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Carassius auratus
One of the original varieties bred at the Kimura fish farm in Saitama Prefecture. A scarce goldfish from the same producer as the Tamakogane and Zebra Aurora, with no published variety standard.
Kirakira is one of the original varieties bred at the Kimura fish farm in Saitama Prefecture. Alongside its commercial work the farm has continued its own selection programme, which also produced the golden-coloured Tamakogane and, in 2019, the Zebra Aurora. Kirakira has been shown with those fish as a scarce variety in the goldfish display at Aquamarine Fukushima, but its parentage is treated as undisclosed and its body form, tail form and colour have not been published either. Husbandry follows goldfish generally: water at 15-28C and stable conditions need no special equipment. Opportunities to obtain it are limited.
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The Kirakira lives 10-15 years.
The ideal temperature for the Kirakira is 15〜28℃.
Origin
Saitama Prefecture, Japan
Lifespan
10-15 years
Temperature
15〜28℃
Prepared foods, frozen bloodworms
Sources: FishBase (Carassius auratus) / Keihan Nishikigoi Center: goldfish water management / Aquamarine Fukushima: Zebra Aurora goldfish on display
Edited & verified by: BreederDirect editorial team
The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.
Accepted name: Carassius auratus (Linnaeus, 1758)
Breeder: 木村養魚場(埼玉県)
Authority databases: FishBase · GBIF · Aquamarine Fukushima: Zebra Aurora goldfish on display
Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.
Sources: CITES Appendices (species not listed) / FishBase (Carassius auratus)
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As with goldfish generally, light bright enough for viewing is sufficient. How the colour reads differs between fish, so adjust to the individual.
Hold the water at 15-28C and keep it stable with filtration and regular changes. Since the body form is not published, match the flow to the fish's swimming ability.
With body and tail form unknown, choose tank mates by observed swimming speed and avoid pairings with very different paces.
There is no published variety standard and availability is limited. Check the producer and the body form before acquiring one, and judge whether it suits the existing setup.
Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.
The ideal temperature for Kirakira is 15〜28℃. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.
The average lifespan of Kirakira is 10-15 years. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.
Kirakira feeds on: Prepared foods, frozen bloodworms. Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.
The price of Kirakira varies significantly depending on variety, size, and individual quality. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.
Last updated: September 17, 2026