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Kage Showa

SHOP OUR SELECTION OF KAGE SHOWA KOI FISH ONLINE – BOLD COLORS WITH NETTED SHADOW ELEGANCE

Shop Kage Showa koi fish online at Fitz’s Fish Ponds.

Breeders Specializing in Kage Show Koi Fish: 

Dainichi, Shinoda

The Kage Showa is a stunning twist on the classic Showa Sanshoku. Like all Showa, it features bold black sumi, rich red hi, and clean white shiroji across a balanced, three-color body. What makes the Kage Showa distinct is the netted, shadowed appearance on the white areas. This Asagi-like patterning, known as the kage effect, creates a smoky or reticulated texture over the shiroji, softening the transition between colors and adding quiet depth to the koi’s appearance.

At Fitz’s Fish Ponds, we carefully select Kage Showa Koi from top breeders like Dainichi and Shinoda, known for producing some of the finest bloodlines in Japan. Each fish is chosen for strong sumi placement, rich hi markings, and the signature reticulated netting across the white that defines the variety. The kage pattern is what gives this type of Showa its soft elegance and visual depth. This layered look creates a balance of bold contrast and subtle transitions, making every Kage Showa a standout. Shop our curated collection and bring home a Kage Showa that blends bold color with refined detail.

KAGE SHOWA KOI FISH FAQS: SHADOWED WHITES, PATTERN DETAIL, AND POND PRESENCE

What is a Kage Showa koi? Traditional Showa with a shadowed twist.

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A Kage Showa is a type of Showa koi with the usual black, red, and white patterning, but with a unique netted or smoky appearance over the white areas. This kage effect adds soft contrast and gives the koi an Asagi-style texture on its shiroji.

Kage Showa vs. Showa: what makes this koi unique?

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While traditional Showa have solid white skin between the black and red patterns, Kage Showa feature a faint reticulation or shading over those white parts. This added detail gives the fish more visual depth and a more mature, textured look.

Where does the Kage Showa originate? Lineage with texture.

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The Kage Showa was developed through careful breeding within Showa bloodlines. Breeders selected for koi that naturally showed netting or shadowing over the white, resulting in this subtle and elegant variation.

How large do Kage Showa koi grow? Big frames for bold and soft.

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Like most Showa, Kage Showa can reach 26 to 30 inches with proper care. Their larger body allows more room for the intricate pattern to develop across all three colors.

Is the Kage Showa beginner-friendly? Striking but easy to manage.

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Yes. They’re hardy and adaptable like other Showa. The netting on the white areas does not impact health or care, and their strong contrast makes them easy to observe in the pond.

Do Kage Showa koi get along with other koi? Confident swimmers with classic energy.

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They’re social and fit well into a mixed pond. Their bold red and black markings stand out, while the kage effect on the white adds softness that complements brighter koi varieties.

What should I feed my Kage Showa koi? Keep colors crisp and skin strong.

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Use a quality pellet that supports red and black pigment while maintaining white skin clarity. Avoid feeds high in artificial colorants that can muddy the shiroji or disrupt the kage pattern.

Can they thrive in a small pond? Short-term yes, but more space brings more beauty.

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Juveniles do well in smaller setups, but the complexity of the kage pattern and full Showa markings develop best in larger, filtered ponds with stable water quality.

Kage Showa vs. Showa: what makes this koi unique?

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The kage effect does not appear in every Showa spawn and takes time to develop clearly. Breeders may only produce a few standout Kage Showa in each batch, making them prized by collectors.

Why should I buy Kage Showa koi from Fitz’s Fish Ponds? Selected for boldness and elegance.

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We focus on koi with balanced color placement, strong body conformation, and clean kage netting over the shiroji. Each Kage Showa we offer is picked for its depth, motion, and lasting visual appeal.

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