The Kyokushou Ishidai rod, renowned for its traditional features, maintains the Ishidai's characteristic "biting performance" that doesn't make the fish feel uncomfortable with the tip and grip. In addition to the Spiral X Core and High Power X technology that prevents rod twisting and collapsing, it also incorporates the highly efficient, muscle-like material Muscle Carbon. This evolution in blank performance supports every step of the process, from the precise presentation of the rig to a powerful fight that doesn't let the fish take control.
In the details, it’s meticulously tailored for the fishing method, with a focus on guide size, joint construction, and tip selection to enhance operability, sensitivity, and biting performance. Furthermore, titanium is used for the guides and tip fittings, ensuring a smooth, responsive action. Every movement is streamlined, improving precision with every cast, clearly defining the process of approaching the target.
In 2025, two new models, the 540 Far Casting and 525 Kuchi-shiro, will be introduced, expanding the lineup to better suit a wide range of Ishidai fishing scenarios.
540 ENTO
The 540 ENTO rod surpasses conventional distance rods, focusing on enhancing casting performance. By incorporating the X-Guides Cast Titanium at the base guide and completely reconfiguring the guide arrangement, this rod is optimized for long-distance performance. The blanks are designed for high elasticity, which results in a lighter rod with improved resilience. The rod delivers exceptional control and distance casting abilities, ensuring the precise output of force during casts. Additionally, the sensitivity for bottom detection has been significantly enhanced, allowing for more accurate placement of tackle on the correct spot. The rod's ability to balance "distance casting," "control," and "bottom detection" makes it a highly strategic tool for precise and effective fishing.
KEY FEATURE A masterpiece rod advancing with the fusion of tradition and cutting-edge technology.
The Kyokushou Ishidai has evolved with Shimano’s latest technologies, while maintaining the traditional “biting performance” that doesn’t make the Ishidai feel any discomfort from the tip to the grip. With the addition of Spiral X Core, High Power X, and Muscle Carbon, the blank is powered up to increase the precision of rig presentation, while eliminating twisting and collapsing of the rod. This results in a powerful rod capable of withstanding the intense pressure from Ishidai, allowing for a fight with the fish without losing control.
Optimized guide size, joint construction, and tip selection enhance operability, sensitivity, and biting performance, while titanium parts in the tip and guides offer a lightweight, responsive action. Sensitivity is improved, which makes it easier to detect the fish’s bottom contact—allowing the fisherman to place the bait exactly where the Ishidai is feeding or running. This rod guarantees more precise fishing than ever before, making it the quintessential choice.
540 Far Casting Feature (2025 New Model)
Capable of targeting large Ishidai lurking at distant points with high accuracy.
By casting the rig farther, more potential fishing spots open up, increasing the chances of encountering large Ishidai in deeper waters. The Kyokushou Ishidai 540 Far Casting uses the Spiral X Core and High Power X technologies, along with the muscle-like Muscle Carbon material, to improve elasticity, reduce weight, and increase resilience. This allows for strong, precise casts that expand your fishing area. The high-foot X-Guides Cast Titanium in size #3 enhances the far casting performance.
Additionally, for targeting large Ishidai near submerged rocks or areas frequented by feeding fish, bottom contact sensitivity is crucial. With the stiffened blank, the fisherman will feel the bottom more clearly, allowing precise placement of the bait in key areas. The rod’s power also excels in pulling large Ishidai from deep waters with ease. This rod enhances the enjoyment and potential of long-distance fishing.
525 Kuchi-shiro Feature (2025 New Model)
A rod that balances powerful strength and excellent biting performance, allowing you to catch dream-sized fish.
To battle the powerful Kuchijiro (white* snapper), a rod must possess immense backbone strength. But it also needs the right action to ensure successful hooksets in these cunning giants. The Kyokushou Ishidai 525 Kuchi-shiro is a 5.25m rod that works well for both hand-held and stationary fishing techniques. By revising the connection between sections #2 and #3, the traditional biting performance of the Kyokushou Ishidai has been improved, significantly enhancing the "bite-in" performance when using a stationary rod.
With Spiral X Core and High Power X technologies, plus the addition of Muscle Carbon, the rod is resistant to twisting and collapsing while offering strong, resilient power. The 17-piece all-titanium guide system, along with thickened sections at the base, ensures a smooth bending action and allows you to face powerful and relentless Kuchijiro runs without losing control. Additionally, the two-piece tip allows quick removal from the rod holder for efficient, powerful actions. This rod offers an advantage in battling giant fish.
500 Handheld Feature
A lightweight rod designed to improve sensitivity, operability, and power for hand-held Ishidai fishing.
The 500 Handheld is a lightweight rod that enhances sensitivity and power, making it ideal for locating and presenting bait to Ishidai. With smaller-diameter guides near the tip, it achieves delicate operations, allowing the fisherman to precisely drop the bait where it is needed. Whether it’s connecting a high-activity strike to a smooth run or detecting subtle bites from wary fish, the rod responds with ease. The rod features a parallel joint design, making the handle thicker for better balance, improving hook-setting performance, and providing enough power to stop even the strongest Ishidai runs.
This rod ensures high-precision fishing, allowing for more aggressive and accurate approaches to catching your target.
540 Stationary Rod Feature
Perfect for placing rigs in key locations and watching the rod tip bend with a strike.
The ideal stationary rod needs to offer precise sensitivity, solid biting performance, and effective hook-setting power. With small-diameter guides at the tip, the 540 Stationary Rod enhances sensitivity and visual responsiveness, ensuring even the smallest bites are clearly felt. The rod sections are designed to provide a smooth, gradual bend as the Ishidai takes the bait, while also ensuring seamless hook setting. With a parallel joint construction, this rod offers powerful performance, allowing you to maintain control during a fight without losing power. The rod also features a two-piece tip for fast rod removal, giving you the ability to react quickly to even the largest fish.
FEATURES
Elastomer Grip The grip is designed to prevent slipping even with wet hands, ensuring a firm hold.
Plywood Reinforced Resin Butt (Double-Action Tip, 525 Kuchi-shiro, 540 Stationary, 540 Far Casting) The double-action tip features grooves at the top and the butt for easy removal from the rod holder. The groove at the butt makes it simple to detach from the piton with just a slight forward movement of the rod. The material used is plywood reinforced with resin for durability.
Plywood Reinforced Resin Butt (500 Handheld) The butt is made of plywood reinforced with resin. It is a small, easy-to-hold design, ideal for handheld fishing.
High-Quality Rear End Loop The end rope can be easily attached or detached, offering convenience during use.
Titanium Tip Cap Made of titanium, known for its corrosion resistance and lightweight properties, the tip cap enhances the durability and overall performance of the rod.
Logo-Engraved Tip Plug An original tip plug featuring the Ishidai logo, adding a personalized touch to the rod.
X-Guides Cast Titanium (540 Far Casting) Specifically designed for far casting, the X-Guides Cast Titanium offers the best possible casting distance and tangle-free performance. The four-legged frame reduces twisting and bending during casts, efficiently transmitting power to the rod. Additionally, by reducing the rigidity in the vertical direction (the rod's bending direction), the rod bends smoothly, which improves both distance and control.
Titanium Frame Lowrider SiC Guides Guides designed to avoid line tangling, using a titanium frame and SiC rings to reduce weight and prevent interference during use.
Guide Alignment Mark Provides easy visual cues for proper guide alignment, ensuring accurate setup.
Removable Anti-Slip Thread Wrap An anti-slip thread wrap designed for easy removal, providing better control and stability when necessary.
Rod Bag A rod bag that allows storage with the reel attached, offering convenience and protection during transport.
The Kyokushou Ishidai rod, renowned for its traditional features, maintains the Ishidai's characteristic "biting performance" that doesn't make the fish feel uncomfortable with the tip and grip. In addition to the Spiral X Core and High Power X technology that prevents rod twisting and collapsing, it also incorporates the highly efficient, muscle-like material Muscle Carbon. This evolution in blank performance supports every step of the process, from the precise presentation of the rig to a powerful fight that doesn't let the fish take control. 
