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Miyatora Koi Farm – Mixed Tosai Select
A 100+ Year Legacy of Excellence from Niigata, Japan
Breeder: Katsunori Miya & Takumi Miya | Location: Kawaguchi, Nagaoka, Niigata | Est: Over 100 years ago
The Miyatora name is one of the most storied in Japanese koi breeding. Founded over a century ago by Shichizo Miya, this farm helped shape the modern Nishikigoi world. Their most legendary contribution is the Sensuke Kohaku bloodline — the foundation of today's large, full-bodied Kohaku, prized for snow-white skin, thick bodies, and brilliant Hi patterns.
Now in the hands of third-generation breeder Katsunori and his son Takumi, the farm spans 40,000 m² with 40 mud ponds and over 100 parent koi.
Varieties may include: Gosanke, Shusui, Kujaku, Doitsu Showa/Shiro, and Chagoi.
- 100+ Year Legacy: One of the oldest continuously operating koi farms in all of Niigata Prefecture.
- Sensuke Bloodline: The gold standard for Kohaku genetics recognized worldwide by collectors.
- Award-Winning Quality: Multiple prizes at the All Japan Koi Show including the 75BU Sakura Prize.
- Extraordinary Variety: Miyatora breeds more varieties at an elite level than nearly any farm in Japan.
Why Choose Miyatora?
When you buy Miyatora, you're buying a piece of koi history — fish from bloodlines refined for over a century in the mountains where Nishikigoi were born.
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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