Swordtip Squid, Spear Squid, Japanese Common Squid
Night Squid Fishing
Master the night sea,
Purpose-Built for Omorig
Purpose-Built for Omorig
Night squid fishing for swordtip squid (kensaki-ika), spear squid (yari-ika) and Japanese common squid (surume-ika).
The ideal form and action, tuned for every technique: dropper rigs, ika-metal and omorig.
Power Proven on the Water
The Ideal Fall Speed: 1m per 5 Seconds
In early development the lure was designed for a dead-slow fall (1m per 10 seconds), but depending on conditions it could be hard to draw bites. By tuning it to a fall rate of 1m per 4–5 seconds—balanced to work across a wide range of currents and depths and to match the rig—bites increased dramatically. It delivers the ideal fall speed that, in omorig, outperforms a metal jig when the squid are inactive or the water temperature is low.
A Vertical Jump That Captivates Swordtip Squid
Night squid fishing is a vertical technique in which the rig is dropped straight down, so vertical movement matters more than horizontal action. A light twitch sends the egi jumping upward, then it settles into a stable, dead-steady fall that tempts the squid. On-the-water testing has proven that swordtip squid respond strongly to this vertical jump action. From action to stay to fall, every motion is efficient, drawing out even large parasol-size squid without spooking them.
Shines When the Bite Is Slow
The greatest strength of omorig is its ability to out-fish a metal jig when the squid are inactive or the water temperature is low. The MonroEgi Yodaki Tune uses a high-buoyancy body of rigid urethane foam; its sharp head and fat waist grip the current to hold an exquisite balance. A natural, nose-down fall gets even low-activity squid to commit.
A Scientific Approach to Glow Colors
In night squid fishing, glow (luminous) colors are most effective after sunset (before sunset, keimura UV colors work well). The MonroEgi Yodaki Tune features KEYSTONE's own diverse glow tones—pink glow, orange glow, yellow glow and more. Alongside proven red-base and green-base colors, the lineup also includes non-glow models with silhouette and flashing effects. By switching between them according to sea conditions, time of day and squid species, you can pinpoint the hot color of the day.
Rugged Crown Hooks Built for Big Squid
Despite their compact No.2.5 and No.3.0 sizes, these egi carry two rows of rugged No.4-class crown hooks (kanna). Normally a small egi has little buoyancy, so fitting heavy hooks throws off its balance—but the high buoyancy of rigid urethane foam makes it possible to mount rugged crown hooks that can handle even parasol-class swordtip squid. You can fight with confidence across every technique: dropper rigs, ika-metal and omorig.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between omorig and ika-metal?
Omorig uses an inline sinker to drift the egi in the mid-water column. Ika-metal uses a metal jig as the main lure with an egi or sutte attached as a dropper. The MonroEgi Yodaki Tune works with both techniques, and in omorig especially it outperforms a metal jig when the squid are inactive.
Why do glow colors work in night squid fishing?
In night squid fishing, glow (luminous) colors give the squid a strong visual appeal in the dark. After sunset in particular, glow colors charged by the boat's deck lights or an underwater light are highly effective. The MonroEgi Yodaki Tune offers a diverse glow color lineup—pink glow, orange glow, yellow glow and more—so you can switch colors to match the sea conditions.
Why is fall speed so important?
Because night squid fishing drops the egi vertically, fall speed directly affects how the squid respond. The ideal fall speed of about 1m per 5 seconds copes with a wide range of currents and depths and balances well with the rig. Too dead-slow and bites drop off; too fast and the squid grow wary. The MonroEgi Yodaki Tune delivers a fall speed optimized through years of on-the-water testing.
Can it be used for squid other than swordtip squid?
Yes. It works for all squid targeted in night fishing, including swordtip squid (kensaki-ika), spear squid (yari-ika) and Japanese common squid (surume-ika). Swordtip squid in particular respond strongly to the vertical jump action, so the MonroEgi Yodaki Tune's jumping action is extremely effective. And because it carries rugged crown hooks that can handle even large parasol-size squid, you can fight an unexpected big one with confidence.
Which size should I choose?
No.2.5 suits shallow water and small to medium targets, while No.3.0 is better for deeper spots and larger squid. In omorig, factor in the balance with the inline sinker and choose according to depth, current and target size. When using it as an ika-metal dropper, we recommend starting with No.2.5 while checking the balance against the metal jig.
Recommended Rigs
Color Variations
26 Colors
26 Colors
Full Glow White
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Yellow Glow Green
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Full Pink Glow
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Orange Glow Red
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Red Base Yellow Glow
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Real Bait Blue
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Green Base Purple
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Red Base Blue
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Full Black
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Full Blue Glow
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Red Shine
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Green Shine
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Blue Shine
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Galaxy Glow Olive
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Galaxy Glow Green
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Galaxy Glow Purple
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Purple Base Purple
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Pink Glow Purple
No.2.5 / No.3.0
GG Black
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Red GG Purple Black
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Gold GG Black
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Green GG Black
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Full Pink Glow Black
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Red Head Black
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Yellow Head Black
No.2.5 / No.3.0
Red UV GG Black
No.2.5 / No.3.0
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Price, Specs & More
No.2.5 (10g) Open Price
No.3.0 (12g) Open Price
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