What is the traditional Japanese small-stream fly fishing method called?

Tenkara.

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Why: Tenkara is the traditional Japanese method of fly fishing, using a long rod on small streams.

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Answer: Tenkara. Tenkara is the traditional Japanese method of fly fishing, using a long rod on small streams.

  1. Fly fishing en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fly_fishing
    The traditional Japanese method of fly fishing is known as "Tenkara"
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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