Tancho

Tancho Kohaku, Tancho Showa, and Tancho Goshiki are gorgeous snowy white koi with a large Hi marking on their heads. The position of the Hi marking is very important and should be well proportioned on just the head. The round Hi needs to cover as much area as possible between its eye and nose, without covering the eye or the nose. The edge must be sharp, and the coloration must be deep red. The Hi should not spread to the shoulders or back, and the white body should be free of any imperfections. Selecting top-quality Tancho koi fish requires careful attention to these details to ensure their beauty and value.

History of Tancho Koi
The mark of Tancho can appear on many varieties of koi but the most often is Kohaku.There are many kinds of Tancho: Tancho Kohaku, Tancho Taisho Sanshoku, Tancho, Goshiki, etc. and among them, the most expensive variety-Tnacho Showa.

Tancho are loved for many reasons including their resemblance to the Japanese flag and ability to stand out in a pond. They are named after the sacred red crowned crane of Japan for good fortune, love and long life.

Rare and Unique Varieties of Tancho Koi
 

Rare Tancho koi types are highly prized for their unique and distinct markings. Named after the Japanese crane with a similar red crest, Tancho koi are characterized by a single, round red patch on their head, which symbolizes luck and prosperity. Rare varieties include the Tancho Kohaku, featuring a pure white body; Tancho Sanke, displaying subtle black markings; and Tancho Showa, which presents bold black and red on a white background. These koi exemplify simplicity and elegance, often celebrated for their symbolic beauty in Japanese culture. Collectors and enthusiasts alike treasure them for their rarity and cultural significance.

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