This 8.5" Showa koi showcases the bold contrast and dramatic patterning that make Showa one of the most admired traditional koi varieties. Featuring deep black sumi layered with bright orange hi and clean white shiroji, this fish creates powerful visual impact from head to tail.
The heavy sumi pattern gives the koi a strong, commanding appearance, while the bright orange markings add warmth and energy throughout the body. Clean white highlights help separate the colors and create excellent balance within the pattern flow.
The combination of dark body coverage and fiery orange accents gives this Showa exceptional pond presence, especially against lighter pond backgrounds. Its strong body structure and developing sumi offer exciting future potential as the fish matures.
Expect:
- Bold black sumi with vibrant orange and white contrast
- Classic traditional Showa-style patterning
- Strong pond visibility and dramatic appearance
- Excellent body structure with future development potential
A standout choice for hobbyists looking to add powerful traditional Japanese-inspired beauty and high visual contrast to their koi collection.
Kloubec Koi Farm is a family-owned American koi breeder established in 1981. Located on 80 acres with more than 60 outdoor ponds and a 300,000-gallon indoor facility, all koi are raised onsite rather than imported. Every fish undergoes a comprehensive health screening and quarantine process before being offered for sale, and the farm has maintained a flawless history with zero cases of Koi Herpes Virus (KHV).
