This category includes all Koi with shiny body but devoid of any markings. Hikari-muji are
divided into "Yamabuki Ogon (with pure yellow, metallic
sheen on the
entire body)," "Platinum Ogon (with shining platinum
color)," "Orange Ogon (with orange sheen)," "Kin Matsuba (literally
'golden pine needles,' for
individual,
glittering scales appearing like raised markings)", and "Gin Matsuba (literally 'silvery pine needles,' for
glittering scales on the
platinum ground which look
like raised markings)," etc. As they don't have any markings, the condition of luster and body
conformation become the essential points for appreciation of Hikari-muji group.
Excellent luster is the one which covers the whole body
evenly. Generally, Koi
of Hikari-muji group readily get used to humans. With hearty appetite, they tend to grow over-sized
bellies.
However, good shape body, covering from the head to breast
and abdomen.
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