Smelt fishing beginners guide! Tools, belongings, gimmicks, fishing tips & popular tour rankings
On this page, we will introduce the outdoor leisure activities that can be enjoyed as a winter tradition in Japan. Smelt fishing (smelt fishing) Close-up on ”!
Types of fishing gear and gimmicks, belongings and clothes, fishing tips and bait, etc... Thorough introduction of charm and basic knowledge for smelt fishing beginners To do.
Yamanashi, Yamanakako, Hokkaido, Nagano, etc. Smelt fishing for the first time at famous places and spots scattered all over Japan Please enjoy!
table of contents
- 1 What is smelt fishing?
- 2 Smelt fishing on ice and dome boat smelt fishing
- 3 Time and season for smelt fishing
- 4 Smelt fishing method and tips
- 5 smelt fishing tools
- 6 Clothing and belongings for smelt fishing
- 7 A place where you can experience smelt fishing
- 8 Smelt fishing experience tour reservation popularity ranking
- 9 Editorial department recommended feature articles
What is smelt fishing?
First of all" What is smelt fishing? ” will be explained briefly.
Smelt fishing is a cold-water fish that mainly inhabits inner bays and lakes. A fishing event that catches "smelt (public fish)" with bait and lures (artificial bait) is one of
Smelt is a small fish with a body length of about 15 cm even for large ones, You can hang your fishing line and wait patiently, enjoying the bargaining with your prey. That's the appeal.
In addition, freshly caught smelt You can cook it as tempura or deep-fried and eat it on the spot This is also one of the real pleasures.
Smelt fishing on ice and dome boat smelt fishing
followed by " Types of smelt fishing ” will be explained.
For smelt fishing, you can make a hole in the surface of the frozen lake and enjoy it. Smelt fishing on ice (hole fishing) " and enjoy fishing from a private boat " Dome boat smelt fishing There are two types of ".
" Smelt fishing on ice ” can only be enjoyed in cold regions such as Hokkaido, where the surface of the lake freezes due to the coldness of winter.
on the other hand" Dome boat smelt fishing ” is a common method in many areas such as the Kanto suburbs where the surface of the lake does not freeze even in winter as a play field.
Time and season for smelt fishing
" Can you enjoy smelt fishing all year round? "or" When is smelt season? I think there are many people who have questions such as.
Smelt is mainly from winter to early spring We reach the season when the temperature drops the most in the year It's fish.
Therefore, at many smelt fishing spots, Fishing is lifted from around mid-December until around the end of April You can enjoy smelt fishing.
Part of it is a famous spot for smelt fishing. In Yamanashi Prefecture and Lake Yamanaka, the ban on fishing is lifted from early September every year. Nearby, smelt fishing experience is held until around May.
Smelt fishing method and tips
From here, you should know before actually enjoying smelt fishing Smelt fishing method "or" Tips for catching smelt ” will be explained.
Smelt fishing is Just drop a fishing line on the surface of the lake and catch One of the attractions is the simple fishing style, but there are some points that can be used as tips.
Below, the divide the points into four Let's see.
1. Aim for the bottom of the lake
Wakasagi smelt around the bottom of the lake live in the deep doing.
Drop the fishing line and when the weight touches the bottom of the lake, pull the line about 10 cm from there.
2. Move the fishing rod to lure
with bait While moving the mechanism up and down Invite the smelt to bite into the bait.
The point is to move the fishing rod smoothly with the image of the bait floating in the water like a real creature.
3.Feel the fit and match
A state in which the smelt bites the bait at the tip of the fishing rod. Atari "I feel.
When you feel a delicate "atari", you lift the tip of the fishing rod to match it and "awase".
4. Wind it up as soon as it catches
If "Awase" is successful The fishing line is reeled in at a constant speed. .
Let's fish carefully so that the smelt that bites the bait does not escape.
More than" Basics of smelt fishing "is.
In the smelt fishing experience tour held all over Japan, Lectures on how to fish from the captain and staff They will do it for you.
smelt fishing tools
Next, Tools and goods necessary for enjoying smelt fishing I'm going to introduce you.
Smelt fishing, which is a simple fishing style as mentioned above, You can enjoy fishing gear if you prepare the minimum tools and goods It is characterized by
Below is Basic set of fishing gear for smelt fishing is a list of
Basic goods for smelt fishing
- reel
- line (fishing line)
- fishing rod
- Weight
- Mechanism (needle)
- bait
- lure
- Such
At fishing gear stores and internet shops, A starter set for beginners that includes all necessary fishing gear are also on sale.
In addition, in the smelt fishing experience tours held at sightseeing spots, these Tools and goods can often be rented, so it is possible to participate empty-handed. is.
Clothing and belongings for smelt fishing
" What should I bring for smelt fishing? "or" What kind of clothes do you like? There are many things you don't understand when you experience smelt fishing for the first time.
Basically, smelt fishing grounds are cold, so Cold protection '' as well as `` windbreak "or" waterproof is important to be aware of.
Below, to enjoy smelt fishing, " Necessary belongings and clothes other than a set of fishing gear ” will be listed.
smelt fishing outfit
- ski wear and snowboard wear
- fleece or inner down
- knit hat
- tights or leggings
- neck warmer
- thick socks
- snow boots
- gloves
- Such
such as skis and snowboards Warm clothing for winter sports is based on.
Also, in the case of outdoors where there is no heater (heater) installed, in addition to the above clothes and belongings Cold protection goods such as disposable body warmers should be prepared.
A place where you can experience smelt fishing
" Where can you experience smelt fishing? "Isn't there a lot of people looking for a place where the smelt fishing experience tour is held?
From here, based on Activity Japan's latest reservation data " Smelt fishing experience reservation popular prefecture ranking ” will be introduced.
Represented by various places in "Hokkaido" and "Yamanashi / Lake Yamanaka" Smelt fishing for the first time at popular spots all over the country Please enjoy!
Smelt fishing experience reservation popular prefecture ranking
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The first place
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Lake Yamanaka/Oshino (Yamanashi) |
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2nd place
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Sapporo (Hokkaido) |
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3rd place
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Hakodate/Onuma/Matsumae (Hokkaido) |
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4th place
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Azumino/Omachi (Nagano) |
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5th place
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Nozawa, Kijimadaira, Akiyamago, Madarao, Kurohime (Nagano) |
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6th place
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Furano/Biei/Tomamu (Hokkaido) |
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7th place
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Urabandai/Bandai Plateau (Fukushima) |
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8th place
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Ishikari/Sorachi/Chitose (Hokkaido) |
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9th place
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Shiretoko/Abashiri/Kitami (Hokkaido) |
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10th place
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Nagano/Togakushi/Obuse (Nagano) |
Yamanashi / Lake Yamanaka is the most popular!
It can be said that one of the most popular smelt fishing spots in Japan is " Yamanashi/Lake Yamanaka "is.
At Lake Yamanaka, while looking up at Mt. Fuji, a symbol of Japan that is registered as a World Heritage Site, Dome boat smelt fishing ” can be enjoyed.
From September to April every year It is held for a long time and is easily accessible from central Tokyo. This is also the reason why smelt fishing at Lake Yamanaka is gaining popularity.
Hokkaido is famous for smelt fishing on ice!
Known as a famous spot for winter sports such as skiing and snowboarding Hokkaido ”.
In Hokkaido, you can enjoy hole fishing by making a hole in the surface of the frozen lake, which is rare even in Japan. Smelt fishing on ice ” is being held.
Popular as a travel destination Sapporo "or" Hakodate/Onuma/Matsumae ” and other experience tour plans held in the surrounding area are particularly popular.
Smelt fishing experience tour reservation popularity ranking
Finally, based on Activity Japan's latest reservation data " Smelt fishing experience tour reservation popularity ranking ” will be introduced.
Please use the contents of the experience plan such as the venue and fee (price), as well as the reputation based on reviews and word-of-mouth experiences, to help you compare and consider plan selection.
- 4.6
- (46 reviews and testimonials)
★ Don't lose to Corona! ★ Implement your own GOTO discount! The discount rate is 35%, usually 8,000 yen/person → 5,200 yen/person after discount! [Hokkaido support coupons are also available. ] You can enjoy ice smelt fishing, a winter tradition, in Sapporo ♪ Why not enjoy it with your family, friends, lovers or colleagues? winter north
- 4.7
- (65 reviews and testimonials)
How about smelt fishing on a small dome boat that does not require a boat license? It can be reserved for a small number of people, so you can relax and enjoy it at your own pace. The small dome ship has an engine, so you can move freely and easily! You can fish at any point you like. You can enjoy fishing comfortably without wind, rain and snow. As a measure to prevent corona infection 1. Temperature measurement at reception and boarding name
[Yamanashi/Lake Yamanaka] Smelt fishing experience plan on a dome ship! (includes rod and equipment)
- 4.6
- (16 reviews and testimonials)
Let's go smelt fishing at Lake Yamanaka! It is a course that includes a hand-rolled rental rod and a set-up. * A separate 100 yen feed fee will be charged locally. You can enjoy up to 6 hours from 7:00 to 13:00. Please apply for your desired boarding time when making a reservation (you can disembark at your favorite time locally). We are implementing the following corona measures.・Inspection before boarding
- 3.8
- (57 reviews and testimonials)
★Fishing gear and bait are also included! Why don't you enjoy smelt fishing without bringing anything on a comfortable dome boat equipped with heating and a toilet? * From September 1, 2022, there is a notification from the Dome Ship Council, and the return time will be until 14:00. If you would like to cook the smelt you caught, we will introduce you to a nearby restaurant where you can cook it.
[Yamanashi/Lake Yamanaka] Smelt fishing comfortably with a solar power dome ship!
- 4.7
- (14 reviews and testimonials)
Dome boat smelt fishing plan! Lake Yamanaka's first latest multi-purpose ship "solar power dome ship" Rain, snow and cold are OK! It is fully heated, so it is not cold, and there is a toilet, so everyone from children to women and the elderly can enjoy smelt fishing with peace of mind. Since it's fishing, I think it's good to join from 7:00 when you arrive at 6:40, but from what time to what time you want.
- 4.2
- (38 reviews and testimonials)
For corona measures, you can rest assured that each time is reserved for one group! ! (*Weekdays only) Speaking of winter, this is it! Why don't you experience smelt fishing while watching Mt.Fuji? It's a dome ship, so the cold is hesitant! You can have fun and experience it! If you want to catch a lot of smelt, we recommend going in the morning! Smelt can be caught best in the morning, so if you come in the morning, you can enjoy it even more!
Safe and complete charter! Free rental! Nice pet OK! Smelt fishing 3 hours experience plan
- 3.7
- (6 reviews and testimonials)
It is a plan where you can experience smelt fishing safely and securely. It is a 3-hour experience plan for 2 to 8 people. Since it is a charter, pets can also board. We thoroughly clean and disinfect after rental.You can enjoy stress-free in the warm ship with heating. It will be a plan without a toilet. toilet
[Yamanashi/Lake Yamanaka] Let's fish smelt on a shiny and beautiful dome ship!
- 5.0
- (2 reviews and testimonials)
We have introduced a new smelt fishing dome boat at Lake Yamanaka. Let's go smelt fishing on a shiny and beautiful dome boat!
- 4.4
- (6 reviews and testimonials)
Drill a hole in the frozen lake and set a device! With just this, all you have to do is pull the string after biting. Leave the troublesome drilling, baiting, setting of gimmicks, etc. to the guide! If you learn a little trick, even beginners and children can feel free to experience it! After catching it, fry it on the spot and make it into tempura! Freshly fried and piping hot on the spot you caught is the best!
- 3.2
- (10 reviews and testimonials)
Speaking of Lake Yamanaka, winter "smelt fishing"! Wakasagi fishing while looking at the superb view of Mt. Fuji is exceptional. Every year, you can enjoy it from mid-September to around April. From February to March, the eggs are incubating and fat, so you can catch the most delicious smelt. You can use it in a group with peace of mind. *
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