CAENIS BAMBOO RODS

The Apex of Finesse: CAENIS 7’9” #0 Hollow-Built Bamboo Rod.

For the angler who seeks pure poetry on the water, the CAENIS 7’9” 0-weight is the answer.Crafting a 0-weight rod from natural split-bamboo requires an extraordinary level of precision. By applying our signature advanced hollow-building technique, we have achieved an impossibly light swing weight that rivals modern graphite, yet retains the deep, soulful, and organic recovery that only premium seasoned bamboo can deliver.Combined with traditional spliced joints, the rod bends seamlessly from tip to hand. There are no heavy metal ferrules to disrupt the action—just one continuous, fluid taper that protects the finest tippets and cushions the frantic runs of wild trout with absolute grace.This is not a tool for distance; it is an instrument for absolute intimacy. Designed for laser-accurate, featherlight dry fly presentations on crystal-clear small streams and spring creeks. When a fish sips your fly, you will feel the very heartbeat of the river through the blank.✨ Specifications & Pricing:Length: 7 feet 9 inches Line Weight: 0-weightConstruction: Hollow-Built with Spliced Joints

Price: From 300,000 JPY (Worldwide insured shipping available)

Every rod is bespoke, tailored to your aesthetic preferences including selected reel seat woods and grip shaping.

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The Poetry of Precision: CAENIS 8’0” #1 Hollow-Built Bamboo Rod.

True finesse requires a perfect balance of delicacy and control. The CAENIS 8’0” 1-weight is engineered for the angler who demands surgical accuracy on highly pressured, crystal-clear spring creeks and mountain streams.At 8 feet, this rod gives you the ideal leverage to mend line and control complex drifts with effortless grace, while the ultra-light 1-weight designation ensures your fly lands as soft as a falling breath.Built with our signature advanced hollow-building technique, the blank feels completely weightless in your hand, offering lightning-fast tip recovery and a sharp tracking trajectory. Combined with traditional spliced joints, the rod eliminates the heavy, rigid dead-spots of metal ferrules. Power transfers seamlessly from the tip right into your palm, providing an organic, continuous bend that safely protects 7X or 8X tippets against hard-fighting wild trout.This is a master craftsman's tribute to the art of the dry fly—a flawless marriage of traditional bamboo soul and modern engineering.✨ Specifications & Pricing:Length: 8 feet 0 inchesLine Weight: 1-weightConstruction: Hollow-Built with Spliced JointsPrice: From 300,000 JPY (Worldwide insured shipping directly to your doorstep)Each build is fully bespoke. We work closely with you to customize grip contours, choose premium reel seat woods, and hand-inscribe personalization into the blank.📥 DM me to secure your build slot and custom-design your dream 1-weight. 

The Evolution of Tactile Finesse: CAENIS 9’3” #2 Hollow-Built Bamboo Nymphing Rod.

While modern nymphing has long been dominated by lifeless graphite, the CAENIS 9’3” 2-weight redefines the tactical game with the unmatched soul and sensitivity of natural split-bamboo. Engineered specifically for technical tight-line and Euro-style nymphing, this masterpiece brings an organic connection to the riverbed that modern materials can never replicate.At 9 feet 3 inches, this rod delivers the precise reach and high-tip control required to maintain a perfect drift and track the micro-subtle takes of educated trout.To eliminate the inherent weight of a longer bamboo blank, we utilize our signature advanced hollow-building technique, resulting in a surprisingly lightweight and balanced weapon that minimizes fatigue during long days on the water. Combined with traditional spliced joints, the rigid, heavy dead-spots of metal ferrules are completely vanished.The result? An uninterrupted, ultra-sensitive taper that acts as a direct extension of your nerves. You will not just see the strike; you will feel the precise texture of the river bottom and the softest inhalation of a nymph through the blank. Once hooked, the deep-loading power of high-modulus bamboo effortlessly cushions the erratic head-shakes of trophy trout, protecting ultra-fine tippets with absolute confidence.✨ Specifications & Pricing:Length: 9 feet 3 inchesLine Weight: 2-weight (Optimized for technical nymphing)Construction: Hollow-Built with Spliced JointsPrice: From 400,000 JPY (Worldwide insured shipping directly to your doorstep)Every build is entirely bespoke, tailored to your exact hand-grip specifications and aesthetic preferences.📥 DM me to discuss your custom build and experience the ultimate tactile revolution on your home waters. 

The Perfect Continuum: CAENIS 8’0” #3 Hollow-Built with Traditional Spliced Joints.

For the fly fishing purist, an 8-foot 3-weight is the ultimate tool for executing complex drifts and delicate fly presentations on technical rivers. The CAENIS 8’0” #3 redefines this classic mid-length trout rod by introducing a feature usually reserved only for elite spey rods: the traditional Spliced Joint.By completely eliminating heavy metal ferrules, this two-piece masterpiece boasts an absolutely seamless, uninterrupted bending curve from the tip top straight into your palm. There are zero flat spots or rigid hesitations in the blank.Combined with our advanced hollow-building technique, the swing weight vanishes completely. The rod tracks arrow-straight with crisp, lightning-fast recovery, yet it loads with a deep, soulful flex that only premium, flame-tempered bamboo can provide.This uninterrupted taper acts as the ultimate shock absorber. It allows you to confidently fish 7X and 8X tippets against larger, hard-fighting wild trout without fear of break-offs. Whether mending across complex currents, throwing tight loops under overhanging branches, or lifting long lines for a soft-hackle swing, this rod behaves exactly like a one-piece blank. It is a flawless marriage of historic soul and tactical precision.✨ Specifications & Pricing:Length: 8 feet 0 inchesLine Weight: 3-weight (The premium technical river standard)Construction: Hollow-Built with Traditional Spliced JointsPrice: From 350,000 JPY (Worldwide insured shipping directly to your doorstep)Each CAENIS rod is fully bespoke, handcrafted in Japan and tailored to your exact grip contours, wrap colors, and premium wood reel seat preferences.📥 DM me to secure your build slot and experience the unmatched, fluid harmony of a true spliced trout rod. 

The Definitive Versatile Masterpiece: CAENIS 8’0” #4 Hollow-Built with Seamless Bamboo Ferrules.

For the trout purist who demands one single bamboo rod capable of handling any scenario on a technical river, the CAENIS 8’0” 4-weight is the absolute definitive choice.The 8-foot #4 taper is legendary for its versatile authority—effortlessly pushing large wind-resistant dry flies through crosswinds, managing complex hopper-dropper rigs, and swinging wet flies with immaculate control.What sets the CAENIS build into a realm of pure luxury is our integrated Bamboo Ferrule. By carving the sleeve entirely out of premium split-bamboo and eliminating heavy metal ferrules, we have completely banished the rigid "dead spots" found in traditional multi-piece rods.Combined with our signature advanced hollow-building technique, the swing weight of this 8-foot blank completely vanishes. It tracks arrow-straight with crisp, lightning-fast tip recovery, behaving exactly like a one-piece rod. Yet, when a large, wild trout runs hard into the current, the rod loads deeply with that smooth, organic power and soul that only flame-tempered bamboo can deliver, giving you total confidence and protecting delicate tippets. It is the perfect marriage of historic elegance and modern tactical performance.✨ Specifications & Pricing:Length: 8 feet 0 inchesLine Weight: 4-weight (The ultimate all-around stream standard)Construction: Hollow-Built with Integrated Bamboo FerrulesPrice: From 350,000 JPY (Worldwide insured shipping directly to your doorstep)Each CAENIS rod is entirely bespoke. We work closely with you to tailor grip contours, choose premium exotic wood reel seats, and hand-inscribe your personal details into the blank.📥 DM me to secure your build slot and custom-design your dream 4-weight masterpiece. 

The Soul of Traditional Two-Handed: CAENIS 12’0” #5 Solid Bamboo with Classic Metal Ferrules.

For the fly fishing purist who believes that true spey casting is an art of patience, rhythm, and history, the CAENIS 12’0” 5-weight is a profound tribute to the Golden Age of two-handed fly fishing.Unlike modern hollowed blanks, this masterpiece features a traditional Solid Bamboo Construction. The intentional weight of the solid premium split-bamboo acts as a magnificent flywheel. You do not force this rod to cast; instead, you simply guide it, letting the pure mass and progressive taper of the bamboo load deeply into the grip and effortlessly launch heavy trout-spey lines with unmatched, buttery-smooth authority.Equipped with meticulously fitted Classic Metal Ferrules, this two-handed weapon offers an incredibly crisp, solid, and locked-in feel during the stroke. The metal hardware provides the structural integrity and durability demanded when swinging wet flies and streaming streamers across big, powerful currents for hard-fighting river monsters.A 12-foot 5-weight is the ultimate configuration for technical Trout Spey—perfectly suited for larger rivers, wind-swept banks, and targeting trophy-sized trout. Casting this rod is a deeply tactile, meditative experience. It is a stunning marriage of heavy-duty reliability and historic elegance, handcrafted in Japan.✨ Specifications & Pricing:Length: 12 feet 0 inchesLine Weight: 5-weight (The ultimate technical Trout Spey standard)Construction: Traditional Solid Bamboo with Premium Metal FerrulesPrice: From 400,000 JPY (Worldwide insured shipping directly to your doorstep)Each CAENIS rod is entirely bespoke, tailored to your exact hand-grip specifications, wraps, and premium wood reel seat selections.📥 DM me to secure your build slot and feel the deep, unstoppable power of a true solid bamboo two-handed masterwork.

he Apex of Modern Classic Spey: CAENIS 12’0” #6 Hollow-Built with Traditional Spliced Joints.

For the big-river angler who refuses to compromise between traditional feel and modern performance, the CAENIS 12’0” 6-weight stands as the definitive masterpiece.The 12-foot #6 line weight is the ultimate sweet spot for large river systems—possessing the perfect authority to swing large wet flies, slice heavy sink tips through stiff crosswinds, and dominate hard-fighting trophy trout or summer steelhead, all while remaining incredibly agile.What elevates this two-handed weapon into the highest echelon of fly rod design is the integration of traditional Spliced Joints. By completely vanishing the heavy, rigid dead-spots of metal ferrules, the power transfers flawlessly from the tip-top directly into your hands.Combined with our signature advanced hollow-building technique, the blank defies its length, delivering a featherlight swing weight that eliminates fatigue during grueling sun-up to sun-down sessions on the water. The rod tracks arrow-straight with crisp, electric tip recovery. Yet, under fire, it loads with a deep, organic, and unstoppable progressive curve that only premium seasoned bamboo can provide. This uninterrupted taper acts as the ultimate shock absorber, keeping you firmly connected to the fish of a lifetime.✨ Specifications & Pricing:Length: 12 feet 0 inchesLine Weight: 6-weight (The ultimate trout-to-steelhead crossover standard)Construction: Hollow-Built with Traditional Spliced JointsPrice: From 450,000 JPY (Worldwide insured shipping directly to your doorstep)Each CAENIS rod is entirely bespoke. We work closely with you to tailor hand-grip contours to your exact specifications, select premium exotic wood reel seats, and hand-inscribe your personal details into the blank.

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The Shape-Shifter of Big Water: CAENIS 12’0” #4-5-6 Hollow-Built with Traditional Spliced Joints.

For the destination angler who demands absolute versatility on large river systems without sacrificing the soul of classic fly fishing, the CAENIS 12’0” #4-5-6 represents the absolute pinnacle of multi-rated Trout Spey design.Engineered with a highly sophisticated, progressive taper, this single two-handed weapon masterfully handles a wide spectrum of grain weights. Line it with a delicate 4-weight Scandi head for flawless, glassy dry-fly presentations, a balanced 5-weight for technical wet-fly swinging, or a heavy 6-weight Skagit setup to punch bulky streamers through a punishing crosswind.What elevates this rod into a realm of pure engineering luxury is the traditional Spliced Joint construction. By completely vanishing the heavy, rigid dead-spots of metal ferrules, kinetic energy transfers flawlessly from the tip-top directly into your hands.Combined with our signature advanced hollow-building technique, this 12-foot blank defies its own length. It delivers an impossibly light swing weight that completely eliminates casting fatigue during sun-up to sun-down sessions on the water. The rod tracks arrow-straight with crisp, electric recovery, yet under fire, it loads with a deep, organic, and uninterrupted curve that safely cushions the frantic runs of trophy trout while protecting whisper-thin tippets. It is the ultimate turnkey system for the big-river purist.✨ Specifications & Pricing:Length: 12 feet 0 inchesLine Weight: Multi-rated #4 / #5 / #6 (The ultimate versatile Trout Spey standard)Construction: Hollow-Built with Traditional Spliced JointsPrice: From 450,000 JPY (Worldwide insured shipping directly to your doorstep)Each CAENIS rod is entirely bespoke, handcrafted in Japan and tailored to your exact hand-grip contours, wrap colors, and premium wood reel seat preferences.

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The Heavyweight Master of Big Rivers: CAENIS 12’0” #7-8-9 Hollow-Built with Traditional Spliced Joints.

For the big-game anadromous angler who refuses to compromise between historic soul and raw, modern horsepower, the CAENIS 12’0” #7-8-9 stands as the definitive heavyweight flagship of multi-rated spey design.Engineered with an elite, progressive taper, this single two-handed weapon is built to tame the widest rivers and the most powerful fish on earth. It masterfully bridges grain weights—effortlessly driving a tight 7-weight Scandi line for long-distance summer steelhead presentations, a balanced 8-weight for traditional salmon tactics, or a brutal 9-weight Skagit setup with heavy sink-tips to punch massive intruder flies through a freezing gale.What sets this rod apart from any modern material is the seamless integration of traditional Spliced Joints. By completely vanishing the heavy, rigid dead-spots and vibration of metal ferrules, kinetic energy transfers flawlessly from the tip-top straight into the cork.Combined with our signature advanced hollow-building technique, the blank defies its massive power rating. It delivers an impossibly light, balanced swing weight that eliminates fatigue during grueling sun-up to sun-down casting sessions. The rod tracks arrow-straight with crisp, electric tip recovery. Yet, under fire, it loads with a deep, organic, and completely unstoppable progressive curve that absorbs the violent head-shakes of fresh-run monsters, giving you absolute authority in the heaviest currents. It is a masterpiece built for the ultimate arena.✨ Specifications & Pricing:Length: 12 feet 0 inchesLine Weight: Multi-rated #7 / #8 / #9 (The ultimate heavyweight anadromous standard)Construction: Hollow-Built with Traditional Spliced JointsPrice: From 500,000 JPY (Worldwide insured shipping directly to your doorstep)Each CAENIS rod is entirely bespoke, handcrafted in Japan and tailored to your exact hand-grip specifications, wrap colors, and heavy-duty premium wood reel seat preferences.📥 DM me.

The Sovereign of the Big River: CAENIS 14’0” #7-8-9 Hollow-Built with Traditional Spliced Joints.

For the elite big-game angler who commands the world’s most legendary and sweeping river systems, the CAENIS 14’0” #7-8-9 represents the absolute pinnacle of traditional long-rod engineering reborn for the modern era.At a majestic 14 feet, this flagship two-handed weapon delivers the ultimate leverage for long-distance casting, immaculate line mending across complex, heavy currents, and complete control over ocean-fresh monsters. Its progressive multi-rate taper flawlessly adapt to your tactical needs—driving a 7-weight Scandi line for glassy summer presentations, a balanced 8-weight for traditional mid-belly spey lines, or a heavy 9-weight Skagit head with massive sink-tips to punch through a brutal coastal gale.Crafting a 14-foot bamboo rod that delivers effortless performance requires an extraordinary level of mastery. By utilizing our signature advanced hollow-building technique, we have completely shattered the old myth that long bamboo rods are heavy and cumbersome. This blank feels impossibly light and perfectly balanced in the hand, tracking arrow-straight with crisp, electric tip recovery.Furthermore, the traditional Spliced Joints entirely eliminate the heavy, rigid dead-spots of metal ferrules. The result is a completely continuous, soulful bend that loads all the way into the cork, acting as the ultimate kinetic spring that launches lines to the horizon and absorbs the violent, raw head-shakes of trophy salmon with absolute authority. It is the definitive crown jewel of the CAENIS workshop.✨ Specifications & Pricing:Length: 14 feet 0 inchesLine Weight: Multi-rated #7 / #8 / #9 (The definitive flagship big-river standard)Construction: Hollow-Built with Traditional Spliced JointsPrice: From 500,000 JPY (Worldwide insured shipping directly to your doorstep)Each CAENIS rod is entirely bespoke, handcrafted in Japan and tailored to your exact hand-grip contours, wrap colors, and heavy-duty premium wood reel seat preferences. 

The Phantom Hunter: CAENIS 14’0” #7-8-9 “The Cherry Salmon” Edition.

In Japan’s cold, fast-flowing spring rivers, lies one of the most elusive and revered prizes in the fly fishing world: the native Cherry Salmon (Sakuramasu). To hunt this silver phantom through freezing coastal gales and heavy currents, the CAENIS 14’0” #7-8-9 "The Cherry Salmon" was born as the ultimate heavyweight flagship of our workshop.At a majestic 14 feet, this two-handed weapon delivers the commanding leverage required to execute long-distance casts across massive river systems, maintain perfect line mending over complex currents, and control the explosive, acrobatic runs of fresh-run salmon. Its progressive multi-rate taper adapts flawlessly to the tactical demands of the season—driving a tight 7-weight Scandi line for glassy presentations, a balanced 8-weight for traditional mid-belly lines, setup to punch bulky, weighted flies directly into a biting wind.Forging a 14-foot bamboo rod capable of relentless, all-day performance requires an extraordinary level of mastery. Utilizing our signature advanced hollow-building technique, we have completely shattered the weight barriers of traditional bamboo. The blank feels impossibly light and perfectly balanced in the hand, tracking arrow-straight with crisp, electric tip recovery.Furthermore, the traditional Spliced Joints completely vanish the heavy, rigid dead-spots and vibrations of metal ferrules. The result is a completely continuous, soulful bend that loads all the way into the cork, acting as a powerful kinetic spring that launches lines to the horizon and absorbs the violent, erratic head-shakes of a wild Cherry Salmon with absolute authority. It is the definitive crown jewel of Japanese craftsmanship, built for the ultimate native arena.✨ Specifications & Pricing:Length: 14 feet 0 inches Line Weight: Multi-rated #7 / #8 / #9 (The definitive flagship big-river standard)Target Species: Cherry Salmon (Sakuramasu), Atlantic Salmon, Steelhead [1]Construction: Hollow-Built with Traditional Spliced JointsPrice: From 500,000 JPY.

The Leviathan Cannon: CAENIS 18’0” #12 Hollow-Built with Traditional Spliced Joints.

For the elite big-river angler who commands the world’s most powerful river systems and targets the absolute giants of the anadromous world, the CAENIS 18’0” 12-weight stands as an unparalleled monument of custom bamboo engineering. This is a massive, specialized weapon built for the ultimate arena—designed to launch lines over the horizon on wide, deep waters like Norway’s River Alta and dominate 50-pound fresh-run Atlantic Salmon in heavy currents.At a majestic 18 feet, this flagship long-rod provides an extraordinary level of leverage, allowing you to mend lines across complex, surging currents with absolute ease and lift heavy lines off the water effortlessly. Crafting a rod of this monumental scale entirely out of split-bamboo requires god-tier craftsmanship. By utilizing our signature advanced hollow-building technique, we have completely shattered the weight barriers of traditional long rods, creating a surprisingly balanced and agile blank with crisp, electric tip recovery.Furthermore, the integration of traditional Spliced Joints completely vanishes the heavy, rigid dead-spots and vibrations of massive metal ferrules. The result is a completely continuous, soulful progressive curve that loads deeply into the extended cork handle, acting as a massive kinetic spring that releases explosive casting power and absorbs the violent, raw head-shakes of giant silver monsters with total authority. It is the ultimate expression of the CAENIS workshop—a true masterwork of heavy-duty luxury.✨ Specifications & Pricing:Length: 18 feet 0 inchesLine Weight: 12-weight (The ultimate heavy-duty big-river giant)Target Species: Monster Atlantic Salmon, Giant King SalmonConstruction: Advanced Hollow-Built with Traditional Spliced JointsPrice: From 600,000 JPY (Worldwide insured shipping directly to your doorstep)Each CAENIS rod is entirely bespoke, handcrafted in Japan and tailored to your exact hand-grip specifications, heavy-duty wrap colors, and premium wood reel seat preferences.📥 DM me to secure your build slot and experience

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