Kodama Koi Farm - Limited Time - Ginrin Ki Utsuri

What Makes Ki Utsuri So Special?

Ginrin Ki Utsuri (pronounced geen-reen kee oot-soo-ree) is a dazzling and rare gem in the koi world, known for its electric contrast of radiant yellow (ki) and deep black (sumi), all enhanced by the shimmer of ginrin, diamond-like reflective scales. Among the Utsurimono trio, which is comprised of the Shiro, Hi, and Ki—Ki Utsuri is by far the most elusive, making it a prized find for serious collectors.

Where Hi Utsuri smolders like embers, Ki Utsuri shines like sunlight breaking through storm clouds. The interplay between its glowing yellow and powerful sumi markings gives this variety an unmistakably bold, uplifting presence.

What to look for in a top-quality Ginrin Ki Utsuri:

• A vivid, unblemished yellow base running from nose to tail

• Jet-black sumi that wraps boldly around the body in lightning-like patterns

• Strong, crisp contrast between the yellow and black

• Symmetry across the body and balanced markings on the head

• Sparkling ginrin (pronounced geen-reen) scales that amplify the koi’s brightness and visual texture

As it matures, the sumi often deepens and sharpens, adding even more drama to its golden backdrop. When viewed in motion, a well-bred Ginrin Ki Utsuri looks like sunlight flickering beneath dark water—alive, luminous, unforgettable.

Rare, radiant, and full of personality, the Ginrin Ki Utsuri is more than a koi, it's a moving piece of art that reflects power, joy, and elegance with every swim.