June 16, 2011 |
About tenkara, Japan, Tenkara Nets |
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Early this week I looked at my calendar and Wednesday was a free day – I have been busier on this trip than I had ever imagined. So, I decided to revisit the tamo shops a...
May 29, 2011 |
Japan |
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I know, I know – I promised to write a bunch while on my “sabbatical” in Japan, and I haven’t been delivering. I have been fishing though. I have fished...
March 12, 2011 |
Tenkara, Tenkara Nets |
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You certainly heard about the tragic earthquake and tsunami that swept through Japan. I’m relieved to report that our tenkara teachers, friends and family are okay, but...
March 8, 2011 |
Tenkara, Tenkara Nets |
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It has been a while since I last posted something on tenkara nets. So, I thought I’d give you an update on nets that I have recently finished. Also, be on the lookout this...
July 30, 2010 |
Tenkara |
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Today I completed my first own tenkara net. It’s made of one manzanita branch, found after much looking and worked on for over a month. The end of the handle features a deer...
July 20, 2010 |
Tenkara, Tenkara Nets |
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I have been having tons of fun searching for the appropriate branches and then embarking on the adventure of making my own tenkara tamo (tenkara nets). As stated, I have fallen in...
June 29, 2010 |
Tenkara, Tenkara Nets |
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I told you, I have fallen in love with the simple, organic elegance of tenkara nets. Though I have very little experience with wood work, I have decided to embark on the journey...
June 17, 2010 |
Tenkara, Tenkara Gear, Tenkara Nets |
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I have absolutely fallen in love with tenkara nets (tenkara tamo in Japanese). As I got to see many examples up close, and learn about how they are made, and about their design,...