17cm Japanese Imported Beni Kikokuryu - Aokiya - QT9 - 103

17cm Japanese Imported Beni Kikokuryu – Aokiya Koi Farm

Add ever-changing metallic beauty and authentic Japanese quality to your pond with this exceptional 17cm Japanese Imported Beni Kikokuryu from the renowned Aokiya Koi Farm. This captivating metallic koi features a brilliant platinum-white base accented by evolving black (sumi) and vibrant red (beni) patterning. Celebrated for its dynamic appearance, the Beni Kikokuryu is one of the most fascinating Japanese koi varieties, with colours that naturally transform over time, making every fish truly unique.

At 17cm, this juvenile Beni Kikokuryu displays excellent body conformation, premium skin quality, and outstanding metallic luster. Its clean platinum-white base provides exceptional contrast for the developing sumi and beni, creating a striking appearance even at this early stage. Imported directly from Japan and carefully selected from the QT9 batch, this koi has been chosen for its healthy condition, strong body structure, premium bloodlines, and excellent long-term development potential. Bred by Aokiya Koi Farm, a respected Japanese breeder known for producing high-quality Nishikigoi, this koi is an outstanding choice for collectors seeking a variety that continues to evolve with age.

Beni Kikokuryu are highly prized for their unpredictable and constantly changing colour patterns. As the koi matures, both the sumi and beni may deepen, soften, expand, or shift in placement, influenced by age, water quality, and seasonal conditions. This remarkable transformation ensures that each Beni Kikokuryu develops its own distinctive character, rewarding owners with an ever-changing display of colour and contrast.

With proper water quality, nutrition, and care, this premium Japanese Beni Kikokuryu will continue to develop a stronger body, enhanced metallic brilliance, and increasingly dramatic pattern definition. Its evolving appearance and exceptional quality make it a magnificent feature koi with outstanding collector appeal, excellent future development potential, and lasting beauty for years to come.

Features:

• Authentic Japanese Imported Beni Kikokuryu
• Bred by the renowned Aokiya Koi Farm (Japan)
• Imported directly from Japan – QT9 Batch
• Size: 17cm
• Brilliant platinum-white metallic body with evolving black (sumi) and red (beni)
• Exceptional metallic luster and premium skin quality
• Dynamic colour-changing pattern unique to the variety
• Excellent body conformation with strong future development
• Premium Japanese bloodlines with outstanding collector appeal
• Healthy, active, and ready for your pond
• Ideal for koi collectors, enthusiasts, and ornamental water gardens

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