Koi carp are one of the most iconic ornamental fish in the world. Originally hailing from Japan, these beautiful fish have amazingly patterned bodies. There are many varieties–– and some of them are ...

For example, there are koi with light blue spots, ones with large red patches on their backs, or all-metallic gold. But the most winning fish often just boil down to these three varieties.

Since first appearing from a natural mutation over 200 years ago, selective breeding has produced over 150 varieties. Koi from Niigata Prefecture, the birthplace of Nishikigoi, are especially ...

The All Japan Nishikigoi Show is one of the world's most prestigious koi competitions, where breeders and collectors from ...