im not a technical japan-style fly fisherman, but that looks interesting. i'm going to try a $40 fiblink rod, 12lb rating, supposedly backpack light.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B019TW94HY/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

still interested in other options! (spinning rods mostly, but a traditional flyrod might be good to have if its light!)