Fishing in Hokkaido: What Overseas Anglers Need to Know About Local Fishing Rules
Hokkaido is one of the world’s great fishing destinations. From wild cherry salmon in mountain streams, taimen in the flatland to massive sea-run fish along dramatic coastlines, the island offers experiences that many anglers dream about for years. But unlike many overseas destinations, fishing in Hokkaido comes with a very specific set of local regulations […]
How to Go Fly Fishing in Japan
For many anglers, Japan is the country of fishing. It makes me happy to hear that many anglers all around the world want to go fishing in Japan. Bass fishing can be one target activities for sure. But you cannot miss that Japan is also rich in trout related species. These trouts are wonderful destinations […]
Tacklehouse — Japanese Saltwater Craftsmanship That Delivers Proven Performance
In the world of fishing, some tackle makers stand out not simply by selling products, but by expressing a clear philosophy through every lure they make. Tacklehouse is one such company — a Japanese brand with deep roots in lure innovation and relentless pursuit of performance. In this article, we explore Tacklehouse’s heritage and three […]
2026 Global Fishing Show Schedule
We are starting the new year with fishing tackle exhibitions all over the world! I summarized this year's major fishing show schedules in the below PDF. In the list below, there are major shows which have available informations, especially ones held in early 2026 and some of scheduled shows in later in the year, too. […]
DUO: Lure Maker with Japanese Craftmanship
In the world of Japanese fishing tackles, there is one brand which boast the true Japanese craftmanship. That is DUO. In this blog, you can see the brief histrory of this brand, philosophy and some key products. While there are many product categories in which DUO is producing their lures, I needed to select key […]
JACKALL; History, Development Philosophy and Now
JACKALL is one of the most influential lure brands in modern Japanese fishing. From iconic designs like the TN series to innovative creations like the GANTAREL, the company has built a strong reputation among anglers of every style. This article introduces JACKALL’s history, development style, signature products, and its expansion into global markets. How JACKALL […]
History of Black Bass Fishing in Japan
Introduction Black bass fishing is one of the most popular fishing art in Japan. Here I would like to show you how it started, why it got huge, and what the situation is today. History of black bass in Japan Black bass (largemouth bass, Micropterus psalmodies) is not the native fish in Japan. The history […]
A Visitor’s Guide to Lake Biwa — Japan’s Legendary Bass Destination
Japan’s largest freshwater lake, Lake Biwa, is one of the world’s most respected fisheries—home to giant largemouth bass, diverse ecosystems, and year-round fishing adventures. Some of you may know that this is the lake produced the worlds largest bass (my blog post about the big bass is here.) Whether you’re chasing your first trophy bass […]
Fishing Tackle Shows in Yokohama and Osaka, in 2026
Have you been to Japan? As a fishing enthusiast, January and February are some of the most interesting timings to visit Japan. Do you know why? Japan's two biggest shows are held in January and February; Yokohama fishing show in January and Osaka fishing show in February. These exhibitions serve as major meeting points for […]
My Love and Hate Relationship with Fishing
I like fishing. But when someone asks me about it, my answer is only conditional. “I like it, but…” I like fishing but it is hard for me to say I like fishing in the community of the angling industry. What the love of fishing means in this industry is like this. You cannot go […]