Niigata buying trip 2012

We have just returned from our annual Niigata koi buying trip. Check out the pics. Videos to follow shortly.

The welcome sign as you get to Yamakoshi

The breathtaking view of Yamakoshi from Maruju's Koi Farm.

The judging before the koi are released in their holding tanks at the 2012 Ojiya Koi Show.

The holding tanks at the 2012 Ojiya Koi Show.

The grand champion of the 2012 Ojiya Koi Show. A stunning Dainichi Kohaku.

Marusho's tosai during feeding time.

Kohaku, showa and sumi goromo that we purchased from Maruju.

The Maruju showa.