Category
Fishing
Mountain and LandFishing
Japan has a rich fishing history, mostly focused on fishing in the open seas for tuna and other tasty fish you find at the countless sushi shops around the country. However, Japan anglers will find plenty of options for lure fishing in lakes, fly fishing in rivers and coastal headwaters and other traditional methods for fishing in Japan. Explore the still waters, deep waters and fast flowing waters in Japan for your next catch.
Japan Angler
Better Off in the Bay
I’m sitting in a pub near Shinagawa Station, sipping a pint, when a slightly inebriated gentleman with an unmistakable Geordi...
Fishing
The Last Fish I Ever Have to Catch
It was like waking up from a dream. Three decades of fishing flashed before me as I looked over the rail and locked eyes with the...
Adventure Travel
Outdoors on the Cheap
During tough times, and Japan has seen its fair share recently, people have a tendency to tighten their belts or stay indoors. Ye...
Japan Angler
The Simplest Things
Golden Week this year was pretty solemn. So many people I know decided to refrain from any leisure activity out of consideration ...
Fishing
Becoming a Fly Guy
As a general rule, I take an open-minded approach to life, giving any new experience a fair chance to impress me. Then again, I’m...
Japan Angler
Perfect Luck
I don’t understand perfectionists. In my world when something goes down perfectly, it always seems incidental. Some might disagre...
High Tide
Treasure Island (Takara-jima)
A pleasantly cool breeze, the sound of transparent water flowing by, outside the strong rays of a hot sun beat down. Moving furth...
Japan Angler
Taking a Moment to “Take it All In”
Most people never think of game fishing as an adventure sport. Yet for some anglers there is no great thrill, and they’ll travel ...