• A photograph of a 19-inch female Asagi koi fish, predominantly white with orange and black markings, against a blue background.
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Toyoma Koi International

34030 Asagi 2 Year Female 19" SOLD

34030 Asagi 2 Year Female 19" SOLD

An Asagi is one of the oldest and most traditional varieties of Japanese koi, admired for its calm, understated beauty and distinctive net-like pattern. This Nishikigoi is defined by a blue to blue-gray body with dark reticulation across the scales, paired with red or orange hi that typically appears on the cheeks, belly, pectoral fins, and along the sides. A strong Asagi should have an even, orderly scale pattern and clean, balanced hi that adds warmth without disrupting the variety’s quiet elegance.

What makes Asagi so appealing is its sense of refinement and stability. The beauty of the fish comes less from bold contrast and more from balance, symmetry, and the soft interplay of cool and warm tones. A well-formed Asagi should also have a smooth body line and clear skin, allowing the reticulation and side color to show cleanly in the water. For collectors who appreciate Japanese koi with classic character and a more traditional Nishikigoi presence, Asagi remains one of the most respected and enduring varieties.

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