Koi Identification

The NWKGC, ZNA NW Chapter, has elected to follow the koi classifications set forth by ZNA.

Group 1

Koi included in Group 1 include the Gosanke varieties of  Kohaku, Taisho Sanshoku (Sanke), Showa Sanshoku (Showa), and Utsurimono varieties.  All Ginrin of the 4 varieties are also included in Group 1.

Kohaku

Classic red and white Nishikigoi. Red should start at the head and form interesting patterns along the tops and sides of the body. Fins should be white.

Sanke

Taisho Sanshoku, also know at Sanke, are koi that have black (Sumi) and Red (Beni or Hi) patterns on a white body.   The black is small spots and has a red pattern like a Kohaku.

Showa

Showa Sanshoku, or Showa for short, are koi that have black (Sumi), Red (Beni), and White (Shiroji).  The sumi will develop over the head and have large patterns.  The Beni (Red) will have a Kohaku pattern.

Utsurimono

Utsurimo  have only one of three colors on a black background (Sumi).  White (Shiro Utsuri), Red (Hi Utsuri), and Yellow (Ki Utsuri).  The colored patterns will be spread throughout the koi, including on the head.

Shiro Utsuri

Hi Utsuri

Ki Utsuri

Asagi

Shusui

Gin Rin Showa

Kujaku

Tancho Kohaku

Budo Goromo

Goshiki

Doitsu Showa