Description: The Japanese Bantam, as it’s known in most of the English-speaking world, is an ancient breed dating back to at least the 1600s and has long been admired for its beauty. Originating in south China in what we now know as Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia. In much of Asia the Japanese bantam is known as the Chabo and in Spanish-speaking countries is also known as the Nagasaki. This ornamental bantam breed is recognizable by its exaggerated head and comb, prominent eye, short back, and long tail which all appear even more pronounced as a result of the breed’s short leg. The Black Tailed White Japanese is the iconic color in the breed, though several other color varieties are recognized.
I am working with what I consider to be some of the finest Japanese bantam genetics in the US thanks to two top breeders who have dedicated much of their lives to this breed, and I have them in an array of colors and in quality that would be hard to find just about anywhere. I am selecting these birds for short, wide body, prominent head features, short leg, and feather quality and am offering select birds for sale.
Today I am offering pairs that correspond to the photos - you will be receiving the actual birds shown:
Pair #1: Duckwing cockerel. A pretty male with the sword sickles the Japanese is known for. This male is very close to Silver Duckwing with just a little brassy over the shoulder and wing bow. A very rare color and seldom seen in this quality.
As there is only one of each cockerel listed, once each is sold the website will show as sold out. I will continue adding to the list as I have time to take photos.
Pricing: Japanese Bantams that meet my selection criteria for adherence to breed standard start at $175 per cockerel. Shipping and box for Japanese Bantam cockerels runs $135 in the lower 48 states. The total cost of a cockerel with shipping is $310.
Recognition: The ABA recognizes Japanese Bantams in the following color varieties for exhibition: Barred, Black, Black Breasted Red, Black Tailed Buff, Black Tailed Red, Black Tailed White, Blue, Blue Tailed White, Brown Red, Buff, Gray, Mottled, Self-Blue, Silver Duckwing, Silver Laced, Wheaten, White, and White Bearded. The APA recognizes Japanese Bantams in Barred, Black, Black Tailed Buff, Black Tailed White, Brown Red, Gray, Mottled, Wheaten, & White.
Shipping season: Japanese Bantams generally ship the end of October through the end of May, depending on availability. Pick up at the farm by the buyer or their trusted courier can be arranged year-round.
