Rods

Olympic (Graphiteleader) breaks down all 5 JDM solid tip types — S, HS, HS+, TS, GS — the ultimate rod selection guide for serious anglers.

Tenryu Brigade Tobari 2026: two new Ika Metal rods with glass tips that let you SEE bites you'd normally miss. JDM spec breakdown inside.

G-TEC CrossSensitive XSS-77ML+ PowerFinesseSpin drops Sept 1, 2026 — one JDM rod to rule eging, rockfish, seabass & more. Don't sleep on this.

Jackson's Trout Signal Area rods launch in 2026 — premium Fuji guides, insane value at ¥16,500. The best JDM area trout rod you can buy right now.

Major Craft Rock Liver 7G RV7-782M drops late August 2026 — Japan's top rockfish expert reveals the ultimate summer light rock setup.

Shimano's iconic Nessa XR gets a full 2026 model change! New blanks, guides & grip tech redefine JDM surf fishing. 5 models, zero compromise.

Tenryu lets you build your own JDM rod at their Japan factory — and you KEEP it. The ultimate Made-in-Japan experience for tackle obsessives.