HQ SHOWA GROUP B
$2,000.00
A Showa Koi is a stunning koi carp, one of the prized “Big Three” (Gosanke). Imagine a bold, black canvas splashed with vibrant red and white markings, creating a majestic fish resembling a Japanese brush painting.
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| Group B | HQ Showa G-B1, HQ Showa G-B2, HQ Showa G-B3, HQ Showa G-B4 |
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The Showa Koi, also known as Showa Sanshoku, is a majestic member of the “Big Three” koi varieties (Gosanke) alongside Kohaku and Sanke. Here’s a breakdown of its key features:
- Coloration: Bold and striking, with a base of black (sumi) contrasted by vibrant red (hi) and white (shiroji) markings. Imagine a Japanese brush painting come to life.
- Black as the Base: Unlike the Sanke koi with a white base, the Showa’s black is the dominant color, often covering most of the body.
- Red and White Accents: The red patches should be strong and well-distributed, ideally on the face, back, and tail. White markings break up the black canvas, adding visual interest.
- Balance and Sharpness: The ideal Showa koi displays a harmonious balance between the three colors, with each color having clean, well-defined borders.