Taper.Design

For people who truly love fishing

As a free spirit, I will craft rods for others from now on—because fly fishing is the very embodiment of freedom.

I believe the strength of this fishing rod has reached a practical level where it can be used for years to come. Wishing you a wonderful life of fishing.

Due to the intense heat of midsummer, production is impossible during the summer months.

Please consider this point and take your time to think about your purchase.

I manufacture each item after receiving your order.

Shipping Information

Your order will be shipped from Japan via Yamato Transport.

For shipments to the United States, UPS handles customs clearance and final delivery.

Tracking information will be provided at the time of shipment.

Shipping is free.

Import duties, taxes, and customs clearance fees are the buyer's responsibility and are not included in the product price or shipping cost. Where applicable, these charges may be collected by the delivery carrier upon delivery.

Each rod is carefully packed in an aluminum case with a custom cloth rod bag.

20260808　A day with a passing summer shower

Rod stories

744 7'4" #4

When I began designing the #4, I started with a length of 7'00". After considering usability, I eventually settled on the current length.

Designed for comfortably targeting large trout at a distance of approximately ０to10 yards.

This model is intended for targeting large trout lurking in small rivers.

The target trout range in size from 0 cm to around 65 cm. There may well be days when the catch is 0 cm.

7105 7'10" #5

The design of the "#5 Model" began with an initial length of approximately 7 feet and evolved through a period of trial and error involving various rod lengths; the 2026 model adopts this specific length.

Designed for use with larger flies at distances within 0to15 yards.

The #5 weight is highly versatile.

The target trout range in size from 0 cm to around 65 cm. There may well be days when the catch is 0 cm.

836 8’3” #6

The development of the #6 model began with the 8'00" version. Among the tapers ranging from 8'1" to 8'6", this is the most interesting model.

897 8’9” #7

While mathematical analysis was employed in the design of the taper, every final decision is backed by an exhaustive amount of time spent on actual fishing and casting tests.

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744 7'4" #4 2pc

This is a strong rod for a #4. It can handle trout in the 65cm class. Medium-fast action.

An aluminum case and a cloth case are included.

You can choose your preferred color for the reel seat.

It features an up-locking design.

Recommended line: WF4F

¥170,000

Limited production

7105 7'10" #5 2pc

For dry fly fishing using large flies.

An aluminum case and a cloth case are included.

You can choose your preferred color for the reel seat.

It features an up-locking design.

Recommended line: WF5F

¥170,000

Limited production

836

8’3” #6

Designed for versatile trout fishing.

Progressive action with a smooth transfer of power.

Handcrafted from Japanese madake bamboo.

An aluminum case and a cloth case are included.

You can choose your preferred color for the reel seat.

Recommended line: WF6

¥200,000

Limited production

897

8’9” #7

A model designed specifically for shooting heads.

Please use a #7 shooting head between 8.7 and 9 meters in length. We recommend a 24lb running line.

An aluminum case and a cloth case are included.

You can choose your preferred color for the reel seat.

¥220,000

Limited production

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Return and Refund Policy

I accept returns of unused items within 7 days of the delivery date.

I do not offer exchanges except for defective items.

Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.

Refunds will be processed within 7 days of receiving the returned item.

Privacy Policy

I have long recognized the importance of personal information and strictly guarantee that such information will never be disclosed to third parties, except for the purpose of shipping products.

For people who truly love fishing

As a free spirit, I will craft rods for others from now on—because fly fishing is the very embodiment of freedom.

I believe the strength of this fishing rod has reached a practical level where it can be used for years to come. Wishing you a wonderful life of fishing.

Due to the intense heat of midsummer, production is impossible during the summer months.

Please consider this point and take your time to think about your purchase.

I manufacture each item after receiving your order.

Shipping Information

Your order will be shipped from Japan via Yamato Transport.

For shipments to the United States, UPS handles customs clearance and final delivery.

Tracking information will be provided at the time of shipment.

Shipping is free.

Import duties, taxes, and customs clearance fees are the buyer's responsibility and are not included in the product price or shipping cost. Where applicable, these charges may be collected by the delivery carrier upon delivery.

Each rod is carefully packed in an aluminum case with a custom cloth rod bag.

20260808 A day with a passing summer shower

Rod stories

744 7'4" #4

When I began designing the #4, I started with a length of 7'00". After considering usability, I eventually settled on the current length.

Designed for comfortably targeting large trout at a distance of approximately ０to10 yards.

This model is intended for targeting large trout lurking in small rivers.

The target trout range in size from 0 cm to around 65 cm. There may well be days when the catch is 0 cm.

7105 7'10" #5

The design of the "#5 Model" began with an initial length of approximately 7 feet and evolved through a period of trial and error involving various rod lengths; the 2026 model adopts this specific length.

Designed for use with larger flies at distances within 0to15 yards.

The #5 weight is highly versatile.

The target trout range in size from 0 cm to around 65 cm. There may well be days when the catch is 0 cm.

836 8’3” #6

The development of the #6 model began with the 8'00" version. Among the tapers ranging from 8'1" to 8'6", this is the most interesting model.

897 8’9” #7

While mathematical analysis was employed in the design of the taper, every final decision is backed by an exhaustive amount of time spent on actual fishing and casting tests.

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Return and Refund Policy

I accept returns of unused items within 7 days of the delivery date.

I do not offer exchanges except for defective items.

Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the customer.

Refunds will be processed within 7 days of receiving the returned item.

Privacy Policy

I have long recognized the importance of personal information and strictly guarantee that such information will never be disclosed to third parties, except for the purpose of shipping products.

Design, Manufacturing

Takashi Nagai

Japan

20260808　A day with a passing summer shower