The Tenkara Yama distills the essence of tenkara into an ultra-compact, featherlight rod with an extended reach.
Inspired by the popular Ukiyo rod, the Yama offers the same high sensitivity and packability while extending your range with an 11’ (335cm) length. Weighing in at just 2.1 ounces and collapsing down to 16 inches, it’s made for anglers who crave precision drifts in more open small and medium streams, without sacrificing portability.
The Yama is Tenkara's second rod to feature the innovative textured swell grip — a design praised by Ukiyo users for its lightness and heightened feel. Crafted with the same high-modulus graphite and minimalist profile, this grip is the lightest and most sensitive we’ve ever produced at this length, ensuring every subtle take is transmitted directly to your hand.
Like the Ukiyo, the Yama was born from the beloved Rhodo rod, but reimagined to offer more reach in a sleeker package. It brings the “tenkara advantage” into sharper focus — allowing you to hold more line off the water and execute flawless drifts in clear, open mountain streams. Its crisp action makes even the smallest fish feel like gems, and its compact form means it goes wherever your adventures lead.
What makes this rod special? The Yama delivers classic tenkara performance — effortless line control and pure fishing joy — in their lightest and most compact 11’ rod to date.
Whether you're searching for a travel-friendly tenkara rod, greater reach without bulk, or a beautifully balanced rod for backcountry streams, the Yama meets Tenkara USA’s highest standards — backed by their lifetime warranty and exceptional customer support.
The Yama expands Tenkara USA's ultra-compact lineup with added reach and exceptional sensitivity.
Specs:
11ft (335cm)
Adjustable: No
Weight: 2.1 ounces
Closed Length: 16" (40.64cm)
Open Length: 11 ft (335cm)
Handle Length: Integral Handle
Segments: 10
Finish: Matte Grey with graphite swell grip
Best Use:
- Backpacking
- Smaller or Pan
- Small-Med Water
All Tenkara compact fly fishing rods come with an aluminum rod tube, rod sack and are covered by the Tenkara USA Warranty
Kit Comes with: Rod and Tube, Traditional Line, Tapered Nylon Line and a spool of 4X Tippet. Everything you need to get started in Tenkara.
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FAQ page.
Having a complete outfit is essential to your success out on the water. We've made it simple, so when you purchase the basics for your fly fishing outfit, we'll put it all together for you so you're ready to go.
Here's how it works:
• Purchase a Rod, Reel and Fly Line
• On the first page of the checkout process, click on the green Setup Reels/Outfits button (top and bottom of page).
• There you will find a tool where you can pair the three together and choose your backing color. No need to worry about the amount or size of backing as we'll take care of that for you. We know what to do.
• That's it!
From there, we'll load the appropriate amount and color of backing and the line on the reel for you (no need to buy backing). The backing, rigging and shipping is all on us. Free of charge.
Additional Information
• Fly Line Backing comes in 20lb and 30lb test. It also comes in white, fl. orange, blue, black, optic green, fl. yellow and red. Again, no need to make any decisions here other than what color you want.
• Reel retrieve is selected at the point of purchase on each reel. We will load the line onto the reel and make sure that the retrieve is set up as you selected.
• Feel free to call us or e-mail us with any questions as we will also do the same if we have any for you.
We're passionate about putting together the Fly Rod and Reel Outfit that's perfect for your time out on the water.
Let's get started:
• Select your fly rod
• Select your fly reel
• Select your fly line
• Open the Setup Reels/Outfits tool on the first page of checkout and pair the three items together. Simply choose your backing color.....and we'll do the rest!
Give us a call or email if you have any questions or rigging requests
It's really that simple. We aim to take all the hard work out of your fly fishing experience.