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2026-05-06Keiryu 39 – Blue The Blue River is a beautiful mountain stream born near the Continental Divide. Fed by Colorado snowmelt, it flows through two reservoirs before eventually joining the Colorado River. The Upper Blue is smaller, tighter, and exactly the kind of water where a 12.8 ft Keiryu rod shines. Longer than a typical tenkara rod, the Keiryu 39 gives you extra reach, better line control, and more ways to fish. Nymphs.Dry-dropper rigs.Swinging wet flies.Single dry flies. One compact mountain stream.One versatile fixed-line rod. Keiryu 39 – Blue is built for this kind of water. [...] Read more...
2026-05-01Introducing the NINJA Honryu FM 71 – San Juan. At 7.1 m / 23 ft, this Honryu rod is a great choice for novice to intermediate Honryu anglers who want more reach, better drift control, and a more direct connection to the fish. With a fixed line from the tip of the FM 71, you can drift 35–45 ft away while keeping the line off the water. That means less drag, a cleaner presentation, and more control. Keep the line tight and you can feel the strike directly — or track every subtle movement through your sighters. And at only 7 oz, the FM 71 is light enough to cast all day without wearing out your arm. Available now on Amazon and at the NINJA online store, backed by our “No Questions Asked” solid warranty. Long reach. Clean drift. Direct strike. #NINJAFlyFishing #Honryu #FixedLineFishing #Tenkara #Keiryu #FlyFishing #EuroNymphing #Nymphing #TroutFishing #FlyFishingLife #SanJuan #JapaneseFishingRods [...] Read more...
2026-04-2610 years ago, we introduced NINJA Indicators — and we’re still so grateful for everyone who has fished with them over the years! In this video, Jimi O explains the advantages of NINJA Indicators, along with a few disadvantages, so you can decide when and how to use them best. [...] Read more...
2026-04-14The NINJA Keiryu 53 – South Platte gives you more reach than the Keiryu 44, while still maintaining a lightweight feel that is comfortable for one-handed use. At 17.4 ft (5.3 m) and only 4.7 oz, this rod offers an impressive balance of length, control, and fishability. The added reach makes it especially effective for covering short-, medium-, and longer-range drifts with precision. Compared to the Keiryu 44, the Keiryu 53 gives you greater reach and more flexibility across a wider range of water. At the same time, it still preserves the key advantages that make Keiryu rods so effective: direct line control, precise drift adjustment, improved strike detection, and a more connected fight with the fish. For anglers looking for a lightweight rod that can extend presentation range while staying responsive and manageable, the NINJA Keiryu 53 – South Platte is a very capable choice. [...] Read more...
2026-04-14The NINJA Keiryu 44 – Fryingpan is a 14.4 ft (4.4 m) fixed-line rod that offers an impressive balance of reach, control, and lightness. At only 3 oz, it feels remarkably easy to handle with one hand, yet it still gives you the extra length needed to cover feeding lanes and drift water that are often out of reach for other anglers. That combination makes this rod especially appealing for anglers who want more reach without stepping into a much heavier setup. Compared to longer Honryu rods, the Keiryu 44 is more approachable and easier to manage, making it a strong option for beginner to intermediate anglers learning the fixed-line method. At the same time, it still delivers the core advantages that make this style of fishing so effective: direct line control, precise drifts, better strike detection, and a more connected feel during the fight. For anglers looking for a lightweight rod that can extend presentation range while keeping the system simple and responsive, the NINJA Keiryu 44 – Fryingpan is a very practical and capable choice. [...] Read more...
2026-04-09Honryu / Keiryu — see the strike before you feel it. We rely on sighters to detect even the lightest takes. With a Honryu rod reaching far beyond a typical Euro nymphing setup, your drift extends 10–20 ft farther out. That extra distance changes everything. Standard Euro sighters become hard to track with the naked eye. Longer rod. Longer drift. So we adapt — and stay connected to every subtle strike. Any bright yarn works — visibility is everything. Keep it simple, keep it visible. In Japan, anglers get creative. A friend of mine even cuts a thin white plastic shopping bag into small strips (about 2” × 0.5”) and uses that as a sighter. [...] Read more...
2026-04-06NINJA Keiryu rods feature our Range Change System — built right into the rod. Adjust between three lengths on the water. Go longer when you need reach. Go shorter when fishing tight and close. Most of the time, I fish at medium or short length — then extend it when it’s time to land a fish. There’s no “right” way to use it. Dial it in to match your style. [...] Read more...
2026-04-01Nick Benik — fly tyer, photographer, and a true artist behind the lens — put together an incredible video featuring NINJA Fly Fishing. His photography is next level. Sharp, raw, and full of the kind of detail that makes you stop and watch twice. We spent an epic day on the Middle Colorado River with Tyler Boroff, chasing fish and making the most of every drift. Nick captured the feel of the day perfectly. If you love fly fishing, strong visuals, and the soul of the river, this is one you’ll want to watch. Nick’s YouTube channel, R&D Fly Fishinghttps://www.youtube.com/@RnDFlyFishing Follow Nick’s instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/photographicflytyer/ [...] Read more...
2026-03-14How to attach sighters to your line In this video, I’ll show you how to attach sighters to your line and explain why they are so important when fishing with a Honryu or Keiryu rod. Sighters help you not only detect strikes, but also keep track of where your line is during the drift. Unlike tenkara rods, Honryu and Keiryu rods are quite long. For example, a 7-meter Honryu rod is over 21 feet long, and when you add a line of similar length attached to the rod tip, your drift can easily be 30 feet away from you or more. That means your line is often far enough away that it can be difficult to see and control without a visual reference. About half of the strikes can be felt directly through the line, because the line often stays fairly tight during the drift. The other half are detected visually by watching the line or the sighters. If the line stops, hesitates, or shows any unnatural movement in the drift, that’s the moment to set the hook. I like to keep the sighter about 1 to 2 feet above the water’s surface. That way, I can make micro-adjustments to the drift depth — 6 inches deeper, 6 inches shallower, 12 inches deeper, 12 inches shallower, and so on. I also like to use two or three different colors for my sighters. For example, I might arrange them red, green, and white from top to bottom. From my experience, when I use red as the bottom sighter, fish sometimes come up and strike at it. It seems that fish may be especially attracted to red, so I usually prefer to use green or white for the bottom sighter instead. [...] Read more...
2026-03-14The second way to connect a line to Honryu / Keiryu rod is by using a slip knot, or cowboy knot. This method works especially well if your Honryu rod has a metal tip instead of a lillian. Since the metal tip has a narrow groove for the line, there often isn’t enough space for the doubled line made by the chichiwa knot. That’s why the slip knot can be a better option. [...] Read more...
2026-03-14How to connect a line to the Honryu rod In this video, I’ll show you two simple ways to connect a line to the Honryu rod. The first way is by using a chichiwa knot. Chichiwa knot is a fixed loop knot.You make a loop with a double figure-eight knot and attach it to the rod tip. It’s simple, quick, and very easy to do. The second way is by using a slip knot, or cowboy knot. This method works especially well if your Honryu rod has a metal tip instead of a lillian top. Since the metal tip has a narrow groove for the line, there often isn’t enough space for the doubled line made by the chichiwa knot. That’s why the slip knot can be a better option. [...] Read more...
2025-01-01Hi NinjaOne of our NINJA Pros, Tyler Boroff, has spent many seasons refining and perfecting his own nymph leader system. Now, Tyler is generously sharing his secret formula with you! For Finesse size NINJA indicatorButt section : 4ft 10lb Amnesia or MonoMain section : 7ft 8lb Fluorocarbon with 1mm Tippet ringTippet section : 5~7x Fluorocarbon tippet material as long as you need For Extra small – Medium size NINJA indicatorButt section : 3ft 12lb Amnesia or MonoMain section : 8ft 10lb Fluorocarbon with 1-2mm Tippet ringTippet section : 5~7x Fluorocarbon tippet material as long as you need For Large size NINJA indicatorButt section : 4ft 15lb Amnesia or MonoMain section : 8ft 12lb Fluorocarbon with 1-2mm Tippet ringTippet section : 5~7x Fluorocarbon tippet material as long as you need When you’re ready to build your own leader system for nymphing, feel free to follow Tyler’s secret formula. Good luck, and happy fishing! You can check NINJA Indicators here! [...] Read more...
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Honryu Sighters These high-visibility sighters make it easier to track your line and detect subtle strikes when fishing the Honryu system. The contrasting colors remain easy to see against changing water, light, and background conditions, helping you monitor drift speed, depth, and line movement. Simple, lightweight, and sensitive, they provide excellent visual strike detection without interfering with the natural presentation of the fly.
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Introducing the NINJA Honryu FM 62 - Colorado. At 6.2 m / 20 ft, the Honryu FM 62 is an excellent rod for euro nymphing and tight-line techniques. With its long reach, you can keep most of your line off the water, reducing drag and allowing your flies to drift more naturally through the current. Better rod control helps you slow down the drift, stay connected, and detect more strikes. A cleaner drift means more fish. Precise your drift with Honryu style.
Honryu FM 62 – Colorado by NINJA Fly Fishing #fishing #honryu #keiryu #tenkara #flyfishing
Keiryu 39 – Blue The Blue River is a beautiful mountain stream born near the Continental Divide. Fed by Colorado snowmelt, it flows through two reservoirs before eventually joining the Colorado River. The Upper Blue is smaller, tighter, and exactly the kind of water where a 12.8 ft Keiryu rod shines. Longer than a typical tenkara rod, the Keiryu 39 gives you extra reach, better line control, and more ways to fish. Nymphs. Dry-dropper rigs. Swinging wet flies. Single dry flies. One compact mountain stream. One versatile fixed-line rod. Keiryu 39 – Blue is built for this kind of water. #keiryu #honryu #flyfishing #tenkara #fishing
Keiryu 39 – Blue by NINJA Fly Fishing
Introducing the NINJA Honryu FM 71 - San Juan. At 7.1 m / 23 ft, this Honryu rod is a great choice for novice to intermediate Honryu anglers who want more reach, better drift control, and a more direct connection to the fish. With a fixed line from the tip of the FM 71, you can drift 35–45 ft away while keeping the line off the water. That means less drag, a cleaner presentation, and more control. Keep the line tight and you can feel the strike directly — or track every subtle movement through your sighters. And at only 7 oz, the FM 71 is light enough to cast all day without wearing out your arm. Available now on Amazon and at the NINJA online store, backed by our “No Questions Asked” solid warranty. Long reach. Clean drift. Direct strike #fishing #honryu #keiryu #flyfishing #tenkara
The NINJA Honryu FM 71 – San Juan
10 years ago, we introduced NINJA Indicators — and we’re still so grateful for everyone who has fished with them over the years! In this video, Jimi O explains the advantages of NINJA Indicators, along with a few disadvantages, so you can decide when and how to use them best. #flyfishing #nymphfishing
NINJA Indicators – Drag coefficient
The NINJA Keiryu 44 – Fryingpan is a 14.4 ft (4.4 m) fixed-line rod designed for anglers who want extended reach without sacrificing lightweight handling. At just 3 oz, the rod is light enough for comfortable one-handed use, while still giving you the length needed to target feeding lanes and drift zones that are often out of range for other anglers. Compared to longer Honryu rods, Keiryu rods offer a more approachable platform for beginner to intermediate anglers developing fixed-line skills. The shorter overall length makes them easier to manage, while still delivering the key advantages of the system: direct line control, precise drift adjustment, improved strike detection, and a more connected fight with the fish. If you want a rod that helps you improve presentation, extend your reach, and experience trout with maximum direct contact, the NINJA Keiryu 44 – Fryingpan is a highly capable tool on the water. #keiryu #honryu #flyfishing #tenkara #fishing
Keiryu 44 – Fryingpan by NINJA Fly Fishing
Honryu / Keiryu — see the strike before you feel it. We rely on sighters to detect even the lightest takes. With a Honryu rod reaching far beyond a typical Euro nymphing setup, your drift extends 10–20 ft farther out. That extra distance changes everything. Standard Euro sighters become hard to track with the naked eye. Longer rod. Longer drift. So we adapt — and stay connected to every subtle strike. Any bright yarn works — visibility is everything. Keep it simple, keep it visible. In Japan, anglers get creative. A friend of mine even cuts a thin white plastic shopping bag into small strips (about 2” × 0.5”) and uses that as a sighter.
How to attach the sighters – Honryu・Keiryu method #honryu #keiryu #flyfishing #tenkara
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