A few insights on Japan, and not just from a koi perspective either.
Wakagoi Show
Although this is quite a belated post. I couldn't help but feel that I needed to comment a bit on this year's Wakagoi show in Ojiya.
Overall, I'd have to say that quality is up over past years and that most of the breeders that were going to make it back after the earthquake have staged their comeback.
There was quite a sizable foreign contingent in attendance and it was good to see people such as Mike Hernandez and Mark Gardner.
Adam from Momotaro Koi was asked to judge at the show this year, and listening to his take on the process was quite illuminating to say the least.
Next year's show will be held in Kyushu. Better weather, great food, and lots of delicious local shochu to be had! Hope to see you there.
Overall, I'd have to say that quality is up over past years and that most of the breeders that were going to make it back after the earthquake have staged their comeback.
There was quite a sizable foreign contingent in attendance and it was good to see people such as Mike Hernandez and Mark Gardner.
Adam from Momotaro Koi was asked to judge at the show this year, and listening to his take on the process was quite illuminating to say the least.
Next year's show will be held in Kyushu. Better weather, great food, and lots of delicious local shochu to be had! Hope to see you there.
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