{"product_id":"taisho-sanke-standard-fin-koi-live-pond-fish","title":"11\" Taisho Sanke Standard Fin Koi — Live Pond Fish [Select Grade]","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Aristocrat of the Pond — The Taisho Sanke\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTaisho Sanke\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the three great Gosanke varieties — the triumvirate of koi royalty alongside the Kohaku and Showa. Where the Kohaku is pure elegance and the Showa is bold drama, the Taisho Sanke strikes a refined balance: a flawless snow-white (Shiro) base adorned with rich red-orange (Hi) markings and precise, well-placed black (Sumi) accents that add depth and sophistication without overwhelming the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 11\" farm-raised specimen from Crystal Creek Koi Farm is a mature, visually commanding fish. The Hi is vivid and well-defined, the Shiro is clean and bright, and the Sumi spots are crisp and purposefully placed — the hallmarks of a quality Sanke that will only improve with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Taisho Sanke (Gosanke)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pure snow-white (Shiro) base with red-orange (Hi) markings and black (Sumi) accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hi patches over Shiro with Sumi spots — no black on the head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard scaled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFin Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Fin — white\/translucent fins, occasionally with small Sumi spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 11\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSumi (black) markings may continue to develop and sharpen over the next 1–2 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHi (red) coloration deepens with quality nutrition and UV exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShiro (white) base brightens with clean water and proper diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePattern is unique to each fish — no two Sanke are identical\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 1,000-gallon pond recommended for a fish this size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStable water parameters: pH 7.0–8.0, ammonia\/nitrite at 0 ppm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRobust 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\u003e3 fish of this size\u003c\/strong\u003e per box. Need more than 3? \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 Disclaimer: Images shown are representative examples of this koi variety and size. The exact fish you receive may vary in pattern, coloration, and markings. Each koi is unique — you will receive a healthy specimen of the variety and size described.\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":52014333296942,"sku":"3206029","price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/8985\/3486\/files\/IMG_3216.jpg?v=1780097299","url":"https:\/\/crystalcreekkoifarm.com\/products\/taisho-sanke-standard-fin-koi-live-pond-fish","provider":"Crystal Creek Koi Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}