Other major koi groups

Beyond Gosanke, the koi world includes old-line varieties, metallic groups, single-color pond favorites, and special scale types.

Major groups to learn next

Shusui
The Doitsu relative of Asagi, known for mirror scales along the back and red side accents.
Goromo / Koromo
Kohaku-like pattern with blue or dark edging over the red markings, including Ai Goromo and Budo Goromo.
Goshiki
A five-color impression that can combine Kohaku-like red with darker reticulated ground.
Kujaku
A metallic koi with reticulation and orange or red pattern, often grouped under Hikari-moyo.
Kawarimono
A broad non-metallic category for varieties that do not fit other major classes, including Chagoi, Soragoi, and Ochiba Shigure.
Gin Rin
A sparkling scale effect that can appear across many varieties.
Doitsu
A scale type with few or no regular scales, often showing larger mirror scales along the dorsal line.

This page is a map for the next expansion. Individual pages should be added only when the site has reliable photos and clear source notes for each group.