Hand painted elegant tea bowl. Perfect size for a solo tea session with a 100ml Gaiwan.
 
Koi, or more specifically Nishikigoi (锦鲤), is an important ornamental fish breed in the traditional culture of many Asian countries, with the earliest record in historical materials of Jin dynasty (3rd - 4th century AD) in China.  It was unknown to the western world until the transmission of Japanese culture in 20th century. And now, let these adorable fishes swim in your tea!