• A 19-inch female Maruten Kohaku koi fish with predominantly white and red coloring swimming in blue water.
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Toyoma Koi International

25003 Maruten Kohaku 2 Year Female 19" SOLD

25003 Maruten Kohaku 2 Year Female 19" SOLD

A Maruten Kohaku is a classic Japanese koi distinguished by a separate red head marking paired with additional beni on the body. The maruten spot creates a clear focal point at the front of the fish, while the rest of the pattern keeps the timeless red-and-white elegance that defines Kohaku. As one of the most recognized forms of Nishikigoi, Maruten Kohaku is admired for combining traditional simplicity with a more distinctive pattern style, giving the variety both clarity and strong visual identity.

What makes Maruten Kohaku especially appealing is the balance between precision and softness. The head marking should feel clean and intentional, while the body pattern should flow naturally and remain harmonious with the bright white shiroji. A strong example shows quality beni, crisp pattern edges, and a graceful body line that allows the contrast of red and white to stand out beautifully in the water. For collectors looking for Japanese koi with classic Kohaku beauty and a more memorable pattern focus, Maruten Kohaku offers a refined and enduring expression of Nishikigoi.

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