Sakura Stingray Oppaï 1.5 – 70mm 3.5g

Sakura Stingray Oppaï 1.5 – 70mm 3.5g

The Finesse Specialist for Multi-Jig Rigging

The Sakura Stingray Oppaï 1.5 is a specialized ultra-light soft jig designed for the “Oppaï” style of cephalopod fishing. Unlike standard weighted jigs that are cast individually, these smaller, supple lures are typically used in a “dropper” or “sabiki” style rig. The Soft PVC body is the core of its success; it mimics the natural texture of a small prey fish or shrimp, encouraging squid and cuttlefish to maintain their grip longer than they would on a hard plastic lure.

At just 3.5g and 70mm, this lure offers a delicate, lifelike presence in the water. Its high-tech PVC skin is engineered to capture and retain heat and light, while the combination of UV-reactive and phosphorescent finishes ensures it remains a visible target in the dark or at significant depths.

Key Specifications

Where & How to Use It

• Oppaï “Dropper” Rigs: This is the primary use for the 1.5 size. Mount 2 or 3 of these jigs on short droppers above a heavier lead or a weighted “anchor” jig (like the Stingray Dart 3.5). This allows you to “carpet” different layers of the water column simultaneously.

• Finesse Harbor Fishing: When fishing in very calm, shallow water or around pier lights, the 3.5g weight allows for a slow, hypnotic descent that doesn’t spook wary squid.

• Boat “Tataki” Style: In deeper water from a boat, these jigs are shaken aggressively and then paused. The soft body creates a subtle vibration that triggers strikes during the “quiet” moments of the retrieve.

• Night Sessions: The Phosphorescent 3D eye acts as a beacon. By charging the lure with a UV torch, you create a soft, organic glow that mimics bioluminescent plankton or small baitfish.

Technical Advantage

The “Oppaï” (meaning “soft” or “breast-like” in Japanese context) philosophy is all about the tactile response. When a squid strikes, it uses its beak and tentacles to feel the prey. The Stingray Oppaï’s PVC body feels “real” to the predator, which prevents the “instant-reject” behavior often seen with hard-bodied jigs when the fishing is difficult or the water is cold.

Gerry’s Pro Tip:

“The 1.5 is my secret weapon for ‘Double Rigging.’ I tie a Stingray Dart 2.5 at the bottom of my leader and sit one of these Oppai 1.5s about 50cm above it on a small dropper loop. The darting jig at the bottom provides the ‘flash’ and movement to bring them in, but the soft, slow-drifting Oppaï is usually the one they actually commit to eating. It’s a deadly combination

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