Taku Ito

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Taku Ito

Biography

Years as a full-time pro angler: 13
Signature technique/strength: Finesse fishing
Home waters: Carters Lake (Georgia)
Favorite place to fish: Smith Lake 
Career highlights: Taku established himself as a star on the Elite circuit early on. His rookie year, Taku earned three consecutive Top 10 finishes and followed that in 2021 with three more Top 10s, including a victory at the Bassmaster Elite at St. Lawrence River. Taku earned his second Elite Series win at the 2024 Bassmaster Elite at Smith Lake.
Did you know: Looking for the latest buzz? Taku is especially adept at finding beehives.