The Sakura Awards of the 2013 All Japan Show

This entry is part 12 of 14 in the series All Japan Combined Nishikigoi Show 2013

The Sakura Awards represent together with the Botan and Tsubaki Awards the Major Awards for the non Go-Sanke varieties. The Sakura awards represent Goshiki, Kawarigoi, Ginrin A, Ginrin B and Kujaku. Because of the strong entries with Goshiki, it is difficult for other varieties to win, but this time it is a nice balance with other varieties as well. What a beautiful Koi again on the 2013 All Japan Show! Enjoy!

I am personally really impressed by the Goshiki that won Best Sakura and Best in Variety Goshiki. It is bred by a hobbyist, not a breeder! Unfortunately I do not know the name of this person. And what about the 65 Bu Sakura winner? What a crazy nice Beni for a Goshiki! It’s flawless! Also the 60 Bu Sakura Goshiki really attracts me. I really like the ‘white’ parts around the Beni, the nice pattern and the fluent body shape. Don’t forget about the nice Kujaku as well. I really like the style of the 70 Bu Kujaku, with a superb Matsuba-mon (pattern). And last, but not least, the 12 Bu Ochiba Shigure! What a cute and perfect looking Ochiba! I really like this small teddy bear. Enjoy the beauty of the 2013 Sakura Awards!