Akiyamago Hayashi Kebari - Reverse Hackle/Black Silk, C15-BV Hook

Located in the western outskirts of Japan’s Mt. Naeba is the area called Akiyama-go. It is said that Akiyama-go was a haven for soldiers who lost battles against Genji, the Kamakura Shogunate, and was established in the 12th century. The twelve villages of Akiyama-go are scattered throughout the beautiful Nakatsu-gawa River valley and are located on the slope of the mountain covered with trees that shelter them from the heavy snow of the region. This multi layered and cultivated land is one of the unexplored regions of Japan. Our Akiyamago-Hayashi Kebari are variations of designs originally created by Mr. Kenzo Hayashi, the former storekeeper of a fishing tackle shop and the landlord of a guesthouse "Yuzansou". In keeping with tradition, these are simple Tenkara designs that use only silk thread, peacock herl and a single reverse tied hackle in its construction. This pattern is offered in three basic color schemes and represents a very traditional Tenkara design tied on high quality Gamakatsu C15-BV hooks available in sizes 12-14-16. The C15-BV is a uniquely designed hook that is specifically made for emerger patterns with a deep wide gape and a vertical eye that allows the hackle collar to ride parachute style in the surface film. We think this hook completely changes the performance of this pattern adding greatly to its versatility.

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