Paul GaskellShokuryōshi: Tenkara’s Founding FathersWhat possible benefit to you — a modern outdoors enthusiast or fly fisher — could come from knowing about Japan’s historic professional…Mar 9, 2019Mar 9, 2019
Paul GaskellBamboo Tenkara Rod Building: Origins and OwnershipThe original bamboo tenkara rod was a raw, functional tool — an honest and basic instrument. This is the noble, rustic tool used by the…Apr 14, 2018Apr 14, 2018
Paul GaskellYuzo Sebata-san: A Life of AdventureYuzo Sebata was in trouble. Miles of steep rock-face descents and rough mountain forest terrain separated him from the nearest road. On…Mar 26, 2018Mar 26, 2018
Paul GaskellMatagi: Spiritual Hunters of Japan’s Snowy MountainsThe rules and traditions of the Japanese bear-hunting clans known as Matagi are said to date from either the 8th or 11th Century (depending…Feb 26, 20181Feb 26, 20181