Michio Maeda of Momotaro Koi Farm has the vision and enthusiasm to create very high class GoSanke. He is responsible for many All Japan Grand Champions including the first 1 meter GoSanke. Their technique in raising koi to it's true potential is second to none. In only a matter of about 10 years, they have become one of the leading breeders in Japan today.
Daisuke Maeda, is also responsible for making Momotaro Koi Farm to be one of the best Nishikigoi breeders in Japan. Their passion for producing the best koi is a relentless effort that can't be ignored, and is always a threat at koi shows for the ultimate prize.
Kase has been breeding very high class metallics that are sought after by both the Japanese and the Foreigners alike. To see the luster of his koi is really something else.
Hisashi Hirasawa worked under the infamous Mano of Dainichi Koi Farm for 18 years. He has since started his own farm and has been producing very high class gosanke, and other varieties for quite some time now. His bloodline still consists of Dainichi Broodstock.
Shinoda, also known as Ushizo is very well known for producing high class doitsu gosanke, hi utsuri and ginrin showa. He has won the coveted prize at the Nogyosai in 2000 with a ginrin showa.
The Yagenji brothers are very well known for their Shiro Utsuri and Showa. They have been breeding new lines of kawarigoi that is sure to please a lot of hobbyists. Ones that I especially liked was the Cha Utsuri (Chagoi Utsuri).
Medo Air Pumps
Blowers Aeration in the pond is highly recommended especially in case that you keep fish inside.
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For many of us, our ponds are beginning to warm (or will soon be). Water temperature, not the ambient air temperature, is the gauge for what to do and when to do it in regards to your pond. Water temperature should be checked at approximately 1 foot of depth. Avoid feeding your fish until the water temperature is consistently above 50 degrees Fahrenheit. This will also be the time to start adding spring maintenance bacteria and enzyme treatments.
