FBK; Fishing Inspired Accessories from Metal Parts Factory
This is the general information about the brand FBK. The brand name FBK is coming from the initials of Fuji Barrel Kogyo (Fuji Barrel Industry.) It specializes in producing metal parts, not only fishing tackles. Especially, they have sophisticated technology of barrelling (tumbling) polish and other metal polish techniques. Using these skills, they are producing […]
Angler’z System; Trout Spoon Specialist in Japan
This is a general introduction of the brand, Angler’z System. Angler'z System, also known as ANTEM outside Japan, is a distinguished brand in the trout fishing community, particularly recognized among competitive anglers with many spoon products. According to their homepage, they have been launching spoon products for over 20 years. One of their significant lures […]
GRAYZ; Made in Japan Hand-Poured Soft Baits
GRAYZ is a fishing tackle brand specializing in high-quality bass fishing soft lures. They are one of few hand-poured soft lure factories in Japan. Designed for serious anglers, and using their own production facility as their advantage, GRAYZ lures combine cutting-edge materials, lifelike action, and innovative designs to enhance fishing performance. GRAYZ soft lures are […]
SLP Works; Custom Parts Specialist
This is a general introduction of the brand, SLP Works. SLP Works is a premium Japanese brand specializing in high-performance fishing tackle customization and upgrades. As the official tuning division of Daiwa, SLP Works focuses on custom parts for reels, rods, and other fishing equipment with cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and top-end materials. With a […]
Valkein; Premium Area Trout Fishing Tackle Brand
This is a general introduction of the brand, Valkein. Valkein is a Japanese fishing tackle brand highly regarded for its lures and tackle products, particularly for area trout fishing. The company develops products that are both functional and enjoyable, catering to a wide range of anglers from beginners to experts. Brand Features and Philosophy As […]
Tackle House; the house of firmly trusted lures in Japan
Firstly, please look at the lure below. Many of you have seen this lure. Simple beauty, perfectly stream-lined, and at the same time representing what the minnow shape lure should be. This is one of the best selling lure, K-TEN from the brand called Tackle House. There is a history and philosophy behind the brand […]
Funky Handcrafted Topwater Lures in Japan
In the fishing world, there is a segment of handmade tackles. I am sure that some of you have ever thought about carving your own lures out of balsa wood. The Japanese lure market is no exception. There are literally hundreds of lure builders (leisure builders and professionals.) Along the course, you need to remember […]
The Gigantic Squid Fishing in Japan
The squid is one of the popular fish in Japan, not only as a nice Japanese food ingredient but also a target.of fishing. It is said that there are about 140 species of squid around Japan. One of the biggest species is Taru-ika (literally, Taru for barrels and Ika for squid, “Barrel squid,” Thysanoteuthis rhombus.) […]
Fuji Guide, Icon of High Quality Rods
“Fuji Guide” You may have seen it on the tag hanging on your rods. The rod with the tags is equipped with the highest quality line guides, made by the company called Fuji Kogyo Co., Ltd. Fuji Kogyo is a Japanese company, which has revolutionized the fishing rods with innovation on line guides. This article […]
How to Make Bamboo Poles in Japan
Before the graphite rod was invented by Dr. Arthour M. Howald, of Sakespeare Company, in 1947, the bamboo was the major materials for fishing rods. In the other side of the world, it was the same that the rod was made by bamboo. However the characteristics of bamboo rod in the west and in Asia […]