17cm Japanese Imported Doitsu Sanke - QT9-118

17cm Japanese Imported Doitsu Sanke – Marusei Koi Farm

Add refined elegance and authentic Japanese craftsmanship to your pond with this exceptional 17cm Japanese Imported Doitsu Sanke from the renowned Marusei Koi Farm. The Doitsu Sanke combines the timeless beauty of the classic Sanke with the sleek, scaleless appearance of a Doitsu koi. Featuring a brilliant white (shiroji) base accented by vibrant red (hi) and developing black (sumi) markings, this striking variety is admired for its exceptional skin clarity, crisp colour contrast, and graceful tri-colour pattern.

At 17cm, this juvenile Doitsu Sanke displays excellent body conformation, premium skin quality, and an exciting developing pattern. The bright white base provides a clean canvas for the vibrant red markings, while the emerging black sumi adds depth and balance that will continue to evolve with maturity. The Doitsu (scaleless or reduced-scale) body enhances the brilliance of each colour, giving the pattern a sharp, high-definition appearance. Carefully bred by Marusei Koi Farm, a respected Japanese breeder renowned for producing high-quality Nishikigoi, this koi has been selected for its health, exceptional bloodlines, and outstanding long-term development potential.

Doitsu Sanke are highly prized for their clean skin quality, bold pattern contrast, and modern appearance. The reduced-scale body allows the red, black, and white colours to appear more vivid and defined than on fully scaled varieties, creating exceptional visual impact in any pond. As the sumi continues to develop and refine, the overall balance and sophistication of the pattern will become even more impressive, making this variety a rewarding choice for both collectors and hobbyists.

As this koi continues to mature, the sumi is expected to strengthen and become more refined while the vibrant hi deepens in richness and the brilliant shiroji becomes even cleaner and brighter. With proper water quality, nutrition, and care, this premium Japanese Doitsu Sanke will continue to develop into a magnificent feature koi, offering exceptional collector appeal, outstanding future development potential, and lasting beauty for years to come.

Features:

• Authentic Japanese Imported Doitsu Sanke
• Bred by the renowned Marusei Koi Farm (Japan)
• Size: 17cm
• Bright white (shiroji) with vibrant red (hi) and developing black (sumi)
• Elegant Doitsu (scaleless/reduced-scale) body type
• Excellent body conformation and premium skin quality
• Strong future pattern refinement and growth potential
• Premium Japanese bloodlines with exceptional collector appeal
• Healthy, active, and ready for your pond
• Ideal for koi collectors, enthusiasts, and ornamental water gardens

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