Description
Product Introduction:
Jig × Tai Rubber
Life-Like Appeal: “LIVE EMPEROR”
Metal Jig × Tai Rubber Hybrid
By adding soft material to the jig, both movement and texture become lifelike, delivering 360° all-range appeal.
Target Species
Perfect not only for bluefish and rockfish but also an outstanding main bait for red sea bream. Designed with a special focus on small squid as prey. A must-have for jigging, tai rubber, and rockfish anglers.
Development Background:
Born from over 300 fishing trips a year on charter boats
1.Irregular fall action combined with steady retrieves—its curly tail moves like a living creature.
2.Unique oval eye creates irregular motion.
3.Realistic curly tail with suction cup pattern for seductive action.
4.Strong, low-tangle assist line with fluorocarbon core.
5.Glow colors proven effective during on-boat testing.
6.Many caught fish were observed regurgitating small squid.
7.Recreated “life-filled eyes” for irresistible realism.
8.Developed because captains wanted a lure to catch fish that ignore standard metal jigs.
Details:
All color variations feature UV-reactive coating on the shell side and glow finish on the emperor section.
#01 Magma Silver
A standard must-have color: silver with magma hologram, delivering lifelike flashing to trigger bites.
A rod you’ll definitely want to bring when targeting fields where blue-runners are present.
#02 Rasta Orange
A bold mix of the ever-popular green × orange combination, enhanced with squid-pattern glow.
A must-have when targeting red sea bream.
#03 GITAI (Camouflage)
Inspired by squid that change body color to protect themselves, vividly expressing “camouflage.”
A unique, lifelike color—its true fishing performance is yet to be revealed. Give it a try!
#04 Red Gold
The go-to color for red sea bream and rockfish.
Recommended for high water temperature seasons in summer and fall, shallow areas, and bright daytime conditions.
#05 Green Gold (Midokin)
Commonly called “Midokin,” the No.1 color in both popularity and proven results for SLJ.
Best for cold-water seasons from winter to spring, deep water fields, or low-light conditions such as cloudy or rainy days.
#06 Aori Purple
A striking and mysterious purple combined with squid-pattern glow.
Highly effective during twilight, in murky water, and proven to be an excellent performer for blue-runners.
How to Use:
Fall → Retrieve → Fall → Retrieve with light jerks
Straight retrieve also works—the fin design produces natural, irregular actions on the fall.
Even beginners can easily create attractive movement with simple, gentle jerks.
Recommended Tackle:
Suitable for Light Jigging (SLJ) / Tai Rubber rods
PE #0.6–1.5, Leader 10–30lb
Drag setting: 1–1.5kg
(If using heavier tackle, it’s recommended to replace hooks and re-tune the setup.)