Koi Videos and DVDs

The All Japan show Ref: DVD-501 The All Japan Show is the largest koi event on the planet with literally thousands of world class Nishikigoi in attendance. New Vision were given unprecedented access to all areas of the 2005 show and this DVD is a behind the scenes look at this remarkable event. This DVD features extended footage of all the major prize winning Koi and interviews with Koi professionals in attendance. More... Price: £20.41 (Including VAT at 20%)

Breeding Koi The Japanese Way Ref: DVD-506 The NEW VISION Production team has a track record of Koi programming that speaks for itself, but even by their high standards this is a remarkable look into the incredible process of creating high class Koi. For anyone with a desire to understand more about the fascinating culture of Nishikigoi, this DVD is essential viewing. Never before has such unprecedented access been granted to the secrets of the world's largest Koi farm. Incredible footage includes: Preparation of the parent Koi Extraction of the female’s eggs, The exact moment of fertilization, Breathtaking close ups of the tiny, newly hatched fry, Feeding fry ponds & mud ponds The first and second culls For the Japanese breeders of Nishikigoi, summer is a time of early mornings and late nights, the time of the year when parent Koi are spawned and the all important process of growing and nurturing fry takes place. Over the course of this programme, we will follow the staff of Sakai fish farm through the entire process in a fascinating access all areas look into the breeding and culling of Koi. Running time: Approx 45 mins More... Price: £20.41 (Including VAT at 20%)

Everything You Ever Wanted To know About Koi Ref: DVD-512 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 programme 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 do require fairly specific conditions in which to grow an thrive, and throughout the course of this programme we will provide you with all the information you need to do this effectively. Producer: New Vision Videos, Run-time: 55 minutes. More... Price: £20.41 (Including VAT at 20%)

Hands On Healthcare For Koi Ref: DVD-523 Over the course of this programme Bernice Brewster, on 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, should one occur. Throughout this intensive, one hour programme, Bernice discusses many areas of Koi healthcare and demonstrates many things on camera including: - correct water testing - anaesthetizing and treating Koi - taking skin scrapes - microscope use - correct netting techniques - individual parasite recognition - salt bathing Koi If you're serious about caring for your Koi and you only want to buy one video - this is the one. No Koi keeper should be without it. Producer: New Vision Videos, Run-time: 60 minutes. More... Price: £20.41 (Including VAT at 20%)

Project Koi Pond Ref: DVD-455 Koi Carp are, without doubt, some of nature's most beautiful and fascinating fish, truly unique in the animal kingdom. However, to successfully enable Koi to develop and grow to their full potential, they require certain and fairly specific conditions. This programme follows a team of professional pond builders as they construct a system designed specifically to house Koi Carp. From the initial planning stage, through the entire construction process, to the introduction of the koi themselves, everything is discussed and explained on-screen including: - Preperation & Initial Excavation - Pipework/Bottom Drain Installation and Design - The fibreglassing Process - Koi Pond Filtration - Landscaping and Finishing - Water Quality & Maintenance Price: £25.00 (Including VAT at 20%)

The Yamakoshi Trilogy - Koi DVD Ref: DVD-463 Nishikigoi Existence - The Yamakoshi Trilogy is a series of 3 programmes filmed on location in Niigata, Japan, over a period of 18 months and many trips. It follows the lives of some of the greatest masters of Koi ever, from in-depth interviews, through the fascination culling process, to the pinnacle of mud pond harvesting. This limited edition box set, available for the very first time on DVD, is a fascinating insight into the Japanese Koi industry, providing a unique behind-the-scenes view of what is, and always will be, the birthplace and home of Nishikigoi. Breathtakingly filmed and highly entertaining and informative, Nishikigoi Existence - The Yamakoshi Trilogy is something that will be treasured by Koi keepers from all over the world for many years to come. These three programmes received incredible critical acclaim upon their release and have gone on to become the definitive visual work on Japanese Koi it is, quite simply, something all serious Koi keepers should own. Nishikigoi Existence - Part 1 The Japanese are an incredibly proud and honourable people, rarely allowing outsides to infiltrate their unique Nishikigoi culture. The importance of these programmes cannot easily be measured part 1 introduces the breeders of Yamakoshi to you, with unique one-to-one interviews where some truly incredible information is given. This beautifully photographed programme also introduces the stunning visual landscape, at a time when the area is deep in snow and when to farm the land seems almost impossible. Nishikigoi Existence - Part 2 It is the culling and feeding operation that dominates part 2 of The Yamakoshi Trilogy, something never before shown in a professional presentation, as the breeders select from literally hundreds of thousands of fry Nishikigoi that in a few years time will be those of dreams. Shown in incredible close-up detail, the secrets that have remained inside Niigata are finally revealed as the breeders allow us into their operations, sharing the mysteries behind the culling of Koi. Nishikigoi Existence - Part 3 The concluding part of the trilogy follows some of the most well-known names in Nishikigoi as they harvest their mud ponds of the Koi that have spent the summer growing. The pinnacle of the season for the breeders, it is incredible to see the unique way in which the Koi emerge from the muddy waters into the glorious Niigata sunshine. Visually spectacular, this programme also features the never before seen manuscripts of the very first Koi ever to be brought from Niigata for the Tokyo Exhibition of 1914. This footage alone is worth the price itself, simply to see a unique piece of history. This programme captures the spirit of Niigata like never before. Producer: New Vision Videos, Run-time: 180 minutes Price: £39.36 (Including VAT at 20%)

How The East Was Won Ref: DVD-462 Never before has The All Japan Koi Show been won by anyone from the West. This DVD tells the story of... how the east was won. Three years ago two crazy Englishmen bought a Koi Carp on a visit to Hiroshima. The fish has the potential to become the winner of the World's largest and most prestigious Koi event, The All Japan Show. The Koi carp in question was purchased for Y18 million approx £100 000. In January 2005, the koi owned by the two Englishmen came second. In January 2006, the same koi will be bigger, better and poised to take the ultimate accolade or will it? Bonus DVD Features: Mark and Martin - 2 revealing interviews about the hobby How to supply a grand champion Koi featurette In the pond - a koi's eye view of the world Original film trailer Running time approx: 2 hours Price: £25.52 (Including VAT at 20%)

Koi - The Living Jewels (The Ultimate Collection) Ref: DVD-453 Koi - Living Jewels The Ultimate Collection on DVD - This is an absolute must have for anyone interested in Koi, the DVD format also adding a new interactive dimension that complements the material perfectly. It’s fantasic and I commend it to you unequivocally! The unique DVD collection is introduced by Nik Read, the creator and producer of the series, who gives his own personal insight into each of the featured ponds. Completely re-mastered and re-voiced, this classic programme defines an entire generation of koi keepers and will be cherished for many years to come. Price: £25.00 (Including VAT at 20%)

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