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Marudo Koi Farm – Kohaku & Sanke Pattern
Dainichi-Trained Excellence — 18 Years Under the Master
Breeder: Hisashi Hirasawa | Location: Nagaoka, Niigata | Raising Area: 100,000+ m²
Hisashi Hirasawa spent 18 years training under the legendary Minoru Mano at Dainichi Koi Farm — the most influential koi breeding operation in history. When he took over his father's farm in 1987, he brought the Dainichi philosophy: body conformation above all, then Hi quality — thick, deep, and pure.
Varieties: Kohaku and Sanke from the legendary Dainichi bloodline.
- Dainichi Pedigree: 18 years of direct training under Minoru Mano — the father of modern koi breeding.
- All Japan Show Winners: Marudo Kohaku and Sanke are consistent champions at the highest competition levels.
- Body-First Breeding: The Dainichi philosophy produces koi with breathtaking posture and graceful movement.
- Massive Scale: 100,000+ m² of raising area — only the very best koi are selected for sale.
Why Choose Marudo?
A Marudo koi carries forward the most prestigious bloodline through a master who lived under the same roof as the Dainichi founder for nearly two decades.
Why buy from us
- Vibrant Colors and Unique Patterns: Each koi is handpicked for its stunning appearance, ensuring a diverse and visually appealing collection.
- Direct from Japan: Our koi are imported directly from esteemed Japanese breeders, guaranteeing authenticity and quality.
- Healthy and Resilient: Raised in optimal conditions, our koi are healthy and robust, making them a perfect addition to any pond.
- Stress-Free Shipping: We ensure that your koi arrive in excellent condition with our meticulous care and shipping processes.
- Various Sizes and Pack Options: Choose the perfect size and pack to suit your pond and budget.
Buying Koi Fish From Play It Koi - What to Expect?
1. What is your Alive Guarantee?
We guarantee that all koi will arrive alive and healthy. If there are any issues, please contact us immediately upon arrival with photos and a description of the problem.
2. When Will My Koi Arrive?
Koi shipment schedules are as follows:
- Orders placed on Monday will arrive on Thursday.
- Orders placed on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday will arrive the following Tuesday.
- Orders placed on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday will arrive the following Wednesday.
Our koi are carefully packaged in oxygenated bags and shipped in insulated boxes to ensure they remain healthy during transit. We use express Overnight shipping to minimize the time your fish spend in transit. Because of this, all live Koi fish orders will incur shipping costs of $75.00.
4. How Do I Acclimate My New Fish to My Pond?
To acclimate your new koi to your pond:
- Float the unopened bag in your pond for 20-30 minutes to equalize the temperature.
- Open the bag and add a small amount of pond water to the bag. Repeat this process every 10 minutes for about an hour.
- Gently release the fish into your pond.
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