A complete tenkara set including our newest rod. The Ukiyo™ is an ultra-compact small-stream tenkara rod. Measuring just under 15 inches when collapsed, with a weight of under 2 ounces. Rod includes a case and woven sock. The starter kit comes with a Keeper™, 11'6" Nylon Tapered Line, 3 tenkara flies, a spool of tippet, forceps and nippers. Everything you need to tenkara fish, except for a fishing license and water.
1% of the sale value of this item will be donated to conservation efforts.
A complete tenkara set including our newest rod. The UKIYO™ is an ultra-compact small-stream tenkara rod, measuring just under 15 inches when collapsed, with a weight of under 2 ounces. Rod includes a case and woven sock. The Tenkara Kit includes the Tenkara USA Keeper, a 11'6" Nylon Tapered Line, three (3) tenkara flies, a spool of tippet, forceps and nippers and a nice mesh bag to carry it all.
Specs
Spec: 9.8 ft
Adjustable: No
Weight: 2 ounces
Closed Length: 14.5 inches
Open Length: 9.8 ft
Handle Length: Integral Handle
Segments: 10
Finish: Blue
Best Use:
- Backpacking
- Trout 18" Or Less
- Smaller or Pan
- Small-Med Water
Supporting our Planet
Tenkara USA® is the only Japanese fly fishing rod company committed to donating at least 1% of its sales to organizations that care for fish habitat.For every tenkara rod sold by Tenkara USA®, an average of $14 goes toward benefiting trout habitat.
Our lightest & most-compact tenkara rod, the UKIYO™ redefines what it means for a rod to be adventure-ready.
Streamlined for adventure
Designed for the angler on-the-go. The UKIYO™, at just 14.5 inches collapsed and weighing a mere 2 ounces, redefines portability without sacrificing performance.
Unparalleled sensitivity
Elevate your fishing experience with our new graphite swell grip. This innovative handle, paired with premium high-modulus graphite, provides a level of sensitivity that brings you closer to the water and the fish.
Convenience reimagined
The UKIYO™ features our patented “Keep-your-plug” system, previously reserved for only our adjustable rods. It’s all about convenience, ensuring you never misplace your rod plug when your mind is focused on the water.
Optimized for Small-Stream Adventures
The UKIYO™ excels in narrow, intimate waters, offering unparalleled control and precision. It's your ideal partner for stealthy, mindful fishing.
The UKIYO™ is the lightest and most compact rod we've ever designed, and our first rod built with an integrated graphite swell grip for unparalleled sensitivity.
Our newly-designed, ultra-lightweight graphite swell grip doesn't just provide enhanced control, but is also more comfortable in hand for hours alongside the stream.
"The best light rod I have used. Love the balance and feel of the rod. Able to handle 14" fish. Great compact size."
DAN PIERCE, TENKARA ANGLER.
"I was happy to find the Ukiyo cast surprisingly smooth for the number of short segments and had an overall consistent flex. I cast 3.5 level line ranging from 7-16 feet with no issues. But most importantly it hooked, played, and landed the 6-10 inch wild brook trout I target in fast moving mountain streams!"
Michael Agneta, TENKARA ANGLER.
"The textured and circumference of the “swell” grip in no way draws attention away from one’s fishing experience. I fished the Ukiyo on two separate outings, first on a small blue line for wild rainbow trout, then on a somewhat larger (but still tight) stream for stocked browns, rainbows, and brookies"
I like using my tenkara gear to catch:Smaller size fish (say 8-12" / 20-30cm), Medium size fish (12-16" / 30-40cm), Trout
I like using my tenkara rod in:Very small streams, Stillwater
Small spring creeks
The Ukiyo is delightful. It’s light as a feather and casts furled line like a dream. I haven’t tried it with level line because I fish mostly with furled on all my Tenkara rods. This rod is exceptional!
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G. Brown (Denver, US)
I like using my tenkara gear to catch:Smaller size fish (say 8-12" / 20-30cm)
I like using my tenkara rod in:Mountain streams
High elevation streams in the Colorado mountains
This rod looks and feels great. Unfortunately we are in the middle of high water runoff right now and the wind has been blowing for weeks, so conditions have not been good for this type of fishing.
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Thomas Walkington (Edina, US)
I like using my tenkara gear to catch:Smaller size fish (say 8-12" / 20-30cm)
I like using my tenkara rod in:Very small streams
I have yet to fish with it because I had a problem closing the rod. I didn't close it correctly and it jammed up. After disassembling the rod, I was not able to "unjam" the the sections. With a phone call to Tenkara and excellent advice, it was determined that the sections could not be unjammed. Tenkara is graciously sending me the replacement sections. I look forward to getting them and getting out on the water with the UKIYO
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Gerald Hunsaker (Salt Lake City, US)
I like using my tenkara gear to catch:Smaller size fish (say 8-12" / 20-30cm)
I like using my tenkara rod in:Mountain streams, Stillwater
It's been to windy since I got it to use
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Paul Stonehouse (Cullowhee, US)
I like using my tenkara gear to catch:Smaller size fish (say 8-12" / 20-30cm)
I like using my tenkara rod in:Very small streams
Tight Rhododendron-lined streams in NC
While I could go on about TenkaraUSAs quality gear and robust warranty commitments, I’d like to speak to their customer service. Work with TJ for the past decade has been a dream. TJ’s been positive, kind, fair, and prompt in very instance I’ve reached out. Honestly, this is a major reason for my long-term commitment to the company.
