Jigging

Japanese micro jigging techniques

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Yamamoto Hiroto

October 9, 2023

The Japanese invented micro jigs, and have also developed some specific techniques for fishing them. These little lures are deadly in NZ waters, particularly on snapper. Check out this great technique instruction, it's in Japanese but has full subtitles.

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