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Unveiling the Ancient Origins of the Oranda Goldfish
The Oranda's Name: The etymology of the name "Oranda" has long been a subject of debate among historians and scholars. One prevailing theory suggests that the name derives from the Japanese word "oran," which means "Netherlands" or "Holland." This theory posits that the Oranda goldfish was first imported to Japan from the Netherlands during the Edo period (1603–1868), where it gained popularity among Japanese fish enthusiasts.