Koi Books and DVDs.

At Koi Water Garden, we are able to offer competitive prices on not only high quality koi, but also on koi related goods including Koi related books and DVDs.

Last Updated 1st November 2011

 

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Koishi

This fantastic new book represents a comprehensive listing of many of the famous Koi breeders of the Niigata area and was written in a question and answer format over a period of 20 years spent interviewing and visiting the breeders involved.  It gives a comprehensive and fascinating insight into the history of the Koi farms, how they started breeding Koi, what varieties they have come to specialise in, and they have come to be so expert in their chosen fields.

Written by Mamoro Kodama, and produced over a 20 year period of visiting al the Koi farms in question, it is one of the most comprehensive Koi books ever written.

If you are a serious Koi keeper and really want to understand more about the production and development of Japanese Koi, just why they are the best in the world,  who are the breeders and where they are located then this book is a must for you.

 

 
Koishi Book £54.99

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Koi Health

This all new book on Koi health contains a wealth of information about Koi health topics in general, including how to identify and deal with many of the common issues that can affect our Koi.

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Covers parasite identification, symptoms and treatment options, as well as bacterial infections and the various treatments available

 

Mini Encyclopaedia of Keeping Koi

This all new book gives an insight across a broader spectrum of our hobby to advise on all aspects of Koi husbandry, including general care, water quality, pond building, feeding etc.

 

Koi health £16.99

Mini Encyclopaedia of Koi Keeping £9.99

 

 

Koi  1    - Go Sanke varieties

These new books are among the most comprehensive books we have yet seen and the first in the series, Koi 1,  represents an extremely in depth look at Go Sanke varieties, how they were developed, the bloodlines and the famous pioneering breeders.

It also explains to the reader how to pick great Go Sanke from an early age, how to look after them and how to get the very best development from them by careful husbandry, feeding and the most important aspects of after care.

Chapters cover the different methods of production, the lineage and the real detail of the importance of body shape, skin quality, pattern and every aspect of the detail needed to identify real quality in these varieties.

Topics also covered are feeding, water quality, breeding, growth and development and general husbandry.

350 pages packed with hundreds of full colour illustrations

 

 
 

 Koi  2    - Kawari varieties

The second book in this series represents an extremely in depth look at Kawari varieties, how they were developed, the bloodlines and the famous pioneering breeders.

It also explains to the reader how to pick great Kawari from an early age, how to look after them and how to get the very best development from them by careful husbandry, feeding and the most important aspects of after care.

It covers many older, unusual and rare varieties that we do not see today as well as the development of many of the newer varieties which are now appearing and how these were developed.

Chapters cover the different methods of production, the lineage and the real detail of the importance of body shape, skin quality, pattern and every aspect of the detail needed to identify real quality in these varieties.

Topics also covered are feeding, water quality, breeding, growth and development and general husbandry.

350 pages packed with hundreds of full colour illustrations
Koi 1 £49.95

Koi 2 £49.95

 

 

DVD Niigata secrets 60 minutes £22.50

Visit the home of modern Nishikigoi without ever leaving the comfort of your home! This excellent DVD is packed with information about the most famous Koi destination on earth - the beautiful mountains of Niigata Prefecture in the north east of Japan

Travel with the author to Niigata - the spiritual home of Koi, to bring you "Niigata Secrets". In this fascinating programme, join some of the areas finest breeders in the autumn harvest of their mud ponds. PAL only . Running time approx 130 minutes.


 

 

 

DVD Koi Pond Project 60 minutes £22.50

This programme follows a team of professional pond builders as they construct a system designed specifically to house Koi. Takes the viewer through every step of a Koi pond build from planning and design, ground works, construction, filtration and finishing and landscaping.  Helps you avoid all the pitfalls and do it right - first time!    PAL only. Running time approx 55 minutes.
 



 

 

 

DVD Koi health.
hands on healthcare		 60 minutes £22.50

Over the course of this programme Bernice Brewster, one of the UK's leading Koi experts, shows not only how to maintain a health pond and healthy Koi, but also how to both recognize and treat a parasite attack. How to recognize and treat bacterial infections and how to prevent problems before they occur. PAL only.  Running time approx 60 minutes.

 

 

 

DVD Nishikigoi the Movie 90 minutes £29.95

A totally unique, enthralling insiders view of the very heart of Nishikigoi culture, the movie gives a comprehensive insight into the Niigata region of Japan, the home of modern Nishikigoi, and covers Autumn harvesting of some of the best Koi in the world from many world famous farms. See for yourself the beautiful scenery and travel to those 'hidden' villages that are home to so many of the worlds top Koi breeders.

PAL only.  Running time approx 100 minutes.
 

 

 

DVD Everything you ever wanted to know about Koi 55 minutes £22.50

Keeping Koi has enjoyed phenomenal growth over the last few years. However, many people believe that a vast array of equipment and knowledge is required, together with a very deep pocket. This video will completely explode those myths, and show that a fully operational, efficient Koi pond system is within the reach of everyone.

The program explains, step by step, all you need to know, and contains sections on the following:-
Ideal Conditions, - Filtration, - Pond Construction,- Landscaping,- Equipment Required,-   History of Koi,- Choosing and Buying Koi,- Water Quality and Pond Maintenance,- Koi Shows.

Although Koi are not difficult to keep, they o require fairly specific conditions in which to grow an thrive, and throughout the course of this program we will provide you with all the information you need to do this effectively

PAL only.  Running time approx 55 minutes.

 

 

Gift Vouchers

Not sure what to buy for the Koi keeper in your family? Christmas or Birthday presents are always a problem - so why not give gift vouchers.  These can be redeemed for Koi or any dry goods advertised on this web site within one year of issue.

Please note that the shopping cart will show a minimum carriage charge of £3.95 when purchasing.  However , postage will be free to all UK destinations.


 

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