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I've been looking at some JDM rods, but since I have never purchased any, I was wondering which ones forum members have had experience with. I have purchased only terminal tackle and that was from finesse-fishing.com. I would gladly purchase from Chris when he has stock of what i'm looking for.
The sites i have seen so far but would like more feedback on:
Digitaka
jdmtackleheaven.com
plat.co.jp
fishing.asian-portal.shop
Any other recommendations would also be appreciated.
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Originally Posted by markedman1132
Those are all good sites and I have purchased from all of them. There are many more....I would always advise to use sites that accept PayPal. It does not happen often but sometimes issues arise with broken rods or wrong item received. PayPal makes things go much easier if that situation arises. I would also advise you to know the normal paid price of the item you are looking for. Ebay has a lot of JDM gear, but a lot on Ebay is way overpriced
Regards
Thanks
I was planning on using Paypal and funding it with a Prepaid American Express Bluebird card so I am using cash to fund the card. That keeps me from actually charging a credit card and keeps me honest from spending money on gear that I don't have.
I would add to that list; all of the above-mentioned and following places I have used:
jpangler.com – great prices on rods, reasonable shipping (exceptionally fast: same day if you order early morning in Japan!), accept PayPal
japanlureshop.com – great prices on rods and often reels, one of the cheapest shipping charges I found, accept PayPal
japantackle.com – they prefer credit cards, but are very reputable, I did not hesitate, went without issues, amazing source of information.
In all cases, customer service is absolutely top notch.
north-one.jp – bought several rods from them that I couldn't find anywhere. Their prices fluctuate significantly, much like eBay, so you have to follow if the price is clearly inflated – it might come down significantly.
shimreels.com – rods again, here you'll find Evergreen Superiors and many other model series, but prices may bite.
I recently started using umiduri.jp – their line, lure, terminal tackle, accessory selection and stock are often unbeatable, reasonable shipping prices. Interface can be a bit awkward because there are separate sites for saltwater (umiduri itself), bass, trout, and bait. My experience has been excellent so far.
I have also ordered from Rakuten Japan via buyee.jp, per Alphahawk's recommendation (thank you). Haven't received the rod yet, but the prices you can find on Rakuten on some of the more expensive items are very hard to beat (been watching that rod for about a year...).
This is a big help. Thanks