To land a big one, the proper bait, hook, knots, fishing line, rod, and reel need to work together to get the job done. The catfish are out there. But unless you have one of the best catfish reels ...

Japan has the kappa. You’ll be able to spot ... This is what you’ll use for bait when fishing for these mythical critters at the aptly named Kappabuchi Pool in Tono, a city in Iwate prefecture.

Casting reels are the foundation ... the Gen 3 from most other models in our test. The Shimano SLX A 150 is a fantastic baitcasting reel that has been a best-seller since it was first introduced ...

At least six people have been killed by flooding and landslides following record rainfall in the Noto region of Japan, an area still recovering from a powerful earthquake on New Year's Day.

Many Japanese fishing villages are in economic decline due to persistent low catch totals and rapid aging of their workforce, so in an attempt to revitalize these communities, the Japanese government ...

Amazon has the Shimano SLX XT Series 150 6.3:1 Bait Casting Reel (Left) for a low $84.47 Free Shipping. This is normally $129.99, so you save 45% off.

Take a listen to the SPOTV Japanese call of Shohei Ohtani's historic 50th home run of the season against the Marlins ...

Blain Anderson, product manager at Shimano, says crossover freshwater finesse tactics have created a demand for compact spinning reels. “When I’m casting a light lure, a well-balanced spinning reel ...

Use heavier jigs when fishing in deeper waters (200-500 feet). Pro Tip: Vary your jigging speed and depth to match the behavior of the tuna on any given day. Heavy-duty rods and reels are necessary ...