About this piece
The Daiwa Gekkabijin Shirasu J 55S is a jointed sinking pencil designed to mimic shirasu and katakuchi baitfish. Its three-joint body produces a smooth, lifelike swimming action that entices even pressured rockfish. The unique belly weight chamber keeps the center of gravity low while maintaining a clear visual profile, and a tiny lower-jaw lip adds casting resistance and prevents surface blowout during fast retrieves.
Key features
- Three-joint body for fluid, natural baitfish action
- Belly weight chamber with three lead balls for stable, low-center-of-gravity performance
- Micro lip on lower jaw provides retrieve feel and stops the lure from skipping out
- SaqSas fluorine-coated treble hooks deliver up to 40% better penetration
- Effective depth range from 0.5 to 1.5 meters
- Optimized for medium-speed retrieves around one handle turn per second
Best for
- Targeting rockfish (mebaru) in deeper or faster-current situations
- Drift fishing and medium-paced straight retrieves
- Clear-water scenarios where a subtle, realistic presentation is key
- Matching shirasu and anchovy baitfish patterns
