Buy Japanese Koi (Champion Bloodline) – Handpicked Nishikigoi from Japan’s Top Farms

Product Overview

Japanese Koi, or Nishikigoi, are the living jewels of freshwater ponds and water gardens. These fish represent centuries of refined breeding from the mountainous regions of Japan, particularly Niigata. Our Champion Bloodline Koi are chosen from show-quality lines with proven genetic excellence, ideal for collectors, hobbyists, and luxury landscapers.

• Scientific Name: Cyprinus carpio (Nishikigoi)

• Origin: Niigata Prefecture, Japan

• Varieties Offered: Kohaku, Showa, Sanke, Shusui, Tancho, Utsurimono, and more

• Lifespan: 25–35 years with proper care

• Size Potential: Up to 36″ (90+ cm) in optimal conditions

Why Choose Champion Bloodline Koi from Luxury Fish Shop?

• Hand-selected from award-winning Japanese breeders

• Certified genetics with lineage from All-Japan Koi Show champions

• Professionally quarantined and acclimated before export

• Ideal for show competitions, exhibition ponds, and aesthetic water features

• Shipped with full health records and breeder origin details upon request

Available Grades & Sizes

• Tosai (Young Koi): 6–8 inches (15–20 cm) – 1 year old, rapid growers

• Nisai (2-Year-Old Koi): 12–16 inches (30–40 cm) – Mature pattern emerging

• Sansai and Older (3+ Years): 18–24+ inches (45–60+ cm) – Collector-grade with peak coloration

Ethical Sourcing & Health Assurance

• Direct imports from certified Japanese koi farms only

• Full quarantine process at our Rotterdam, LA, and Singapore hubs

• 14–21 days of health monitoring, stress reduction, and parasite treatment

• Water conditioned with ammonia neutralizers and oxygen regulation

• CITES and export-compliant documentation included where applicable

Pond Requirements & Care

• Minimum Pond Size:

  • Tosai: 300 gallons

  • Nisai: 800 gallons

  • Sansai+: 1,500+ gallons

• Ideal Water Parameters:

  • Temp: 60–77°F (15–25°C)

  • pH: 7.0–8.5

  • Ammonia/Nitrite: 0 ppm

  • Good aeration and strong bio-filtration required

• Feeding:

  • Premium koi pellets (color-enhancing formulas)

  • Seasonal treats: silkworm pupae, watermelon, shrimp

  • Feed 1–3 times daily based on water temperature

Shipping & Packaging Protocol

• Ships From:

  • North America: Los Angeles

  • Europe: Rotterdam

  • Asia-Pacific: Singapore

• Methods:

  • International Air Cargo (for Tosai & larger koi)

  • Express Courier (FedEx, UPS – smaller koi)

  • In-house courier for select metro areas

• Packaging Features:

  • Double-layered koi bags with pure oxygen infusion

  • Sedative-free transport, with stress-reducing additives

  • Thermal packs, thick insulation, & water stabilizers

  • Labeled: Live Nishikigoi – Handle With Care

✅ Live Arrival Guarantee

• Valid on first delivery attempt only

• Unboxing video required within 1 hour of receipt

• Store credit or replacement (subject to availability)

• Due to health regulations, no returns accepted

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