Yamamoto

The innovative Yamamoto 5” Fat Senko is the same length as our all-time best seller yet boasts a 20% larger diameter. It is made from the very same formula as the original and offers the same legendary fish-catching action that only this worm can deliver. What this does for you, the angler, is provide a version of the 5” Senko that falls faster, casts better, shows up better on sonar, and is more visible to fish due to its size. Available in 16 of your favorite proven colors, the 5 inch Fat Senko will quickly fall into your shortlist of favorite baits.

The regular 5" senko has been used by us since it was introduced over a decade ago.  The action of the senko is unmatched and has a wiggle that can't be duplicated.  The heavy salt in this worm not only makes it sink but it makes fish hold on since it tastes so good. We like it weightless texas rigged as well as wacky rigged depending on what the fish want.  

If you're using the wacky method, try using an O Ring or clear band, we have both here, to minimize damage to the worm and catch more fish on each worm.  Our go-to color is green pumpkin, and is arguable the most popular color ever made.  However, if the water is stained or muddy, using a color that has chartreuse or a lot of flake can have better results.  

The hook we use is an Owner Twistlock 5/0 and we typically use it unweighted.  If we are fishing deeper than 20ft, we will us the weighted version of this hook to help us get deeper quicker.

We are here to help so if you have questions on how to use this bait or any bait on our website, please feel free to contact one of our specialists.  

Hot on the heels of one of the most popular baits of 2023 comes the all-new Yamamoto 2.5" Yamatanuki. Much like its 3.5” big brother, the 2.5” Yamatanuki is a power-finesse offering that fish can’t resist. It weighs ¼ oz alone, is available in 8 colors, falls with the same tantalizing sway and shimmy, and allows for countless rigging opportunities to fit most any scenario. This new size of the Yamatanuki was repeatedly requested by our pros and consumers who wanted a smaller, more compact version of their new favorite soft plastic.

The smaller size allows for greater application in clear water, smallmouth, spotted bass, and other finesse scenarios. The 2.5” perfectly fits the bill as it can be fished on light line, rigged weightless, or on most any style of jig head. It can be cast, pitched, skipped, dropped, or presented however the situation calls for. As usual, you can expect consistent and top-quality products from a bait company that’s proudly made in the USA.

The 2.5” Yamatanuki will take your finesse fishing game to a whole new level! Count Per Bag: 10

Count Per Bag: 8

The Yamamoto Baits Fuzzy Nut is the latest finesse innovation from Gary Yamamoto Custom Baits, a compact 1.5-inch soft plastic that's redefining downsized presentations for heavily pressured bass. This diminutive "dice-style" bait looks quirky on the shelf, but once it hits the water, its subtle, lifelike action turns finicky fish into aggressive biters—especially smallmouth, spotted bass, and wary largemouth that demand something different.

Poured with Yamamoto's signature heavyweight salted formula, the Fuzzy Nut delivers the ideal slow, tantalizing fall rate that keeps it in the strike zone longer. Its acorn-like body is perfectly sized to fully conceal most nail weights (for a stealthy, balanced rig), while the threaded skirt strands (fuzzy material pulled into the mold) create a delicate, quivering secondary action that mimics a vulnerable critter or fleeing forage without overdoing it.

Key features that make it deadly:

• 1.5-inch compact profile — Small enough for ultra-finesse but substantial enough to hide hardware and trigger confident strikes.
• Threaded skirt strands — Provide subtle, natural quivering and fluttering on the fall or pause, adding irresistible micro-movement that pressured bass can't ignore.
• Heavy salted Yamamoto material — Ensures a controlled, enticing descent and natural backslide action when weighted.
• Versatile rigging options — Excels on drop shots, Neko rigs, wacky or weighted wacky, jigheads, Ned-style setups, or even light Carolina rigs for methodical probing of open water, isolated cover, deep structure, or high-pressure scenarios.
• Proven colors — Available in 10 irresistible Yamamoto patterns that match real forage and shine in various water clarities.

Packaged 6 per bag, the Fuzzy Nut shines when bass are lock-jawed post-frontal, in clear water, deep summer patterns, or when downsizing is the key to getting bit. It's the subtle secret weapon that bridges the gap between standard finesse baits and true "micro" offerings—delivering supersized results from a tiny package.

When the bite gets tough and bigger baits get ignored, reach for the Yamamoto Fuzzy Nut — the fuzzy little nut that's cracking open big bites one subtle quiver at a time. Stock up and watch your finesse game level up!

The Yamamoto D-Shad is a new breed of soft plastic jerk bait. Although similar in profile to other soft-body jerkbaits, the Yamamoto D-Shad provides added advantage of salt for weight.

Consider those situations when you're trying to work a fluke-style bait fast below the surface, the usual problem is keeping the lure underwater where it can do the most good. With Yamamoto's unique formula, the D-Shad has the density to stay down even when worked aggressively. That's huge, especially on lakes and rivers where bass respond best to erratic, high-speed retrieves.

When paused, the D-Shad also sinks like a Senko, perfect for fishing it on the fall. Its thicker, heavier tail allows it to sink level and gives it a little wiggle. Available in a range of colors, rig the Yamamoto D-Shad like you would any other soft-plastic jerkbait but with less lead.

Size: 5"

Qty: 7

The perfect “line dance” partner, the Yamamoto Cowboy is an extension of Yamamoto Custom Baits' extensive line of highly effective creature baits. Whether it is utilized on the back of a jig, or for flipping and punching, the Yamamoto Cowboy’s large, J-shaped legs produce a prominent kicking action, like a cowboy dancing with his chaps on.

Bulky enough to provide secure rigging, but streamlined enough to slip through heavy vegetation, the Yamamoto Cowboy is accented with two sets of small, flapping appendages that provide a bite-triggering, secondary action. Offered in a range of Yamamoto’s most popular colors, the Yamamoto Cowboy is sure to become a fan favorite among anglers who are looking to wrangle up a big limit. 

 7 per pkg.

The Yamamoto Kreature is all business. Like all baits from Yamamoto, the Kreature is loaded with salt and available in time tested fish-catching colors that will fill up the live well in a hurry. This bait also produces an enticing action that drives fish wild.

It also features flaps along the sides for more water movement. They are great for flipping and pitching on a Texas-rig or weightless on a big hook. Need a BIG trailer for a jig?  Want a big bait to shake on a Texas-rig? The Kreature from Yamamoto will do the trick. The Yamamoto Kreature is already a proven fish catcher, tested and proven by Yamamoto's pro staff. For best results try using a shorter shank hook like the Owner Rig-N-Hook or the Gamakatsu G-Lock Hook in 2/0 or 3/0 sizes.

Qty: 10

Introducing the all-new Yamamoto Baits Sensei Worms, the ultimate bait for finesse fishing. This 6.5” straight tail worm features a custom soft plastic formula that creates a lifelike presentation in the water. Its unique balance between head and tail allows for a slow, shimmying motion when rigged on a drop shot or wacky rig. Elevate your finesse game with Sensei.

Introducing the Sensei worm - the ultimate weapon for angling success. Designed for versatility, this premium bait can be used weightless in shallow waters or on a shaky head for deep bass. With a range of 12 irresistible colors, this is a must-have for any discerning angler. Upgrade your fishing game with the exclusive Sensei worm.

10 QTY Per Pack

The Yamamoto 5" Double Tail Hula Grub 10PK is a legendary soft plastic bait renowned for catching big bass and dominating tournaments. This very effective 5-inch grub blends a Senko-style body for subtle wiggles, a pulsating skirt, and twin curly tails that thump to mimic crawfish or baitfish. Salt-infused for perfect buoyancy and bite-holding power, it’s deadly in all waters, making it a go-to for pros. Its versatile, durable design ensures consistent hookups year-round.

Loaded with salt for enhanced buoyancy, natural sink rate, and fish-holding power, it excels at bottom-hugging presentations in deep or shallow water, mimicking crawfish, baitfish, or insects to trigger strikes from bass, walleye, or pike year-round.

Key Features:

• Dynamic Action: Skirt flutters naturally; double tails kick on retrieve or hop; stays on the bottom without snagging.
• Versatile Rigging: Carolina-rig, Texas-rig, shakey head, Ned rig, football head jig, or even as a trailer; customizable by trimming.
• Durable & Effective: Salt-impregnated soft plastic resists tears and floats subtly; proven in clear, stained, or murky conditions.
• Tournament Heritage: Golden standard for offshore and finesse fishing; catches fish 12 months a year.

Experience the ultimate in finesse fishing with the Yamamoto Nuki Bug! Its lifelike appearance and enhanced movement, thanks to two flanged claws and six legs, make it irresistible to fish. Rig it weightless for a subtle swimming action or as a Jig Trailer for added versatility. Available in various colors and 3.5 inches in length. Catch more and bigger fish with the Nuki Bug!

Features:

• Enhance your fishing game with Nuki Bug's lifelike appearance and superior movement, thanks to its two flanged claws and six legs. Prepare to reel in some impressed fish!
• The Nuki Bug, rigged weightless on an EWG hook, boasts a subtle swimming action that perfectly mimics the natural movement of prey, resulting in increased bites and larger catches!
• Infuse your fishing arsenal with Yamamoto's Nuki Bug, an irresistible EWG hook rig and dynamic Jig Trailer. Its numerous appendages and fierce movements guarantee success.
• Experience the ultimate in finesse fishing with the all-new 3.5 Inch Gary Yamamoto Nuki Bug. This soft plastic bait combines the proven effectiveness of the Yamatanuki with enhanced features for unparalleled action and appeal!

The Yamamoto Scope Shad is engineered specifically for forward-facing sonar (FFS) presentations. Its slender, hydrodynamic profile and lifelike shad silhouette are designed to be seen — and eaten — by fish you're watching in real time on your screen. When you spot a bass hovering at 30 feet and drop the Scope Shad right in front of its nose, you'll understand why this bait was purpose-built for the modern FFS angler.

Key Features

• Slender shad profile optimized for FFS visibility and natural fall
• Ideal for drop shot, shaky head, and finesse swimbait rigs
• Yamamoto's premium soft plastic formula for lifelike action
• Available in 3", 3.5", and 4" sizes to match the hatch
• 18 hand-selected colors — from natural forage to high-vis reaction shades
• 10 baits per pack

Specifications

Why Anglers Choose the Scope Shad

Forward-facing sonar has changed bass fishing forever — and the Scope Shad was designed to keep up. Its subtle tail kick and neutral buoyancy make it deadly on a drop shot when fish are suspended and finicky. Whether you're fishing clear highland reservoirs or stained lowland lakes, there's a Scope Shad color that matches your conditions. Pick your size, match the forage, and let the fish tell you the rest.

The Yamamoto 4" Double Tail Hula Grub is a middle size creature bait but still catches big largemouth bass.  This simple bait is tailored for finesse fishing in pressured waters but is effective at caching bass in any water. When bass fishing gets tough, this plastic paired with a football jig head, can make the difference and catch you lots of bass.

This bite-sized grub combines a Senko-style body for subtle undulation, a free-flowing skirt for lifelike pulsation, and twin curly tails that thump and flutter to mimic small forage like baitfish or insects.

Infused with salt for buoyancy and natural sink rate, it excels in clear or stained water, drawing strikes from finicky bass, smallmouth, or panfish. Available in 8 proven colors, it's a go-to for light tackle setups, delivering unmatched action without added weight.

Key Features:

• Versatile Design: Skirt adds vibration and realism; double tails kick vigorously on retrieve or hop; salt-loaded for weightless rigging.
• Finesse Focus: Compact profile imitates small prey; stays on hooks well during slow drags or deadsticking.
• Durable Formula: Yamamoto's proprietary soft plastic resists tears; floats subtly for bottom-hugging presentations.
• Proven Performance: Wins tournaments on Ned rigs or shakey heads; ideal for rivers, ponds, or deep structure.

The Yamamoto Shad Shape Worm is proven on California lunkers, and quickly becoming a sensation throughout the U.S. Healthy Profile, salt-impregnated, nice smooth and even fall rate.  

We like to fly line it with a mosquito hook in the nose or mid bait and twitch it on the bottom.  Drop shot this bait or put it on a shaky head is also killer.

 Qty:  10 per pack

Some baits earn their reputation. The Yamamoto Fuzzy Senko earns strikes. Built on the same iconic silhouette that's fooled more bass than any other soft plastic on the market, the Fuzzy Senko adds a micro-textured outer surface that changes everything — it holds scent deeper, displaces water differently, and feels unmistakably alive on the fall. When the bite is tough and fish have seen every trick in the box, this is the one you tie on.

Rig it weightless and watch it glide. Go wacky for that irresistible quiver. Pin it Texas-style and punch through cover. However you fish it, the slow, shimmying descent does the work.

Key Features

• Micro-fuzzy texture retains scent and creates subtle water displacement
• Iconic Senko slow-fall action — proven on pressured and finicky bass
• Versatile: weightless, wacky, or Texas rig
• Available in 4" and 5" sizes
• Wide selection of proven Senko colorways

Specifications

The Yamamoto 2.5" Double Tail Hula Grub is a downsized evolution of Gary Yamamoto's iconic Hula Grub—a tournament-proven soft plastic staple since the 1980s—tailored for finesse fishing in pressured waters.

This bite-sized grub combines a Senko-style body for subtle undulation, a free-flowing skirt for lifelike pulsation, and twin curly tails that thump and flutter to mimic small forage like baitfish or insects.

Infused with salt for buoyancy and natural sink rate, it excels in clear or stained water, drawing strikes from finicky bass, smallmouth, or panfish. Available in 8 proven colors, it's a go-to for light tackle setups, delivering unmatched action without added weight.

Key Features:

• Versatile Design: Skirt adds vibration and realism; double tails kick vigorously on retrieve or hop; salt-loaded for weightless rigging.
• Finesse Focus: Compact profile imitates small prey; stays on hooks well during slow drags or deadsticking.
• Durable Formula: Yamamoto's proprietary soft plastic resists tears; floats subtly for bottom-hugging presentations.
• Proven Performance: Wins tournaments on Ned rigs or shakey heads; ideal for rivers, ponds, or deep structure.

Catch big bass year-round with the versatile and realistic Yamamoto Covert Craw! Its six lifelike legs and natural presentation, thanks to the Mega Floater Formula, make it irresistible to predatory fish. Available in a variety of colors, it measures 2.5 inches and comes in packs of 10 for all your fishing needs.

Features:

• The versatile Gary Yamamoto Covert Craw is a 2.5 inch finesse bait that excels at catching big bass all year long!
• Experience unparalleled realism and movement with this bait's six lifelike legs, enticing bass and other predatory fish like never before!
• With the revolutionary Mega Floater Formula, the Covert Craw maintains a lifelike appearance in the water, making it irresistible to fish!
• Experience the versatility of Covert Craw with a Ned Rig or as a Jig Trailer, or try it with a nail weight on an EWG for a one-of-a-kind presentation. Discover how this bait can take your fishing to the next level.