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How to Enter
🌟 How to Enter:
Submit one clear photo and one video of each koi you wish to enter below.
The size of the entered Koi must be submitted and as accurate as possible.
Include the breeder’s name and dealer name for each fish if known.
All entries must be submitted by the deadline (25th August) via form below, if you require assistance email me on: show@thekoiperspective.com
Depending on volume, a maximum number of entrants and OR a maximum number of Koi PER ENTRANT may be imposed, and the deadline may be brought forward to ensure the competition remains manageable for judges and committee.
Proof of ownership may be requested after submission. This can be provided either via confirmation from the dealer/importer or a video of the koi swimming in a pond located in the UK.
Butterfly, Longfin, or Short body Koi are not permitted for the Digital Koi Show 2025
Aim for as little glare on the photograph as possible, umbrella’s can come in handy to stop the sunlight!
Video is most important
Capture all sides of the koi, some glare is ok, like seen in the example video, but any video’s with excessive glare will be disqualified immediately.
You can use photos or videos taken in Japan, but if the content is more than six months old at the stage of submission, an updated photo or video may be requested.
This years Judging Panel
⚠️ Submission Requirements:
Photos and videos must be clear, with no excessive glare – please try to use shelter or an umbrella to prevent this.
The koi should be fully visible and centred in the shot.
Video submissions must show all sides of the fish and not just a left or right hand side, this will result in immediate disqualification.
Poor quality entries will be rejected (e.g. partial visibility, dark footage, or overly reflective images).
Videos should show the fish swimming naturally side-to-side and not completely sedated, ideally lasting 20 seconds.
Winners may be asked for their home address for the purpose of prize delivery.
Winners may also be asked to participate in magazine content or future live broadcasts.
This show is fully digital – no transport, no stress on your koi, and no travel costs for you. Entries are judged based solely on your submitted footage and details, so please do your best to make the highest quality submission as possible.
Show Sizes & Prizes!
🌀 Show Sizes:
Size 1: Up to 25cm
Size 2: 26–35cm
Size 3: 36–45cm
Size 4: 46–55cm
Size 5: 56–65cm
Size 6: 66–75cm
Size 7: 76-85cm
Size 8: above 86cm
🎨 Varieties (Categories):
Kohaku
Sanke
Showa
Utsurimono
Bekko
Asagi/Shusui
Koromo/Goshiki
Kawarimono
Hikari Moyo
Hikari Muji
Hikari Utsuri
Tancho
Kinginrin A (Kohaku, Sanke, Showa)
Kinginrin B (All other Gin Rin)
Doitsu
🏆 Major Awards:
Grand Champion A (Go-Sanke)
Grand Champion B (Non Go-Sanke)
Superior Champion (size 6 - 66-75cm)
Mature Champion (size 5 - 56-65cm)
Adult Champion (size 4 – 46-55cm)
Junior Champion (size 3 - 36-45cm)
Young Champion (size 2 - 26-35cm)
Baby Champion (size 1 -15-25cm)
Best in Variety (All Categories)
The Koi Perspective Award – Chosen by Joe Mitchell editor of The Koi Perspective Magazine
🏪 Dealer Prizes:
Plaques and prizes will also be awarded to dealers involved in importing major prize-winning koi.
The dealer with the most entries under their name will receive a special ‘The Koi Perspective’ recognition prize.
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