Tokyo Rig Spinning System Tungsten Weight Glass Bead Hook Perch Zander

Tokyo Rig Spinning System is a ready-to-use rig built around a tungsten weight, a glass bead and a hook, designed for targeting perch and zander. The Tokyo Rig presents a hook that stands off the main weight, allowing the bait to sit above the bottom and move freely, which helps reduce the chance of snagging on bottom obstacles.

The rig is built around a tungsten weight, which offers noticeably better aerodynamic properties than a comparable lead weight. This translates into a longer cast for the same effort, which is useful when fish are holding further out or when fishing from the bank into open water.

Unlike lead, the tungsten weight does not deform as easily when it hits rocks, gravel or hard bottom. It keeps its shape over repeated casts and retrieves, so the rig continues to perform consistently throughout a session.

The tungsten weight is also significantly more compact than a lead weight of the same mass, up to around 50% smaller. A smaller profile is less likely to spook wary fish, and it also helps the rig sink quickly and stay in contact with the bottom.

Because tungsten is harder than lead, the weight produces a sharper, louder sound when it knocks against the bottom. This extra noise can act as an additional attractor, drawing fish towards the rig and encouraging investigation.

The glass bead sits between the weight and the hook link, adding a visual and audible element to the presentation while protecting the connection. The hook is suited to a range of soft baits and natural baits, making the rig versatile across different sessions.

The Tokyo Rig is available in several weights to suit different depths, currents and casting distances: 3.5 g, 5.3 g, 7.2 g, 8.8 g, 10.6 g and 14 g. Lighter weights are useful for shallow or calm water, while heavier weights help hold bottom in deeper water or stronger flow.

This rig is a practical choice for perch and zander fishing, particularly when fishing over snaggy or uneven bottoms where a standard presentation might tangle or catch. Its combination of a compact tungsten weight, a glass bead and a stand-off hook makes it a useful addition to a predator angler's tackle box.

Technical Specifications:

Brand – ZR
Model – Tokyo Rig
Product Type – Spinning Rig / Tokyo Rig
Weight Material – Tungsten
Weight Shape – Aerodynamic
Weight Size – Up to 50% smaller than equivalent lead weight
Bead – Glass Bead
Hook – Included
Available Weights – 3.5 g, 5.3 g, 7.2 g, 8.8 g, 10.6 g, 14 g
Target Species – Perch, Zander
Fishing Technique – Spinning / Predator Fishing
Key Features – Reduced snagging, longer casting, non-deforming weight, louder bottom contact