Peace Medaka (ピースメダカ) – A Shimmering Wish for Peace

Peace Medaka (ピースメダカ) is more than just a beautiful ornamental strain — it’s a symbol of calm, hope, and harmony. Developed by Muchuu Medaka (夢中メダカ), this variety was named not only for its gentle appearance but also for its deeper message: a wish for peace in the medaka world and beyond.

🌿 Name & Meaning

The name “Peace” was chosen by Mr. Sakaué (坂上社長), the head of Muchuu Medaka. He hoped to express a sincere desire that both small conflicts — such as rivalries within the medaka community — and large-scale global conflicts might someday disappear. Peace Medaka represents that quiet hope, gliding gently in the water like a living prayer for harmony.

🧬 Origin & Lineage

• Breeder: Muchuu Medaka (夢中メダカ)
• Parental Strains: Golden Lamé (黄金ラメメダカ) × Sapphire (サファイアメダカ)
• Body Type: Hikari (光体型) — flat-backed body ideal for light reflection
• Color Highlights: Blue-tinted head and silvery lamé scales
• Fixation: Early in stabilization, with stunning individual expression

🎨 Physical Characteristics

• Scales: Sparkling lamé with a balanced mix of warmth and coolness
• Head Color: Subtle blue hue that gently shifts in sunlight
• Fin Structure: Graceful, well-balanced fins, typical of hikari-bodied lines
• View Type: Spectacular in both top-view ponds and side-view aquariums
• Glow: Under natural light, this medaka emits a soft, calming shimmer

✨ Field Impression

One breeder described their first impression of the Peace Medaka:

“It’s truly beautiful. There’s something unique and calming about it. The color doesn’t just sparkle — it gently shines.”

🪞 Related Strains

• Sapphire Medaka: Offers deeper blue with less lamé
• Golden Lamé Medaka: Warm-toned sparkle, more intense brightness
• Tsumugi Medaka: Similarly elegant, with subtle gold-silver lamé

🌸 Conclusion

Peace Medaka is a visual poem — gentle, reflective, and meaningful. With its hikari body, soft lamé, and peaceful symbolism, it appeals not only to collectors who seek rare beauty but also to those who value deeper connection. In a time of noise and chaos, the Peace Medaka swims in silence — a shimmering embodiment of what the world needs most.

※ This article was written based on official material and breeder insights from Muchuu Medaka.
※ Photo credit: SNR KOREA