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Quote: Originally Posted by koiczar Luke Marie Joe used the word "maruten" which describes a separate red marking on the head of a koi, just like "tancho" except there are additional markings on the body as well, e.g. - maruten kohaku, maruten three-step sanke just to name a couple. Mike

Now see? That's how a neophyte gets the wrong information righted. I can't tell you how many times I've seen "tancho sanke," "tancho kohaku," "tancho showa" on the net on koi sites and eBay. Thank you both for correcting this misinformation.

I am so loving learning with you guys! *hug*

Marie