Tenkara Angler is happy to present its 2024 Holiday Gift Guide! We reached out to all of our favorite tenkara, fixed line, and outdoors brands and asked them for their top items and offers for this holiday season, each of which we’re listing below. Now is a great time to add another rod to your quiver, fill up the empty slots in your box with fresh flies, or invest in a handmade accessory for that extra special touch. We hope you enjoy this guide and wish you nothing but the happiest of holidays!
Don’t miss the highlighted deals and coupon codes for additional limited-time savings!
(Note: all discounts and coupon codes have been provided by the brands listed in this article. Tenkara Angler does not take responsibility for price discrepancies, expired coupons, or unavailable products.)
DRAGONtail Tenkara
We’ll start off our gift guide with some timely deals from DRAGONtail. They’re offering some really great savings from November 29th through December 2nd, including a Tenkara Angler exclusive on flies!
HELLbender Big Fish Rod $20 OFF Black Friday thru Cyber Monday! An excellent rod for catching those BIG FISH on tenkara gear!!
FoxFIRE ROD $60 OFF Black Friday thru Cyber Monday! This Appalachian favorite is awesome for those small tight canopy creeks that require short rod lengths and a flexible soft cast. It is mostly made of S2 Fiberglass making a very playful fun rod to fish!!
15% OFF All Tenkara Flies with Tenkara Angler exclusive coupon code TA15flies good Black Friday thru Cyber Monday! DRAGONtail is the largest supplier of tenkara flies and has several styles for you to choose from including Brent’s Favorite tenkara flies combo pack if you can’t decide.
Tenkara Path
Dennis at Tenkara Path has created a special holiday offer for Tenkara Angler readers! Use Code: TENANGLER20 to save 20% on orders over $40!
Discover Tenkara Path’s renowned, handcrafted line spools—designed by an experienced tenkara angler, for tenkara anglers. Each spool is hand crafted by Dennis himself, then wrapped in traditional Japanese furoshiki cloth for a unique, gift-ready touch. With various designs available, these spools make perfect gifts, stocking stuffers, or even a little treat for yourself from “Santa-san”—we won’t tell!
Complete your basket with Dennis’s other one-of-a-kind creations, including tenkara flies, fly displays, hook removers, tenkara lines, and handcrafted wooden items that bring elegance and function to your world of fishing!
BONUS OFFER: Spend over $100 (after discounts) and receive a complimentary six-pack of “Matchstick Kebari” flies.
Tenkara USA
Tenkara USA’s annual OptOutside Sale is here! From November 20th through December 2nd, enjoy up to $70 off tenkara rods, 30% off apparel, and 15% off accessories. This is the moment to gear up with tenkara essentials, all prices marked down sitewide. Celebrate the season with these once-a-year savings!
Tenkara USA Iwana: The Iwana was the ONE rod that started it all, the beginning of tenkara in the USA. If you are new to tenkara or been fishing it for years, you can’t go wrong with the Tenkara USA Iwana, a great all around 12’ tenkara rod. The rod that help start the tenkara boom outside of Japan back in 2009. MSRP $170, now $130!
Tenkara USA Satoki: The Satoki rod is a great all-around choice, especially for tenkara anglers a little more towards larger waters and fish. It’s still a ton of fun to fish even on smaller waters and smaller fish, making it a great choice that will have a place in any tenkara angler’s quiver. They’ll love it as a new primary rod or as an extremely competent and durable backup rod in any situation. MSRP $230. now $160!
Zen Tenkara
Zen Tenkara is offering 30% OFF their entire site! Excluding gift certificates, lessons or sale items, PLUS free domestic shipping on orders over $200.
Zen Handcrafted Wood Line Holders. Beautiful and functional. A simple way to store line on and off your rod. Attaches securely with a Velcro strap for a custom fit. Available in 2 sizes. Made in Colorado, USA.
The Zen Spoolbox is perfect for the minimalist tenkara angler. It holds flies, tippet and a tenkara line all in a beautiful, handcrafted, wood device. Lightweight with easy access to everything you need, it simply clips onto a belt or belt loop. And it floats. Made in Colorado, USA.
All-Purpose Tenkara Lines: The original “hybrid tenkara line”, Zen All Purpose Lines are super lightweight, have almost zero stretch or memory, feature welded connection loops, 8 inches of a high-viz “indicator” section, a tippet ring and color-coded tag ends for easy length identification. We kinda thought of everything because they also float. Available in 6 lengths: 7ft, 11ft, 12.5ft, 15ft and 22ft.
Tenkara Rod Co.
Tenkara Rod Co. always brings their best deals out for the holidays. I’m told they’re going to have a Black Friday sale that is up to 35% off sitewide. Some of their most popular products include the White Cloud & Sierra rods, carbon fiber landing nets, and fly assortments.
ESZ Tenkara Fly Fishing
ESZ is offering their customers multiple ways to save this holiday season! There is no better time to try out their products as they are featuring 30% off on every purchase with of free shipping on orders over $100, and a free ESZ A01 fly box with orders over $150. Additionally, all rod orders will receive a complimentary gift kit in their order. Featured deals last until December 3rd 2024!
Check out our articles on ESZ tenkara rods here!
Red Brook Tenkara
Red Brook Tenkara is running a wicked pissa of a Black Friday sale this holiday season. Take 20% off all tenkara rods, starter kits, lines, flies, apparel, and accessories.
Not sure what to buy? Bill at Red Brook recommends the Ranger tenkara rod, an 8-foot rod for chasing wild brook trout in thin blue lines. It has quickly become a favorite choice for tenkara anglers in New England as it was designed for fishing the White Mountains of New Hampshire. MSRP $155. now $124!
ZimmerBuilt
ZimmerBuilt will be having their annual Holiday sale starting November 27th to December 2nd. No discount codes will be needed, prices will be discounted on site. It doesn’t get better than handmade in the USA!
Tenkara Guide Sling – A solid sling pack and the perfect gift for any tenkara angler. The Guide Sling can carry up to 4 rods and has two generously sized pockets to store all your fishing gear for a day out on the water.
Arrowood Chest Pack – If you’re fond of chest packs then check out the Arrowood Chest Pack. Slim design keeps your gear in close for easy access when you need it, but stays out of your way while you fish. Can be used alone with the harness or combined with a ZimmerBuilt backpack to create the perfect fishing combo out on the water.
Tenkara Rod Roll – The perfect way to conceal your tenkara rod addiction from concerned loved ones! The ZimmerBuilt Tenkara Rod Roll can carry up to 8 rods and keeps them protected for both storage and travel.
Tenkara Adventure Outfitters
Tenkara Adventure Outfitters wants to get you out on the water. They want anglers of all levels to experience the great choices of their TAO brand of rods. Save $20 or more on most TAO branded rods. Or, if it’s a new Japanese rod you crave for the holidays they have specials on them as well; save $20 or more on select Kiwami, Royal Stage and Professional models!
All rods, discounted or not, will be shipped with a spool of TAO 3.5 level line and one saucer line holder at no extra charge. Nothing extra needed, they will be shipped with your order. And if you just need line, all orange fluorescent Nissin and TAO branded level lines are also discounted.
Rocky MTN Tenkara
Relative newcomer Rocky MTN Tenkara is bringing some savings along this holiday with three distinctive coupon codes for their popular rod models. This promotional holiday pricing will run from November 29th through December 16th, there’s never been a better time to grab one of their rods!
Chico Rod: The Chico Rod from Rocky MTN Tenkara is your ultimate fishing sidekick! With its playful 7/8/9-foot zoom setup, it adapts to any angling adventure, making it a must-have for your arsenal. Perfect for hiking through small streams and sneaking into tight quarters, it’s our go-to for blue lining. MSRP $135, now $115 Code: CHICO20RMT
Chupacabra Rod: The Chupacabra Rod is a game-changer for anglers ready to take on big browns in those sneaky small streams! Built for adventure, this versatile zoom rod stretches from 10 to 12 feet, dominating everything from tiny creeks to mighty gold medal rivers. Whether you’re chasing your next trophy fish or packing light for a wilderness trek, the Chupacabra is your trusty companion. Perfect for seasoned pros and Tenkara newbies alike let the adventure begin! MSRP $135, now $105 Code: CHUPA30RMT
Rio Rod: The original Rio Rod is a trail-tested legend, built for conquering big rivers and serene Alpine lakes! With 12 feet of fixed reach, it’s a natural match for longer lines, hefty tippets, and those beefier flies that big fish can’t resist. Lightweight and packable, it’s every Alpine backpacker’s dream fishing partner—ready to turn your high-mountain adventures into epic tenkara tales! MSRP $120, now $80 Code: RIO40RMT
11/29 Update! Rocky MTN Tenkara has just released a new rod for the holidays! The Compa Pocket Tenkara rod is a throwback to their joyful wanderings with loved ones. Its unique colors are reminiscent of New Mexico’s bright turquoise and fiery red, honoring our beloved ristras made with traditional local red chilies. This is the ultimate take anywhere tenkara rod! The Compa is available as just as a rod only, or in a kit with a special ZimmerBuilt Darter pack.
ikari
Roman at ikari has smartly consolidated his various line spool/containers into the Zenit, which features the best attributes of all prior models.
If you are into bikepacking, blue-lining or just want a compact and feature-packed fishing setup that is easy to use — Zenit is made just for you. Lid swings out and designed for one handed operation. Four magnets inside hold as many flies as you can fit, but don’t go too crazy. Included removable foam insert for smaller flies makes them easy to grab and store. Zenit is paired with included rod clip for even easier on-the-go line storage, you can put the line on the clip itself or attach container to it, very convenient feature when you need to collapse the rod to walk between spots. Spool can be stored on the rod directly as well. Included tippet adapter allows you to attach a couple of tippet spools to the container. Handmade with machines in Brevard, NC, USA as sustainably as currently possible. MSRP $150
Tiny Tenkara
Tiny Tenkara really made a splash with their small form tenkara rods. Their rods were made to take on your favorite afternoon hike or multi-day backpacking trip. Whether you are looking for your first rod, or your adding to your quiver, Tiny Tenkara’s rods will help you fish those small overgrown creeks where a full sized rod won’t do. Their original rod, the Tiny Ten, extends out to 5 feet and collapses down to 8 inches. They also offer a Tiny Ten 2, an 8 foot rod. New to the line up this year, the Tiny Ten 3, a multi zoom rod that locks out at 6’7”, 8’, and 9’3”.
For this Black Friday Sale, the Tiny Ten and Tiny Ten 2 will be 40% off and the Tiny Ten 3 will be 50% off! Sale starts November 29th and ends December 2nd.
Yonah Packs
Yonah Packs will be having a sitewide sale from November 29th to December 2nd on their smartly designed tenkara packs. Use code BLKENDTROUT to save 15% off the entire store!
Tenkara Simple Pack: Small, simple and ultralight minimalist pack designed specifically for Tenkara anglers. Weighing at only 1.6oz or 2oz and made using dyneema or X-pac fabrics. The pack can be worn in 4 different ways: On the belt, around the neck, over the shoulder, or attached to a backpack shoulder strap.
Tenkara Fanny Pack: A minimalist tenkara fanny pack that can double as a sling pack and carry everything you need for short day trips. Also made using X-pac fabric.
Tenkara Tactical Sling Pack: The tactical sling pack is designed to carry everything you need for a day out fishing. There is enough room for all your tenkara gear plus lunch and water.
Wasatch Tenkara Rods
Wasatch Tenkara is also jumping in on the promo game and is now offering 20% off your order sitewide from now until December 20th. If you need big fish rod to handle large trout, bass, salmon, steelhead, carp, or even reindeer, Wasatch is well known for the strength of their tenkara rods! Use coupon code christmas2024 to save 20%!
Hill Country Tenkara
Hill Country Tenkara is offering 40% off sitewide Through December 27th. There is plenty of inventory, including both thier creek and river tenkara rods and all of the tenkara gear and accessories you need heading into 2025! Discount applied at checkout.
Other Outdoor Brands
There’s many other cool outdoor brands featuring promotions on their products that aren’t tenkara-specific, but still worth mentioning. I’ve grabbed a few below from our catalog of friends.
SPOT Satellite Communication Devices – SPOT Gen4 and SPOT Trace are $50 off from now until December 31st!
Bajío Sunglasses have become a staple for the outdoor community, especially among water sports enthusiasts. With LAPIS™ technology blocking 95% of blue light, they protect and perform. But Bajío is more than just eyewear — it’s a brand committed to sustainability, leading initiatives like beach clean-ups, reef restoration, and community events to support environmental causes. Free gift with your purchase – November 28th through December 7th – Get an ALL Performance Hoodie. No promo code required!
Howler Bros – Up to 40% off select items! (Mike’s personal favorites are the Loggerhead Hoodies). Sale runs from November 21st through December 2nd.
Tenkara Angler
Don’t forget to snag some Tenkara Angler logo gear as well! The easiest place to find it is on Amazon (t-shirts), or even more on Spreadshirt (tees, hoodies, stickers and other miscellany). So if you’re interested in repping the Tenkara Angler brand or other tenkara-centric catch phrases, we’ve literally got you covered! Be sure to check out Anthony’s new Level Line Podcast graphic products, we think they came out pretty good!
Last, but not least…
Finally, (and unfortunately), not all of the brands that Tenkara Angler reached out to had time to reply by our 2024 Holiday Gift Guide submission deadline. However, we still encourage you to pay some of these favorites a visit, as you never know what sort of last minute deals or offers they may be running. We’ve listed some “everyday” coupons below too.
Discover Tenkara has kindly provided a coupon code for all Tenkara Angler readers!
Save 10% off your purchase at their website using code TA10
Tanuki has kindly provided a coupon code for all Tenkara Angler readers!
Save 5% off your purchase at their website using code TENKARAANGLER
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