Learn of tackles and outfit
for fishing in Hokkaido
We introduce necessary information about outfit, tackles or some other matters which are actually used practically by our guides. Please refer to this. For your safety and pleasure, well preparation is very important.
How to layer
FIRST LAYER: Base Layer
Sometimes called "long underwear," this is the first layer you put on. It should have a close fit that contours to your body to wick moisture away from the body, and thereby keep you warmer.
SECOND LAYER: Fleece
Worn semifitted, this layer is worn over a base layer, and is meant to provide additional warmth and still maintain breathability. It’s also great worn without a base layer, thanks to next-to-skin, brushed softness and different weights and finishes, such as water repellency and wind resistance.
THIRD LAYER: Outerwear
The final layer is a protective shell worn over the base layer and fleece layer. This defends you from the penetrating, chilling effects of wind and water, while still maintaining breathability to wick away the moisture evaporated from your skin by the base layer.
The shell’s ability to guard against moisture is a major consideration - preventing water from soaking through to your skin is ideal not only to optimize your cold-weather comfort and performance, but also to ensure your safety in extreme cold weather.
Temperature monthly average / Celsius
Insulated rainwear "Third layer"
Oct-May
When cold and rain combine it can be a miserable day, especially when you throw some wind in the mix. Under these conditions, insulated rainwear is a must.
Uninsulated rainwear "Third layer"
June-Sept
Uninsulated rainwear is intended for warm climates.
Waist-High Waders "Third layer"
May, June and Sept
Hip waders "Third layer"
Jul and Aug
Chest waders "Third Layer"
Oct-Apr
Waterproof Bibs "Third layer"
For Off shore
Waiding boots
Sandals
Summer, Off shore
About regulations for importing your Waders into Hokkaido Japan
As of 2018, Japan quarantine authorities don’t have regulations to bring felt sole wading boots even Hokkaido’s major industry is dairy farming. If you bring lots of your fishing tools, you might have to explain “these are not for commercial” at customs.
Yellow Tail -Off shore
Fly-fishing
Single-hand #10 -#12 AFTMA +Salt Sinking Fly Line 550 grain + 250yds Backing ( 5G- Super Line ) + Saltwater Fly
Bluefin -Off shore
Fly-fishing
Single-hand #14 AFTMA +Salt Sinking Fly Line 750 grain + 350yds Backing ( 8G- Super Line ) + Saltwater Fly
Ito -Driftboat
Fly-fishing
Single-hand #7 - #9 AFTMA + Type2 - 7 sinking-tip + Wetfly
Trout -Driftboat
Fly-fishing
Single-hand #7 - #9 AFTMA + Type2 - 7 sinking-tip + Wetfly
Trout -Headwater
Fly-fishing
Single-hand #2 - #4 AFTMA + Floating-tip + Dry-fly, micro-wet
Salmon -Wading
Fly-fishing
Single-hand #7 - #9 AFTMA + Floating - Type1( intermediate) tip + Salmon-fly
Two-handed #7 - #10 AFTMA + Floating - Type1( intermediate) tip + Salmon-fly
Trout -Driftboat
Spin-fishing
6ft - 7ft, light - medium-light + 4 - 5lb test monofilament + Hardbaits
Trout -Headwater
Spin-fishing
5ft - 6ft, Ultralight - light + 3 - 4lb test monofilament + Hardbaits
Salmon -Saltwater surf
Spin fishing
8 - 12ft, Medium heavy - Heavy + 20 - 40lb test Super-line + Salmon spoon with float rigs + Squid-skirts + Live-baittrailers (Add a dyed raw squid)
Salmon -Saltwater boat
Spin fishing
8 - 10ft, Medium heavy - Heavy + 20 - 40lb test Super-line + Salmon spoon with float rigs + Squid-skirts + Live-baittrailers (Add a dyed raw squid)