Jikin

A Beginner's Guide to Keeping Jikin Goldfish: The Beauty of Rokurin, Peacock Tail, and Color-Stripping Techniques

A comprehensive guide to raising Jikin goldfish, an endangered species native to Aichi Prefecture. This guide covers the distinctive Rokurin (six-scale) pattern where only six specific areas display red coloration, the characteristic four-petal Peacock Tail, rearing methods for both outdoor plastic tubs and indoor aquariums, maintaining red coloration through astaxanthin-rich foods and natural light, an overview of the traditional "Shibori" (color-stripping) technique, and evaluation criteria used at goldfish shows.

Jikin & Tosakin Goldfish Guide — Raising Traditional Japanese Varieties

Guide to keeping Jikin and Tosakin goldfish: history, round bowl keeping, tail finishing techniques, and sourcing rare varieties.

Goldfish Show Judging Criteria and Guide to Raising Award-Winning Specimens | Evaluation Points for Body Shape, Markings, and Swimming

Explanation of judging criteria evaluated at goldfish shows. We introduce evaluation points for body shape, markings, swimming behavior, and coloration, as well as practical methods for daily management and selective breeding to raise specimens appreciated by judges.

A Guide to Visiting Goldfish Exhibition Shows | Spectating Etiquette, Highlights, and National Event Information for First-time Visitors

A guide to enjoying goldfish exhibition shows as an audience member. Explains judging criteria, major national competitions, and spectating etiquette for first-time visitors.