Shimano Futen Gen Shishiku
Shimano Futen Gen Shishiku is a flagship multi-piece Hera crucian carp fishing rod series that represents the culmination of Shimano's carbon rod engineering and traditional Japanese craftsmanship. Building on the prestigious Futen Gen series introduced in 1994, Shishiku combines advanced blank construction, carefully engineered rod action and elegant traditional finishing to deliver an exceptionally refined fishing experience.
Developed in response to increasingly large crucian carp and evolving fishing techniques, the series offers greater fighting power while preserving the smooth, progressive Honcho action prized by experienced Hera anglers. Rather than relying on excessive stiffness, the blank bends naturally into the middle section, absorbing fish movements while maintaining precise control.
Shimano's innovative Shishiku Theory employs unequal section lengths to optimize bending characteristics, casting performance and balance. This design delivers remarkably light, effortless casting and highly accurate bait placement while retaining the strength required to control powerful fish.
Spiral X Core construction reinforces resistance to twisting and crushing without unnecessarily increasing blank diameter, improving stability and responsiveness. Tip construction is carefully matched to rod length and intended application.
The 7, 8 and 9 models feature solid tips, while the 10. 5, 12 and 13.
5 models employ semi-solid tips. These shorter models incorporate Taftec Infinity high-strength solid-tip technology, which offers approximately three times the wrap-around strength and five times the bending capacity of conventional solid tips in Shimano's comparative testing.
The longer 15, 16. 5, 18, 19.
5 and 21 models use tubular tips to provide efficient handling and control over greater distances. Micro Mawari Lillian rotating line connectors minimize line tangling, improve water shedding and provide a compact, smooth connection between the rod and fishing line.
Tough Lillian technology improves resistance to ultraviolet deterioration, achieving more than three times the abrasion strength of conventional connectors after Shimano's accelerated UV-aging tests. The Shittori Ayaori Grip II uses a finely woven textured surface and exceptionally small butt cap to transmit rod feedback directly to the hand while reducing discomfort during extended fishing sessions.
The traditional stepped lacquer finish and decorative reinforced joint sections preserve the visual elegance of premium Japanese Hera rods while contributing to functional strength and durability. Each rod is supplied with a water-repellent embroidered two-layer rod bag featuring a dedicated pocket for the joint plugs.
The fishing rod lineup comprises eleven models from 7 to 21 shaku, corresponding to lengths from 2. 10 m to 6.
30 m, with three-, four-, five- and six-section configurations. All fishing rods feature parallel-joint construction and a traditional Honcho action.
The series also includes four matching accessories: a compact two-piece rod rest, a standard two-piece rod rest, a compact one-and-a-half-piece landing-net handle and a standard two-piece landing-net handle. These accessories are designed to complement the appearance and functionality of the Futen Gen Shishiku system.
Combining powerful yet forgiving action, exceptional casting precision, sophisticated balance and refined traditional aesthetics, Shimano Futen Gen Shishiku is designed for serious Hera anglers seeking outstanding performance across a wide range of fishing venues, seasons and techniques.
