{"product_id":"13-gin-matsuba-standard-fin-koi-live-pond-fish","title":"10\" Gin Matsuba Standard Fin Koi — Live Pond Fish [Premium Grade]","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSilver Elegance with a Pine-Cone Pattern — The Gin Matsuba\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Gin Matsuba is one of the most visually striking metallic koi varieties available — a Hikari Muji (single-color metallic) koi featuring a brilliant silver (Gin) base adorned with the iconic pine-cone (Matsuba) scale reticulation. Each scale is edged in deep black, creating a mesmerizing net-like pattern that shimmers and shifts as the fish moves through the water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 10 inches, this is a well-developed specimen with a strong, healthy body and a pattern that will only deepen and refine with age. A true showpiece for any pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gin Matsuba (Hikari Muji class)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brilliant metallic silver (Gin) base with black pine-cone scale reticulation (Matsuba)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark scale centers creating a net-like pattern across the entire body\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 10\" — a strong, mature specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy, farm-raised koi from Crystal Creek Koi Farm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetallic sheen intensifies under sunlight — stunning in outdoor ponds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatsuba reticulation may sharpen and deepen with age and proper nutrition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy and adaptable — peaceful temperament ideal for community ponds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePond Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum 500–750-gallon pond recommended\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable water temperature, robust filtration, and aeration required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with all koi and goldfish varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e📦 \u003cstrong\u003ePer-Box Shipping Limit:\u003c\/strong\u003e We can ship up to \u003cstrong\u003e4 fish of this size\u003c\/strong\u003e per box. Need more than 4? \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eContact us\u003c\/a\u003e in advance for a custom shipping quote.\u003c\/p\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 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\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e🐟 \u003cstrong\u003eDon't see the variety, color, or size you're looking for?\u003c\/strong\u003e Contact us and we'll do our best to source it from our supplier! \u003ca href=\"mailto:crystalcreekkoifarm@gmail.com\"\u003eEmail us\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eFill out our contact form\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crystal Creek Koi Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52014323171630,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/8985\/3486\/files\/IMG_3077.jpg?v=1780068992","url":"https:\/\/crystalcreekkoifarm.com\/products\/13-gin-matsuba-standard-fin-koi-live-pond-fish","provider":"Crystal Creek Koi Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}