Medaka Strain – Wazumi

The Wazumi Medaka also known as Japanese Ink Medaka (Japanese name: 和墨メダカ) is a high-contrast ornamental strain created by Medaka Palette in Ibaraki, Japan. Its bold black buchi patterns on a white body evoke the timeless beauty of traditional Japanese sumi ink. Each purchase includes 1 male and 1 female, imported and hand-selected for quality and expression.

Learn more about the Wazumi Medaka on our Medaka Encyclopedia page.

• Includes: 1 Male + 1 Female
• Condition: Imported medaka
• Breeder: Medaka Palette, Ibaraki (Japan)
• Lineage: Orochi Hikari × Onna-bina (female-line Kohaku), selecting white/black buchi offspring
• Key Traits: Black buchi spots, no fading in white containers (non-reactive pigment), unique body pattern
• Shipping: UPS 2-Day Air strongly recommended

※ All photos shown are original images taken by SNR MEDAKA USA. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution is strictly prohibited. Photos are for reference only — actual fish may vary.

Important Purchase & Shipping Information

For customers who purchase physical Medaka:

• As a general rule, we do not accept cancellations for Medaka sold in-kind after the order has been confirmed.
• Please note that the appearance may differ depending on lighting and container color.
• This item is not eligible for returns or exchanges.
• We ship to the Continental U.S. only. Sorry, we do not ship to Hawaii or Alaska.

Shipping Information

• Please choose UPS 2-Day Air. DOA only applies to this shipping method. For full details, please read Shipping Information – SNR Medaka USA.
• Orders may be canceled if stock is unavailable or if fish are deemed unfit to ship at the time of packing.
• If purchasing multiple sets of live Medaka, we may combine them into one shipment.