Japanese Flies

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Many flies are tied in “reverse hackle” meaning the hackle of the fly fans forward towards the eye of the

Japanese's flies are mainly tied to represent an insect that is common to an area instead of replicating insects. Americans focus more on details in their flies so the fly is a similar to the real thing as possible. The Japanese instead use materials with colors that could represent a large range of insects. Although this is a large difference between both arts of fly tying, both have been very effective in catching fish. Japanese fly designs are even used to fish many types of trout. Japanese fly tying is also seen as an art and in many ways has been expanded on specifically for the purpose of creating. Wild colors, materials, and textures are used to create exocentric flies for exhibitions and shows.

References

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