{"product_id":"11-aka-bekko-standard-fin-koi-live-pond-fish","title":"10\" Doitsu Hi Utsuri \/ Kin Ki Utsuri Standard Fin Koi — Live Pond Fish [Premium Grade]","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFire \u0026amp; Shadow, Scaleless Elegance — The Doitsu Hi Utsuri \/ Kin Ki Utsuri\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew koi command attention like the \u003cstrong\u003eDoitsu Hi Utsuri\u003c\/strong\u003e and its golden cousin, the \u003cstrong\u003eKin Ki Utsuri\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Hi Utsuri carries a blazing red-orange (Hi) body wrapped in bold, lacquer-black (Sumi) markings — a dramatic two-tone contrast that intensifies with age. The Kin Ki Utsuri replaces the red with a rich metallic gold, creating a luminous, jewel-like presence in any pond. Both are presented here in the \u003cstrong\u003eDoitsu\u003c\/strong\u003e scale pattern — smooth, mirror-scaled along the dorsal and lateral lines — giving these fish a sleek, modern silhouette unlike any fully-scaled koi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 10\" specimen is farm-raised at Crystal Creek Koi Farm and is at an ideal size for establishing pond presence while still offering years of growth ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utsurimono (Hi Utsuri) \/ Hikariutsuri (Kin Ki Utsuri)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bold Sumi (black) over Hi (red-orange) or Kin (metallic gold) base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Doitsu — mirror scales along dorsal and lateral lines, otherwise scaleless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFin Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Fin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSumi markings will continue to develop and sharpen over the next 1–2 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHi coloration deepens with quality nutrition and UV exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDoitsu skin has a smooth, reflective quality that catches light beautifully\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach fish is unique — pattern and color distribution will vary\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePond Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum 1,000 gallons recommended for long-term health\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable water parameters: pH 7.0–8.0, ammonia\/nitrite at 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdequate filtration and aeration required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with other koi and large pond fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eLive Fish Shipping Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e All live koi ship via \u003cstrong\u003eUPS Next Day Air® Early\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure safe arrival. Overnight shipping is required — no ground or standard shipping available. Orders ship \u003cstrong\u003eMonday–Wednesday only\u003c\/strong\u003e. See our \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-live-arrival-policy\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Live Arrival Policy\u003c\/a\u003e for full details and our Live Arrival Guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e🛒 \u003cstrong\u003eOrdering with Other Products?\u003c\/strong\u003e Live koi ship separately from food, apparel, and accessories. If your order includes both live koi and other items, shipping charges will reflect both shipments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e📷 Photo Disclaimer: Colors may appear slightly different depending on lighting conditions and screen calibration. Each fish is photographed individually — Photo Notice: The photos shown are of the \u003cstrong\u003eexact fish\u003c\/strong\u003e you will receive. What you see is what you get!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Creek Koi Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52014341423406,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/8985\/3486\/files\/IMG_2199.jpg?v=1777992762","url":"https:\/\/crystalcreekkoifarm.com\/products\/11-aka-bekko-standard-fin-koi-live-pond-fish","provider":"Crystal Creek Koi Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}