Well said. If you have an open mind, actually using a tenkara rod will make you realize most negative comments are written by people who haven't used one.

You will probably discover that if you use a shorter line (and a net!) the 20" browns come to hand quickly - often more quickly than with a fly rod and reel since you never have to regain line. Also, just as with fly rods, there is tremendous variation in the from one tenkara rod model to another. Some are quite a bit more capable of landing larger fish than others. A shorter line in relation to the rod will also give you better presentations.