and how gracefully the fish moves in the water. But the most important trait of all is the koi's coloring. The best koi have a good balance of colors and patterns according to their variety.

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 ...

The All Japan Nishikigoi Show is one of the world's most prestigious koi competitions, where breeders and collectors from across the globe compete in beauty and quality. This year, a Niigata-bred koi ...

Nishikigoi are vibrant ornamental fish born from Japanese tradition and are often called “swimming jewels” for their beauty. Since first appearing from a natural mutation over 200 years ago ...