Sales are open for new arrivals

Yes, make your way to our retail outlet to view and also bring home the koi you fancy. We are also available on Mondays if appointment is made.

Remember, our new discount policy also applies to these new arrivals. So far, our customers have been pleased with the discounts offered as they deemed it to be a fair and no-hassle approach given all customers are treated with the same importance. The amount of discount really depends on the quantity of koi purchased and whether the customer is our regular and loyal customer.

We look forward to welcome you!

New arrivals - Viewing and bookings

Picture shows 5 of Mr & Mrs Hoe's booked koi, 4 Kikusui and 1 Hikari kawarimono, not shown are the Koromo, Ginrin Yamabuki and Platinum.

Several interested customers came by to view and book the new arrivals. Our regular customer Mr Ng has booked a Shiro Utsuri. Mr & Mrs Hoe, our koi pond customer (pond ready for koi in about 2 weeks' time) came by today and booked 9 pcs and were given 20% discount! They have also decided to upgrade and pay the difference for the other 9 pcs that came with the pond as a package.

A Mr Khoo called and requested picture of several varieties he has interest in to be emailed to him. Mr Khoo, you will get the picture you requested once this entry is posted. Happy viewing and selection! We are glad to be able to "go the extra mile".

New arrivals from Japan

New stock is scheduled to arrive and ready for viewing on 26 April. Make your way to our retail outlet and be the first to book the koi you fancy.

We have put in place a discount structure to reward our loyal customers and also with the sole intention to make buying from our outlet, a hassle-free experience. Come and find out more.

Black (Ma) Koi

Many customers want black koi. During my recent Japan trip, breeders there are not willing to sell black koi for two reasons. (1) Black koi are not true Nishigikoi as they are more for consumption (2) They are generally not well taken care of, as such they are highly likely a carrier of viruses. With the current fear of KHV (deadly virus that can wipe out all your koi collection within days) it is of upmost important not to have such black koi imported. Not wise to take such high risk!

Customers are advised to consider Bekko or Shiro utsuri instead. These koi have both black and white colors and are good substitute.

Japan - A reflection.......

After almost 30 years I got to see Sakura again - in full bloom. I first landed in Japan some 34 years ago and learned the Japanese language and culture while undergoing industrial training with Matsushita Electric.

One thing has not changed a bit after so many years, and that is the hospitality of the Japanese people and their very humble personality. They are always mindful of what they could do better and seldom give excuses and always willing to take responsibility. Remarkable.

I have uploaded this Japanese song, Nada Sou Sou which caught my ears as I enjoyed (with tears) this movie on a recent SQ flight. Enjoy this nice song as you go through my blog!

Koi Auction and buying trip in Japan

Participated in the just concluded Koi Auction at Narita Koi Farm where 53 breeders (including big names like Sakai and Dainichi) came together to sell their koi at the auction.

This year also saw the most overseas participants with the Thais being the most aggressive, pushing the prices sky-high, the others are from Hong Kong and Taiwan. Great weather, good crowd and a very successful event for the host.

Confirmed the purchase of several popular varieties which customers have been looking forward to. They are Koromo, Shiro utsuri, Platinum Ogon, Gin Yamabuki Ogon, Kikusui and several hundred of Gosanke mix baby koi. These koi are expected to arrive end of this month. We will inform you all the exact schedule when they are firmed up.

Going 'live'

We finally have this blog 'live' at 23.00 hours as planned. Decided on www.kohaku-koi-house.blogspot.com as the blog address after seeking opinions from others. It is my hope that this blog will bring about better information for all koi keepers.

Special mention to Ms Angeline of Temasek Polytechnic for providing the technical supports which included all designs you get to see on this blog. Angeline, thank you so much for the time and effort.