Mail From Japan! Will It Catch Minnesota Smallmouth?

It's a beautiful fall morning in Minnesota, let's hop in the kayak and chase some smallmouth! On this trip I'm fishing a custom topwater lure sent from a subscriber in Japan!
Gear Used:
Lure: HandSome PopSlider
Reel: Quantum VP100HPT amzn.to/3kDRV1C
Rod: St Croix BassX 6'6" MH F amzn.to/33NWlMH
Line: Power Pro Super Slick V2 30lb amzn.to/32T7UmG
Pliers: Umpqua Rivergrip amzn.to/2HlAK6O
Net: Frabill 3673 amzn.to/3kAUxgP
Anchor: Power Pole Micro amzn.to/2FVMtbp
Kayak: Wilderness Systems Tarpon 120

[@handsomelures]

I'm the creator of the PopSlider.I am very grateful for the opportunity to introduce you to my lure.Thank you very much. And thank you Mr.Fukuhara.

[@macchinedeltempo6469]

handsomelures I had to stop mid video to search for your website. What a treat for my eyes! Than I found your lures on-line, and with the prices like that I wouldn’t even try to tie it up on my line. :) But seriously, have you ever consider to offer your beautiful work here in US?

[@handsomelures]

Macchine del tempo Thanks for finding my site. I understand your feelings very well.However, if you ever get a chance to get your hands on one of my lures, I trust you will understand why the price is so high. I would love to sell them in the US and I've already shipped a few lures to the US.

[@macchinedeltempo6469]

handsomelures I am not complaining about the price. I totally get it, just by looking at the pictures. Do you sell directly to the customers or one have to go through the retailer to buy your lures?

[@handsomelures]

Macchine del tempo I'm selling direct now, but if you know of any stores that would be interested in my lures, please refer me to them. Thank you for your kindness. Please DM me if you'd like.

[@drew349]

good lookin lures :)

[@danielobeirne883]

Opening footage is epic. Looks like you're paddling over a colourful reef!

[@alexmac7359]

So freaking beautiful

[@saint52vvs]

So sick

[@Treeezzz]

10 seconds in and I'm smashing the like button.

[@UnknownUser-xp1dp]

Reminds me of something out of star wars the phantom menace.

[@johnfinn3787]

Agreed

[@CutterGuard]

Love this dude. He has a perfect voice and amazing footage

[@SuperCinnamon1day]

Exactly! He’s like the Bob Ross of fishing videos.

[@Jeff-so3kj]

@@SuperCinnamon1day That is exactly what my wife says about him.

[@johnwayne5620]

@@SuperCinnamon1day ha. I just said that. Bob Ross/Mr. Rogers

[@markusantonio4866]

ASMR

[@johnwayne5620]

@@markusantonio4866 YES!!!

[@cecapfishing9882]

Thanks for sharing, Matt! I'm partially deaf and sound isn't really a game changer for me, but your videos are the exception I absolutely refuse to watch them if I'm not in a quiet environment and today I've had my grandmother passing by and hearing the sound of you rowing on the river, asked me to send her your video, which she watched till the end, without understanding anything you said (we are Brazilians) just for the scenery and sounds You certainly did it right when you decided to dedicate the time you do for a good sound 🙏🏻

[@reiffy76]

Hands down, best fishing channel!

[@SHARKY72]

Chris Reifenstein kayak catfish is also like this guy he’s good to watch

[@pogostickkid3690]

Yes sir

[@SpitingFire13]

Agreed. 100% my favorite channel to drink my morning coffee with.

[@Sixx2099]

Das ist er wirklich!

[@stonedokie]

I dunno ole Richard Gene right up there, but yes he is deff top 3

[@charlesr.aliffjr.4050]

Man, that 20", 5 lb. smallie was a tank! Beautiful colored fish too...

[@spideymcgee4718]

That opening scenery is absolutely incredible.

[@variable303]

"Will it catch smallmouth?" - Given that you can catch smallies with random lego pieces, I didn't need to watch the video to know you'll catch fish with it. I could probably send you a used nailclipper and you'd catch a 20 incher.

[@name3067]

This man could tie on a plastic bottle with a hook and catch smallies

[@larryvilla6869]

Idk if Minnesota is just super low pressured so the bass are super aggressive, but I bet he could probably catch a fish on a dog turd over there.

[@horaiyo]

The Chewbacca lure was my first thought too when I saw the video title.

[@jigsawalwayswins8636]

@@larryvilla6869 I live here and bass fish everyday. They are actually very finicky. Goes to show you he is really good at what he does

[@larryvilla6869]

@@jigsawalwayswins8636 I wasn't sure but if that's the case that's crazy

[@haydensteder7348]

Those reflections at the beginning are incredible

[@DoubleBogeyBass]

I’m starting to be convinced that these smallies are your pets and you have them trained to hit on command 😂😂. Another great video, that opening scene is epic too!

[@larsonwilliams1326]

I live in Minnesota and I have a cabin up north and it's like this lake

[@MrDuffy81]

I think you have a one in 10,000 chance of being correct.

[@MrDuffy81]

nick sweeney LOL!

[@larsonwilliams1326]

@@MrDuffy81 ?

[@MrDuffy81]

Larson Williams Over your head...

[@joshwhaley7049]

Why do the Japanese make everything so damn artistic and functional?? Now I want to order some Japanese popsliders....

[@andrewiantorno6942]

@Nickhead87 it's because they have great craftsmen ship, and buildmen ship. Which is a rare thing in America these days, I love the JDM fishing brands.

[@stonefox9124]

The pursuit of perfection is the way of the samurai

[@English_MoFo]

Buy a new Honda. They never break down ride like new with 80k miles on them.

[@johnwilliamson2276]

I am always glad to see another of your videos pop up on my feed. Never disappointed! Whenever I get a topwater lure I try to change out the trebble hooks for doubles. They ride the grass much better.

[@SkateNdie]

Does wonders for me too

[@SkateNdie]

I just clip the bottom one of if it's on a split ring

[@ethan.t6451]

It's my wish to get a kayak and go fishing, I only fish from shore and would really step up my game. Awesome video as always!!

[@ethan.t6451]

@DrBASScatcher 2007 yeah, hopefully our wishes come true one day!!

[@jackstraw8145]

Got a 2 seater inflatable kayak with pump and paddles for less than 200 last year. Had it in the Gulf and couple lakes. So far no worries. Extra careful with hooks! Similar material as white water rafts I assume. Pretty fun, and it will fit in a backseat easily.

[@ethan.t6451]

@@jackstraw8145 Lucky...

[@Madisonrvr]

That five pounder was beautifully colored as well. Awesome fish.

[@chevydude5o2]

You're like the Bob Ross of bass fishing, lol, relaxing to watch

[@AjLynn45thParallelFishing]

Ah Yes ~ "Please be a Bass !" - We northern anglers are all too familiar with that plead to the angling Gods ~ Enjoyed It ~ Nicely Done.

[@armandorjusino]

World class scenery, superb fishing, not a single soul in sight, no trash or waste, even people who send you lures from all over the planet, you sir have no idea how lucky you are.

[@wilwilkerson4518]

new favorite youtuber. these videos are so soothing, and he completely embodies the spirit of fishing.

[@alexasanchez5414]

Beautiful Smallmouth out there! Nothing better than a cup of coffee and watching some new NDYAK Angler 🎣❣ keep up the amazing content

[@NoGloveNoLove.]

My 1 year old daughter and I are watching this video while cuddling , she is going for her afternoon nap. She will watch and listen til she falls asleep, she has been watching me at the cottage and I will show her each fish , she will touch and smile. We will be watching for future videos, thank you bud

[@ccjmanray8202]

NDYA: I like it when you demonstrate a lure's action at the beginning of the video.

[@paulowens8972]

Not another fisherman in sight! Heaven!

[@WestonHays]

My boyfriend and I were so excited to see you uploaded this video! Glad to see you back!! Hands down best fishing channel on KZbin.

[@kevininasia]

The opening clip looks like a painting. I was half expecting Bob Ross to step into the frame and start dabbing paint on it...

[@BassNoCap]

FINALLYYYYYYYYYYY i've been waiting weeks for this.

[@Redditstorytime777]

YES! A new upload!!!

[@fatsidekick]

Good lord how beautiful was that water in the morning!

[@stringandreed]

Enjoy your channel. Thanks for getting me fishing again

[@bmarshp20]

This is the epitome of why KZbin is amazing. Minnesota Legend fishing a lure from a viewer in Japan.

[@truebalsamhogs]

Nice work. I appreciate your humane treatment of the fish you catch. Thanks for making videos of your outings.

[@JRec-ql5fc]

opening shot i yelled, "OH MY GOD" very loud. that's how beautiful that lake shot is. bravo. And the tail fin on that 20incher is huge

[@michaelsimko7694]

That last smallie was a TANK! Couldn't believe the girth on that big girl!

[@matteobusne6777]

ahoi there! love your way of fishing, greetings from Italy

[@charlesnoyes3051]

What a beautiful sunrise.

[@chadleebaldwin3209]

Keep up the good work man i love your vids with smallies

[@chrisbarnacle6262]

That sound is just lovely

[@kyleshooked594]

Awesome! Thanks so much for sharing! Your content always makes me smile!

[@trevormeredith3709]

I shout out your channel on every social media platform when people are telling there favorite fishing KZbinrs, you are an absolute legend your locations and videos are 100 times better than ever other youruber

[@mikerobertson1781]

I haven't been here for a few weeks but that opening footage immediately reminded just how special these videos by NDYakAngler are. The video quality is superb, the sound is amazing and the commentary, as always, is just the zen tonic we need in these troubled times. Thank you, thank you, thank you. PS Nice lure Takeshi!

[@michaelpostin1806]

Great reflection with clouds!!!

[@alexanderbaker1808]

Ready to go to sleep after hearing you talk for 15 mins. Suuuper relaxing

[@luster5497]

Holy Bass!!!! That Sceneries is Everything!!!

[@DewDrinker87]

OMG! He’s back! 3 weeks... so excited to watch!!!

[@grahammarshall9562]

Another beautifully calming video. Thank you for sharing...

[@rosscampbell4884]

Stunning sunrise

[@user-hs3ro3cj1g]

Great opening shot of the sunrise.

[@george8214]

Gorgeous morning and beautiful video! That popper looked like an art piece but I truly think with you it’s about 85% presentation and 15% lure choice because I’ve seen you catch awesome fish on EVERYTHING you throw! (Spider, snake, etc.).

[@kevinjtoner]

Your videos always make my day.......Thank you Matt !!! 👍🎣

[@kylehassett6798]

I just got my Pop Slider and Tail Bop in the mail last week. The quality of the lures are insane. Haven’t fished em yet, but I’m looking forward to it.

[@doster59]

We want more! We want more! Just love the videos, thanks for taking us along. That lure gives me an idea for a winter project!

[@ffinkral]

You should really do a live Q & A. I have so many questions. Lol. Love your videos.

[@GHuber-xh5vv]

I appreciate how you treat the fish

[@aaronvaughn7013]

Beautiful setting, and a beautiful lure, with a super peaceful and mellow dude. Love these videos keep it up man.

[@Ijustcantbelievethis]

Wow! Way to go! That morning paddle into the sunrise was stunning, then you open a hand-painted lure from japan. Wow. You’re winning, brother. Cheers!

[@pauldaniels921]

What a beautiful video! Fantastic start and a cracking fish to finish. Thankyou so much. 👍👍🎣🎣

[@Munkman]

I love your videos. They inspired me to kayak fish. I Also love the calm audio, no crazy music, or over the top reactions. You remind me of SteaveMRE here on KZbin

[@BravoBassin]

never get's old watching your video's man! always good and always some amazing fish catches! you definitely have your fishing area's well dialed in!

[@jonbohn3854]

your casting skills are A+

[@leetreado3801]

That sunrise was beautiful.....then the smallies, what a great day on the water.

[@roryvonmeyer2643]

The opening shot is breathtaking

[@NodakKid83]

Matt, as always another great video! Thank you. 🙏 Be safe and have fun out there 🎣

[@zzxxyy22]

Thanks for the show

[@bobbyswain7049]

Another day in paradise.....nice job

[@usad.8507]

What a beautiful land! And fishes!

[@kp3646]

Got to love the science and artistry involved in lure making

[@liambeach6470]

“”Beautiful” September morning” is probably one of your biggest under statements, looks drop dead gorgeous 😂

[@victorsimonsen921]

mr bronze back doing it again love to watch these videos cant get enough thanks for sharing

[@JerseyJoel]

Those smallies fight so hard! The area you fish looks so awesome - a fisherman's paradise!

[@kylearmstrong4559]

Dude your videos are awesome keep on going man good luck.

[@colt5029]

I love this guy. No chick fil a, no SPILLWAY MONSTER, just fishing asmr

[@Jmabitibi-t1983]

It's wonderful! I like the colors.

[@maj2600]

That pre-sunrise shot just blew me away.

[@brianwehrstedt6712]

What an amazing sunrise!! Beautiful country your in

[@barryseal4853]

Great video as always! Fished from a kayak for the first time last weekend and I will be getting one for myself soon.

[@sidstone8845]

Beautiful view and reflection

[@waynefilmalter8516]

Impressive how well that popper worked !!!

[@mrmojohh9499]

Nothing more relaxing than watching these videos.

[@boomergun]

I just saw the TV news story about you going full time. It was a good story! Congrats, it is well deserved!!!

[@Splattertube]

I was sharing your channel with a customer today, saying how relaxing and wonderful the views and the videos are. And then you do this! Wonderful.

[@alexanderbrown5425]

Thank you for being such a calm, articulate fishing KZbinr. A breath of fresh air!

[@gregtrapp3410]

Wow! The water was like glass. I love it. It reminds me of being at our cabin in the Park Rapids MN area. It's hard to beat top water action! Thanks for sharing.

[@emilystacy1564]

Love the mail vid,thanks for weighing what you measured..keep them comeing

[@differentfins]

So beautiful this time of year, September and October in the outdoors is my heaven on earth. 5 pounds for a 20" bass is crazy. Usually 4 pounds at that length. I love when they are the shape of a football. As usual great video!

[@davebrittain9216]

When you opened the video with the gorgeous morning all I could think was I wish I was there too! I just love being on the water! All the stress just slips away.

[@johnnymurray55]

Opening looks like a painting with an animated kayak. Beautiful.

[@longz4936]

Beautiful popper, very well made!

[@65elcamino283]

With 100% respect, you are the Bob Ross of fishing

[@NickyNugs]

wow that's an awesome paint job

[@ftgphantom621]

Beautiful lake

[@erikfrankfurt4650]

You, sir, are the best at netting and handling the fish you catch. I've been watching your channel for a while and I'm constantly impressed.

[@magnuslukic7144]

Love your videos man keep up the great work

[@Sixx2099]

I am so glad that you are back 🙏 still rewatching the video with you grandpa's old lure. You catching that big bass. It is my favourite fishing video of all time.

[@garybond3663]

That’s an awesome lure. Glad you had a great outing.

[@larryvilla6869]

Well it's good to see someone catch fish last time I was out I caught a bullfrog on a topwater frog. I thought it was a big ol largie waking on my lure.

[@ferndelisle]

Gorgeous opening shot and a really cool bait

[@Jacky-fl3ut]

You should do these mail calls more often ! Great viewing interesting checking out something different

[@twetenfishing7518]

Saw your write up in the local news here, congrats on going full time! 127k more subscribers and I'm doing the same thing ha.

[@newpatch36]

@newlyhooked link to the news story?

[@twetenfishing7518]

newpatch36 www.inforum.com/northland-outdoors/6667211-Fargo-man-becomes-international-fishing-sensation-on-KZbin

[@turdsniffer9612]

You guys have so much beautiful water in Minnesota I wish I could pack up and move there

[@crazywolf156]

Absolutely loved the reflection on the glass smooth lake. Those are the rare MN reefs.