The First English Angora Best In Show in Japan

On November 12, 2006, a historical event happened. An English Angora won the all breed Best In Show in Japan for the first time ever. Yumiko is the proud mama of this beautiful white doe; she won the big prize in the YBRC 6th annual show in Tokyo.

Yumiko reports about the Best In Show judging:

"Best in Show is BC2CE REW English Angora!” The result was announced in the hall. I knew she was the best, but I noticed it again and my heart was full of deep emotion. Suddenly a great cheer aroused and the English Angora was the focus of a million flashing cameras. It was just like a Hollywood star. BC2CE must be satisfied with the result. I dedicate this honor to you and Chie. I will also tell Angora friends in USA on your blog "Angora is the No.1"

What a moment of excitement that we wish that we were there. Luckily Yumiko sent in many pictures to share.

The first photo shows Yumiko being awarded the Best In Show prizes by the two judges: Judge Judy and Judge Chuck. Judge Chuck is the breed judge shown in photo number two.

The third photo shows the two judges jointly picking the Best In Show.

The fourth photo shows the prizes on display. The big silver bowl and the huge rosette are now on top of Yumiko's carrier in the fifth photo.

In the sixth photo, the president of the YBRC club Mr. Machida comments how lovely the rabbit is and how great a job Yumiko has done.

What an exciting day!