Simple online bidding
Buyer guide
How Koi Auction works.
The site is being built to make Japanese koi auctions clear and straightforward: view the koi, understand the details, place your bid, and follow clear steps if you win.
5 steps
Clear process
From viewing the koi to arranging handover.
Every auction should be easy to understand before a buyer places a bid. The aim is simple: clear information, clear timing, clear next steps.
Stage one
View koi details
Stage two
Bid online
Stage three
Win and pay
Stage four
Arrange handover
- 01
View the koi listing
Each listing will show the key koi details, auction timing, photos, video where available, and collection or delivery notes.
- 02
Register before bidding
Buyers will need an account before bidding so contact details and auction activity can be managed properly.
- 03
Place your bid online
Bids will be placed through the website before the auction closes. The highest valid bid at the close wins, subject to any auction rules shown on the listing.
- 04
Complete payment
Winning bidders will receive clear payment instructions after the auction ends.
- 05
Arrange collection or delivery
Once payment is confirmed, collection or agreed delivery arrangements will be confirmed directly.
Clear details
Know what you are viewing
Koi listings should explain what buyers need to know before they place a bid.
Fair timing
See when auctions close
Auction timings will be visible so buyers know when each koi auction closes.
Clear next steps
Know what happens after
Winners will be guided through payment, collection, or agreed delivery after the auction ends.