Duo Reishaft

DUO was founded in Yaizu, Shizuoka Prefecture, in 1995. In 2025, we will celebrate our 30th anniversary.

At the time of its establishment, DUO was just a small startup with only 10 employees, including the current Chief Designer and CEO, Masahiro Adachi. Despite facing the challenges of Japan's economy, which was in the midst of a recession as a result of the aftermath of the 1980s bubble economy, DUO pushed forward with manufacturing, driven solely by its commitment to "Creating Products of the Highest Quality."

Over the past 30 years, we have produced over 600 products, sold in more than 130 countries. Additionally, through OEM projects for renowned domestic brands, the total number of products we have been involved in is even higher. The number of staff has now exceeded 200, and DUO has become one of Japan’s largest manufacturers of lures.

While many things have changed since our founding, our commitment to "Creating Products of the Highest Quality" has remained unwavering.

At this pivotal moment in our 30th anniversary, we are embarking on a new project. We are designing rods ourselves that will enable anglers to control the DUO lures we’ve created with maximum freedom and comfort. While there are countless rods on the market, none are specifically designed for DUO lures. By coincidence, a rod designer who had worked on many products for Japan’s leading rod brand has joined DUO, and the time has come to bring this project to life.

A new series of rods, designed by us, for DUO lures. This marks the beginning of the next 30 years of our journey.

The character "零" is commonly understood to represent the number 0 (zero), but its original meaning is "rain falling quietly." "雨" symbolizes rain, and "令" represents a person bowing their head in prayer to the Gods. In other words, it signifies the moment when a wish is fulfilled, and the rain of blessings begins to fall gently. Just as the relentless pursuit of anglers worldwide knows no end, so too does our journey in creating products. The only thing that can light our way when the path is unclear is our belief in "Making Products of the Highest Quality."

In pursuit of that pinnacle moment when something is born from nothing, we will continue to push forward in creating products without compromise.

The new Duo rods are designed specifically for spinning techniques. All models feature Fuji high-hardness SiC-S ring guides, set in lightweight titanium frames (color T2). The rod body is made with ultra-thin, low-resin pre-impregnated carbon layers. Each layer is applied in four different directions: vertically, horizontally, and diagonally, with a four-axis laminated fabric securing them all together.

RS-79ULS

This lightweight model is designed for casting light lures like the RYUKI 50-70S and jig heads such as the GIGA AJI HEAD.

The delicate and flexible tip section features an ultra-sensitive carbon solid tip. Its exceptional casting feel, sensitivity for detecting even the lightest bites, and excellent ability to reduce discomfort on the fish when biting the lure make it suitable for a wide range of targets in both saltwater and freshwater.

RS-86MLS

Designed for technical fishing that demands both casting accuracy and distance in small to medium rivers and harbors, using lures like the MANIC, TIDE MINNOW 95-140, AXION SLIM 85, and others.

The blank design is not only responsive but also offers strong resilience, minimizing the risk of losing fish during the fight, such as from the head shakes of Sea Bass, making it ideal for a wide range of targets.

RS-89MS

This model is crafted to achieve an optimal balance between operability and long-distance casting, designed for use with lures such as the TIDE MINNOW 175, WEDGE 95, LIMBER, DC-15, and more, in medium to large rivers, harbors, and inland bay surf.

It can handle a broad range of lures up to 40g, including long minnows, vibrations, sinking pencils, and metal jigs, making it suitable for targeting a variety of species, from Sea Bass and Flatfish to Pelagic fish.

RS-95HS

This high-power model is specifically designed to cast lures such as the BLAZIN 92-110, TIDE MINNOW GHOST, BUBBLY 135F, and more, aimed at targeting large Sea Bass around structures and other big species from rocky shorelines.

It features a robust blank that provides full control over heavy lures, while the durable butt section is designed to absorb the powerful struggles of large fish.

Its lightweight construction and smooth handling help minimize physical strain during extended fishing sessions.