Basic Squid Metal Fishing Method
1):Drop the rig: Lower the rig to the targeted depth (tana).

2):Entice: Give 2–3 small jerks (shakes).

3):Pause: Hold steady for 3–5 seconds, checking for rod tip bends or bites at your hand.

4):Hookset: When you feel a bite, strike immediately to hook the squid.

Repeat: If no bite, repeat the jerk-pause cycle or try a different depth.

1):Key Techniques: Balance of Motion and Pause
Always pause briefly after moving the jig (sutte).

2):Lift & Fall: Lift the rod sharply then let the rig fall slowly to entice squid.

3):Jerking Up: Perform several quick jerks in place, followed by a slow fall.

4):Shake: Move the rod in small, rapid motions to activate the jig’s action in place.

Additional Tips
1):Depth Adjustment: Squid’s preferred depth changes with time and current, so explore various depths.

2):Detecting Bites: Unlike fish, squid bites often feel like a gentle nodding of the rod tip or a slackening of tension.

3):Hookset Timing: Strike immediately upon detecting a bite.

4):Color Rotation: If bites are scarce, try changing the jig color.