{"title":"Tenkara Gear for Big Fish","description":"Tenkara rods are capable of landing pretty large fish. We have seen 29-inch pike, 7-lb bass, salmon, carp, and everything in between being caught on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tenkarausa.sbs\/collections\/tenkara-rods\" title=\"Tenkara Rods\"\u003eour tenkara rods\u003c\/a\u003e. And this is the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tenkarausa.sbs\/collections\" title=\"Shop Premium Fly Fishing Gear \u0026amp; Accessories\"\u003etenkara gear\u003c\/a\u003e we recommend if you're often after large fish. But as we say, the best tenkara rod to catch large fish is the rod you have with you. While the rods on the page are the ones we recommend as they will make landing larger fish easier, all rods in the Tenkara USA lineup are strong carbon fiber rods. Large fish will be more a test of your feel for how to play a fish than a test of the rods themselves.","products":[{"product_id":"tenkara-line-keeper","title":"The Keeper™","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eKeep your tenkara setup organized, compact, and ready to fish.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Keeper™ is Tenkara USA’s minimalist line-management solution, designed to store two tenkara lines or one line plus tippet, with an integrated compartment for a few flies. Its compact design helps prevent tangles, keeps your essentials together, and makes it easy to move from trail to water without carrying extra gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for anglers who want to keep their setup simple, the Keeper is our most popular line holder and an easy addition to any tenkara kit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eU.S. Patent #: 9955679\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/7710\/7552\/files\/1PercentPlanet-GrayLogo-500px_160x160.png?v=1599582007\" alt=\"1% For The Planet Logo Gray\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e1% of the sale value of this item will be donated to conservation efforts.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenkara USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32219517911136,"sku":"753182268149","price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/7710\/7552\/files\/Thumbnails_TheKeeper.jpg?v=1706637554"},{"product_id":"fishing-tippet-tenkara","title":"Tippet (5X)","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTippet is the thin clear fishing line that goes between your main \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tenkarausa.sbs\/collections\/tenkara-lines\" title=\"Tenkara Lines\"\u003etenkara line\u003c\/a\u003e (which is necessary for casting) and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tenkarausa.sbs\/collections\/tenkara-flies\" title=\"Tenkara Flies\"\u003eyour fly\u003c\/a\u003e. We carry standard fly-fishing tippet, which can be used for tenkara and fly-fishing in general\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much tippet should be used for tenkara?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn tenkara, we typically add 4 feet (1.2 meters) of tippet to the end of our main tenkara line. But, anywhere from 3 to 6 feet (1 to 2 meters) is acceptable. The shorter length tippet is handy in smaller and tighter streams. When you cut tippet off you can keep using it even if it is a bit on the short side like 3 feet. Something like 5feet (1.7m) can be handy in places with very clear and calmer water to give additional distance between the line and the fly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat diameter \/ strength tippet?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5X, which is equivalent to roughly 5lb (2.5kg) in test strength is the recommended rating of tippet for tenkara. This allows you to break off the tippet if caught in deep snags or high trees, with a lower chance of breaking the rod. We currently only carry 5X tippet, which is what we use. 4X tippet can be used if specifically targeting larger fish. We do not recommend using tippet stronger than 4x (roughly 6lbs \/3KG) as anything stronger is very difficult to break off with the rod if needed. And, due to the great presentation tenkara allows, we do not believe thinner tippet (\u0026lt;5x) is necessary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blog.tenkarausa.sbs\/myportfolio\/qr1-settingup-rigging-tenkara\/\" title=\"Learn the knots used in tenkara\"\u003eLearn the knots used in tenkara \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"1% For The Planet Logo Gray\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/7710\/7552\/files\/1PercentPlanet-GrayLogo-500px_160x160.png?v=1599582007\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e1% of the sale value of this item will be donated to conservation efforts.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenkara USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32239800352864,"sku":"56-5X","price":7.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/7710\/7552\/files\/Thumbnails_Tippet_5X_e16ebb0f-7ff9-4eee-af9d-3b7bc627702b.jpg?v=1706640039"},{"product_id":"tenkara-fly-oki-kebari","title":"Oki™ Kebari (size 8, 3 flies)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany tenkara anglers in Japan favor larger tenkara flies, even for trout in mountain streams. With faster flowing waters, larger flies give fish a good opportunity to see it and the potential high calorie intake is too much for them to resist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eParticularly effective in fast water, or when the bugs are bigger, this size of tenkara fly should be in every tenkara angler's fly box. The \u003cem\u003eOki Kebari \u003c\/em\u003e(literally \"Big Fly\") is a pattern developed by Tenkara USA® founder, Daniel Galhardo. It combines several attributes from tenkara flies he's learned from different teachers: larger size, soft hackle and peacock herl collar on a barbless hook. The forward-facing hackle also ensures a very lively fly underwater. This tenkara fly can be a very effective \"secret weapon\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSold in size 8. Three flies.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Tenkara USA® flies are tied on barbless hooks.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/7710\/7552\/files\/1PercentPlanet-GrayLogo-500px_160x160.png?v=1599582007\" alt=\"1% For The Planet Logo Gray\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e1% of the sale value of this item will be donated to conservation efforts.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenkara USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32240728473696,"sku":"133","price":7.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/7710\/7552\/files\/Thumbnails_OkiKebari.jpg?v=1706633401"},{"product_id":"tenkara-nylon-tapered-line","title":"Tapered Tenkara Line (Nylon)","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tapered nylon tenkara line casts incredibly easily, has the highest visibility of any of our lines, and does a good job at staying off the water rather than sagging under the rod. It will be a staple in many tenkara anglers' kits, and is our new main recommendation for anyone getting started.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tapered nylon line features a loop to girth-hitch to the rod tip, simplifying that connection. This line is available in two different lengths, 11'6\" or 14'9\". While the line can be cut, it is recommended to be fished at the designed lengths.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe tapered nylon line is our most buoyant option, and may be the best choice for anglers whose situation or fishing style dictate some line be left on the water.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength recommendations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e11'6\" (3.5m) for the rods under 13ft in length and fishing small and mid-size streams. 1% of the sale price of this line will go directly to conservation efforts 14'9\" (4.5m) for rods over 13ft, for fishing mid and large size streams, rivers and lakes and more open waters, and for anglers who desire a longer line even with shorter rods.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e* Please note... shown price is for 1 line only, your choice of size.  The picture of 2 lines is only for showing we sell this line in 2 sizes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Tenkara knots, how to rig your tenkara rod\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.tenkarausa.sbs\/myportfolio\/qr1-settingup-rigging-tenkara\/\"\u003eLearn the knots used in tenkara \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"1% For The Planet Logo (Gray)\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/7710\/7552\/files\/1PercentPlanet-GrayLogo-500px_160x160.png?v=1599582007\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e1% of the sale value of this item will be donated to conservation efforts.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenkara USA","offers":[{"title":"11'6\"","offer_id":32240730734688,"sku":"753182133249","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"14'9\"","offer_id":34468184064163,"sku":"753182133072","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/7710\/7552\/files\/Thumbnails_TaperedTenkaraLines_Nylon.jpg?v=1706634407"},{"product_id":"tenkara-jan-net","title":"Tenkara Just-A-Net","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuilt for anglers who hike further than they cast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tenkara JAN (short for Just-A-Net) was designed with functionality in mind. Its collapsible handle folds down for easy transport. \u003cbr\u003eGone are the days of your net getting hung up as you bushwhack to your secret spot.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the Water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElastic cord + carabiner — clip it to your belt or pack, whichever you prefer, and forget it's there until you need it\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber-coated, fine mesh — gentle on scales and fins, and won't tangle your fly or tippet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra-deep net bag — gives you time to admire your catch while still practicing responsible fish handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinimalist by design. Built to keep up with a one-rod, one-line philosophy — light enough to forget you're carrying it, sturdy enough to trust when it counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd the Tenkara JAN to your kit and fish farther, lighter, and without the hassle of not having a net when you need it most.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/7710\/7552\/files\/1PercentPlanet-GrayLogo-500px_160x160.png?v=1599582007\" alt=\"1% For The Planet Logo (Gray)\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e1% of the sale value of this item will be donated to conservation efforts.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tenkara USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52122708082919,"sku":"TENJANnet","price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/7710\/7552\/files\/Thumbnails_JANNet.jpg?v=1784648451"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/7710\/7552\/collections\/IMG_0189_1_copy.jpg?v=1603218735","url":"https:\/\/tenkarausa.sbs\/collections\/tenkara-gear-for-big-fish.oembed","provider":"Tenkara USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}