Mamoru Kodama—A Man with Passion and Challenge for Nishikigoi
Mamoru Kodama is probably one of the most well-known Japanese dealers of Nishikigoi. This may be because of his many articles and books such as Kokugyo I, Kokugyo II, Kokugyo III, and Koishi: Creators of Living Jewels. But little has been discussed and written about...
Understanding Koi Clay, Minerals, & Vitamins from Japan
In this blog, I’ll explain why the top Japanese dealers and hobbyists use Shinsuke Mineral Plus as a mineral supplement to increase the health and shine of their koi fish. Koi in a Japanese mud pound get a lot of natural minerals, which very often are missing in a...
How To Feed Your Koi Like Japanese Champions!
Correct feeding and food are the key ingredient to improve your Koi’s health, happiness, and longevity. Learn how we at Kodama Koi Farm have learned and incorporated many Japanese koi breeding best practices into our farm in order to feed a proper diet for the most beautiful living jewels.
Koi-Gratulations to our Recent Koi Winners in 2017!
Our customers started the 2017 season very well. They have won top awards at several Koi shows already. Kodama Koi fish have now been awarded 22 Grand Champion awards and over 75 different Koi owners who have won an award with a Kodama Koi. We are so proud and think that is just fantastic!
Choose Hi Silk For Big And Healthy Japanese Koi
It has been 25+ years since Hi Silk 21 Koi food was developed in Japan. Ever since, people across the world are going crazy over this food because no other food can make their Koi grow as big and fast. Learn more on how this koi food enhances koi skin, makes them grow faster, and ultimately this will help them…
Understanding Koi Pond Filter System
A filter is a critical part of a Koi pond. Why is it so important? Because for a koi, a pond without a filter is like living in a room with no toilet. Table of Contents: Why do you need a filter for your Koi pond? Mechanical filtration vs. biological filtration Types...
Preparing Your Koi Pond For Spring
Learn our recommended tips and tools for Koi pond owners to follow for spring pond opening. Spring Koi Pond Maintenance is the most dangerous time for your Koi. If you do it wrong, your Koi can get sick. If you do it right, they will thank you; and you will enjoy the...
Koi Food Guide: Maximize Color & Growth of Koi Fish
Best koi food for growth and color Learn why a koi pond owner should feed the best koi food for their living jewels to help with fish health, color, pond water quality, and even specific needs like immune system boosts, whether using koi pellet food vs flakes....