Import Batch
Kage Showa
The Kage Showa is a stunning twist on the classic Showa Sanshoku. Like all Showa, it features bold black sumi, rich red hi, and clean white shiroji across a balanced, three-color body. What makes the Kage Showa distinct is the netted, shadowed appearance on the white areas. This Asagi-like patterning, known as the kage effect, creates a smoky or reticulated texture over the shiroji, softening the transition between colors and adding quiet depth to the koi’s appearance. At Kyodai we carefully select Kage Showa Koi from top breeders like Dainichi and Shinoda, known for producing some of the finest bloodlines in Japan. Each fish is chosen for strong sumi placement, rich hi markings, and the signature reticulated netting across the white that defines the variety. The kage pattern is what gives this type of Showa its soft elegance and visual depth. This layered look creates a balance of bold contrast and subtle transitions, making every Kage Showa a standout. Shop our curated collection and bring home a Kage Showa that blends bold color with refined detail.
1 fish available
- ✓Hand-selected at the source in Niigata, Japan
- ✓Quarantined and acclimated in our Louisville facility
- ✓Live-arrival guarantee on every shipment
