Tancho Kohaku
$1,500.00
The Tancho Kohaku is a koi carp admired for its striking appearance. It has a pure white body with a single red marking on its head, resembling the Japanese flag and a lucky crane. Due to the random nature of this red marking, the Tancho Kohaku is a rare and valuable koi variety.
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The Tancho Kohaku is a stunning koi variety prized for its elegant simplicity. Here’s a description that highlights its key features:
- Coloration: A base of flawless white with a single, round red marking (hi) on the head. This red patch resembles the rising sun on the Japanese flag, making the Tancho Kohaku particularly endearing in Japan.
- Name Origin: Named after the Tancho crane, a revered bird in Japanese culture known for its white body and red crown.
- Rarity: While Tancho koi can occur in various koi breeds, the Tancho Kohaku is the most sought-after. The red marking is a result of chance breeding, not a guaranteed trait passed down to offspring.
- Symbolism: In addition to its beauty, the Tancho Kohaku is associated with good luck and longevity due to its resemblance to the Tancho crane.