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 […]
The Lure for the BIG BASS; DEPS
When anglers speak about giant bass, trophy hunting, and big-bait culture, one Japanese brand is always mentioned with a special kind of respect: deps.Unlike many fishing brands that focus on versatility and numbers, deps was created for a single, uncompromising goal — to target monster-class bass only. This article explains the origin of deps, its […]
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 […]
Application of Seabass Lures for Pike Fishing
Japanese seabass lures—designed originally for Suzuki (Japanese seabass) fishing—should have been more popular in Pike fishing, in my opinion. Although these lures were born in a saltwater environment thousands of kilometers away, their design principles make them surprisingly effective not only for seabass but also for freshwater predator fishing. Here are reasons why I think […]
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 […]
The Solution to the Snagged Lures in Japan; Marine Sweeper’s Activity
Have you ever thought about what happens to the lures left in the bottom of the sea, after your lure is snagged to the structure? The answer is clear. It remains in the water until it degrades or is broken down into pieces. It takes a very long time for that. Facing this headache of […]
Trophy Bass Fishing in Japan
For many bass fishermen globally, to come to Japan for fishing is a good chance to get a trophy bass. In Japan there are some lakes which are said to hold the bass over 70 cm (about 27 inch) length or nearly 15 pounds. In this blog, you can get the idea of which lake […]
Swimbaits in Japan
Swimbaits in Japanese Bass Market This year, a new swimbait was released from Megabass. It was a renewal of the famous swimbait, MAGDRAFT. What was renewed was the improved magnet hook holding system, MAG HOLD system. It is improved in the way that the magnet is not easily exposed out of the body. And they […]
Real Fisher; Offshore Lures Made by the REAL Captain Fisherman
Speaking of offshore boat fishing, nobody else is more reliable than the captain of the boat. Japan’s offshore fishing is prosperous because of the richness of such experienced captains. It is notable that these captains are often the opinion leaders of the market. When a captain says something is effective on his/her boat, then the […]