Video: Japan’s Hidden Gem of ...

We don’t hear a lot about fly fishing in Japan, however the beautiful rivers of Hokkaido—the nation’s northernmost giant island—maintain some exceptional fish, together with rainbow and brown trout. However for me the magic can be in catching the extra unique species, reminiscent of white-spotted char, cherry salmon, and Sakhalin taimen. On this nice video, a staff of French anglers experiences the island’s crystal-clear rivers and volcanic landscapes and enjoys exceptional sight fishing.

Ezo Iwana, or the white-spotted char (Salvelinus leucomaenis).