying in Japan
2. Historical Significance
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Kohaku was one of the first ornamental koi varieties ever developed, tracing back to the early 1800s in Japan.
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The original red-and-white mutation became the foundation for nearly all other koi varieties.
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It’s part of the Gosanke group (Kohaku, Sanke, and Showa), the "royal family" of koi, and is considered a benchmark for judging other types.
3. Prestige in Shows
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Kohaku consistently wins top awards in major koi shows (especially in Japan).
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Grand Champions at shows like the All Japan Koi Show are often Kohaku — they have the visual impact and refinement judges are looking for.
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Because they have no black to “hide” flaws, they show every strength or weakness clearly — only the best koi can succeed as Kohaku.
