Process

Finding your perfect koi can be as straightforward as selecting from photos or as adventurous as exploring Japan’s finest breeders. Yet true value lies not in a koi’s current appearance, but in its potential.

This is where expert vision becomes crucial. Unlike the common ‘negative eye’ approach—focusing on flaws rather than possibilities—we select koi based on their capacity to improve over time. Our Yamakoshi facility’s collection stands as testament to this philosophy, showcasing specimens that have evolved into remarkable examples of their variety.

Each koi in our gallery represents this proven selection process, carefully chosen for its future potential rather than just its present beauty.