--- product_id: 5570479 title: "Hikari Usa Inc AHK06370 Wheat Germ 4.4lb, Medium" brand: "hikari" price: "¥20654" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Hikari" url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/5570479-hikari-usa-inc-ahk06370-wheat-germ-4-4lb-medium store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # 4.4lb nutrient-dense wheat germ Highly digestible for koi & pond fish Year-round use, ideal for cooler climates Hikari Usa Inc AHK06370 Wheat Germ 4.4lb, Medium **Brand:** hikari **Price:** ¥20654 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Elevate your pond’s ecosystem with every pellet! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Hikari Usa Inc AHK06370 Wheat Germ 4.4lb, Medium by hikari - **How much does it cost?** ¥20654 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/5570479-hikari-usa-inc-ahk06370-wheat-germ-4-4lb-medium) ## Best For - hikari enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted hikari brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Digestive Ease:** Easily assimilated pellets ensure maximum nutrient absorption. - • **Fertility & Glow:** Enhances fish fertility and vibrant appearance for pond perfection. - • **All-Season Formula:** Optimized for year-round feeding, especially in cooler waters. - • **Additive-Free Purity:** Clean, celery-free, veterinary diet trusted by thousands of aquatic pros. - • **Power-Packed Nutrition:** Boost your koi’s vitality with high-protein wheat germ pellets. ## Overview Hikari Wheat Germ 4.4lb Medium is a premium, additive-free fish food designed for koi and pond fish. Its high protein, easily digestible formula supports year-round health, especially in cooler climates, enhancing fish fertility and vibrant appearance. Trusted by over 7,000 reviewers, it’s the go-to daily diet for medium breed pond fish. ## Description desertcart.com: Hikari Usa Inc AHK06370 Wheat Germ 4.4lb, Medium : Pet Supplies Review: My cichlids actually eat this without acting offended - This has been a good food for my cichlids. The pellets sink nicely, which helps because the food actually gets to the fish instead of floating around forever or ending up sucked into the filter. My fish go for it, and that’s honestly the biggest test with aquarium food because fish can be dramatic little underwater food critics. I like that the container is a decent size and the food doesn’t make a huge mess when fed properly. It’s a good option for cichlid owners, especially if you have fish that prefer food that sinks instead of staying at the top. No real complaints. I’d buy it again because it’s easy to use, the fish like it, and it feels like a reliable staple food to keep on hand. Review: Have been using these sinking pellets for years for our Cichlid tanks! - We have several Blood Parrot fish tanks with about 12 Cichlids total. Due to the sensitivity of the Blood Parrots and how susceptible they are to swim bladder issues, we searched for a sinking pellet that the fish could/would eat and would help them maintain their beautiful orange color. Attached are pics of the color of the babies (almost yellowish at first) when we first bought them and after a few months of feeding them the Hikari Sinking Gold Cichlid Pellets (vibrant orange color). What a difference! I also attached a video of the first Blood Parrot fish we ever bought about six years ago that we have been feeding the Hikari Sinking Gold Cichlid Pellets to for years! She loses some of her color every time she lays eggs and she seems to lay eggs often nowadays or at least tries to. More about the food! We tried the smaller size Hikari sinking pellets but it seemed the smaller pellets would get overlooked by the babies and they couldn't seem to find the small pellets, so we went ahead and bought the bigger size to try them. The babies were able to see the larger size sinking pellets and it negated the risk of the Blood Parrots sucking in air while trying to feed off the top of the fish tank with either floating pellets or flakes. The pellet size was a little big for the babies at first so we would soak the pellets in a cup of fish tank water for a few minutes to soften the pellets up before feeding the babies the pellets. The babies will literally suck the softened pellets off the tank bottom with a small amount of food waste being expelled from their mouth as they swallow the pellet. The small amount of food waste from the softened pellets often gets sucked into the fish filter which helps keep the tank clean as a whole too! The food quality and nutrition is definitely top notch as seen by the color difference in our fish pictures! The Functionality of the sinking pellets works flawlessly, especially after soaking the pellets for a few minutes in a cup of tank water. The bag lasts us about two months as we don't overfeed our fish as we want them to avoid any gut issues. We also feed them Hikari Jumbo Bloodworms on occasion and shelled peas just to be safe. Blood parrots are picky eaters sometimes, but these Hikari sinking pellets seem to be a food they will eat daily for us! ## Features - Hikari wheat germ 4. 4lb Medium - Hikari wheat-germ is a highly nutritious, easily assimilated, highly digestible daily diet for Koi and other pond fish - It will have your aquatic pet looking their best while improving their fertility. - It will have your aquatic pet looking their best while improving their fertility - Hikari Wheat Germ 4.4lb Medium - Hikari wheat-germ is a highly nutritious, easily assimilated, highly digestible daily diet for koi and other pond fish, including goldfish ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0006G5RGU | | Additional Features | High Nutritional Value, Easy Assimilation, High Digestibility, Suitable for Year-Round Use in Cooler Climates | | Age Range (Description) | All Life Stages | | Age Range Description | All Life Stages | | Allergen Information | Celery Free | | Animal Food Diet Type | Veterinary Diet | | Animal Food Ingredient Claim | Additive-Free | | Animal Food Nutrient Content Claim | High Protein | | Best Sellers Rank | #6,056 in Pet Supplies ( See Top 100 in Pet Supplies ) #51 in Aquarium Fish Food | | Brand | Hikari | | Brand Name | Hikari | | Breed Recommendation | Medium Breeds | | Container Type | Bag | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 6,940 Reviews | | Dog Breed Size | Medium | | Flavor | Seafood | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00042055063708 | | Item Form | Pellet | | Item Type Name | Hikari Usa Inc. AHK06370 Wheat Germ 4.4lb, Medium | | Item Weight | 2 kg | | Manufacturer | Hikerman 99020262 | | Manufacturer Part Number | 42055063708 | | Model Number | 42055063708 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Occasion | Birthday | | Package Size Name | MEDIUM | | Pet Type | Fish | | Product Benefits | Enhances fish appearance and fertility | | Recommended Uses For Product | Daily diet for koi and other pond fish, Year-round use, especially in cooler climates | | Special Ingredients | Wheat Germ | | Specific Uses For Product | Fish Food | | Target Species | Fish | | UPC | 042055063708 | | Unit Count | 70 Ounce | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** All Life Stages - **Brand:** Hikari - **Flavor:** Seafood - **Item Form:** Pellet - **Specific Uses For Product:** Fish Food ## Images ![Hikari Usa Inc AHK06370 Wheat Germ 4.4lb, Medium - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71WuzC3BX4L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: is this food appropriate for spring time as the temperature begins to rise or just for the fall?** A: wheat germ based food is best for cooler seasonal temperatures where the pond water is hovering around 50 degrees. below 50 degrees ( ish). I have never feed my koi with water temperatures below 50. Their cold blooded metabolism will not allow food to digest in their near dormant state, and if they eat in that state ( which ..well they are koi they will eat) it rots in their gut ...serious problem . I use wheat germ in early spring and late fall/ **Q: Could someone tell me how big the pellets are in mm? I'm looking for larger pellets.** A: According to a chart i found on the manufacturers website, the Hikari Floating Wheat Germ Pellet Medium is 5.0 to 5.5 MM. It doesn't seem that large to me. If you are looking for a "large" pellet, it would stand to reason you don't want to buy a "Medium" pellet. Sincerely,Nate at Practical Garden Ponds **Q: Does the 1.1 lb packge contain the LARGE SIZE pellets?** A: Yes I have it and the size is for larger fish **Q: Is this listing for a 4.4lb bag of large pellet koi food?** A: Yes ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My cichlids actually eat this without acting offended *by A***6 on May 26, 2026* This has been a good food for my cichlids. The pellets sink nicely, which helps because the food actually gets to the fish instead of floating around forever or ending up sucked into the filter. My fish go for it, and that’s honestly the biggest test with aquarium food because fish can be dramatic little underwater food critics. I like that the container is a decent size and the food doesn’t make a huge mess when fed properly. It’s a good option for cichlid owners, especially if you have fish that prefer food that sinks instead of staying at the top. No real complaints. I’d buy it again because it’s easy to use, the fish like it, and it feels like a reliable staple food to keep on hand. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Have been using these sinking pellets for years for our Cichlid tanks! *by C***N on June 3, 2025* We have several Blood Parrot fish tanks with about 12 Cichlids total. Due to the sensitivity of the Blood Parrots and how susceptible they are to swim bladder issues, we searched for a sinking pellet that the fish could/would eat and would help them maintain their beautiful orange color. Attached are pics of the color of the babies (almost yellowish at first) when we first bought them and after a few months of feeding them the Hikari Sinking Gold Cichlid Pellets (vibrant orange color). What a difference! I also attached a video of the first Blood Parrot fish we ever bought about six years ago that we have been feeding the Hikari Sinking Gold Cichlid Pellets to for years! She loses some of her color every time she lays eggs and she seems to lay eggs often nowadays or at least tries to. More about the food! We tried the smaller size Hikari sinking pellets but it seemed the smaller pellets would get overlooked by the babies and they couldn't seem to find the small pellets, so we went ahead and bought the bigger size to try them. The babies were able to see the larger size sinking pellets and it negated the risk of the Blood Parrots sucking in air while trying to feed off the top of the fish tank with either floating pellets or flakes. The pellet size was a little big for the babies at first so we would soak the pellets in a cup of fish tank water for a few minutes to soften the pellets up before feeding the babies the pellets. The babies will literally suck the softened pellets off the tank bottom with a small amount of food waste being expelled from their mouth as they swallow the pellet. The small amount of food waste from the softened pellets often gets sucked into the fish filter which helps keep the tank clean as a whole too! The food quality and nutrition is definitely top notch as seen by the color difference in our fish pictures! The Functionality of the sinking pellets works flawlessly, especially after soaking the pellets for a few minutes in a cup of tank water. The bag lasts us about two months as we don't overfeed our fish as we want them to avoid any gut issues. We also feed them Hikari Jumbo Bloodworms on occasion and shelled peas just to be safe. Blood parrots are picky eaters sometimes, but these Hikari sinking pellets seem to be a food they will eat daily for us! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ My fish actually eat this instead of ignoring it *by D***E on May 11, 2026* I’ve had really good luck with these Hikari Cichlid Gold pellets. The pellets sink like they’re supposed to, which works way better for my fish than floating food. They seem more active during feeding time, and I’ve noticed less wasted food sitting around compared to some cheaper brands I’ve tried. The medium size works well for my cichlids, and the container lasts a pretty decent amount of time for a 2.2-pound bag. Water quality hasn’t seemed to get nasty fast with this food either, which is a huge plus. Definitely one of those “you get what you pay for” fish foods. My fish are picky little jerks and they still go after this stuff fast. ## Frequently Bought Together - Hikari Usa Inc AHK06370 Wheat Germ 4.4lb, Medium - Hikari 4.4-Pound Staple Floating Pellets for Koi and Pond Fish, Medium - Hikari Usa Inc 02370 Gold 4.4 Lb, Medium --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/5570479-hikari-usa-inc-ahk06370-wheat-germ-4-4lb-medium](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/5570479-hikari-usa-inc-ahk06370-wheat-germ-4-4lb-medium) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-09-15*