>>2132284It absolutely is better. In general, Japs don't mind spending more for quality over quantity. But specifically, their inshore waters are heavily pressured so their techniques have to be that much more refined. That's why you see a lot of fancy finesse gear coming out of Japan. Here in murrica a spiderman spincaster combo, giant red-white bobber, rusty eagle claw hooks, and some fucking worms you dug out are good enough for your local untouched pristine stream or lake.